Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.
DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE At South32, we're meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.
As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there's no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we're making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.
Whatever career path you choose, we'll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.
ABOUT CANNINGTON Our Cannington operation is one of the world's largest producers of silver and lead. Located in northwest Queensland, Cannington boasts an underground mine and processing facility situated approximately 800 kilometres west of Townsville and a concentrate handling facility at the Port of Townsville. Cannington mine provides on-site accommodation including meal services, as well as sporting and gym facilities.
WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave. The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans. Discounted rates on travel, healthcare, and technology products. Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business. ABOUT THE ROLE This is a permanent position on an 8:6 roster, FIFO from Townsville/Brisbane or DIDO from Mount Isa to Cannington.
As the Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will be responsible for leading geotechnical support, ensuring ground stability, managing risks, and designing safe mining operations while mentoring engineers.
Other key responsibilities include, but aren't limited to: Managing ground stability risks (e.g. rockfalls, exposure to open holes, etc.) and implementing control strategies. Collaborating with mine planning and operations to deliver geotechnical solutions. Ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards and preparing reports for stakeholders. Designing safe and effective underground mine layouts, stope designs, and ground support systems. ABOUT YOU You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:
Comprehensive underground geotechnical/hard rock experience – ideally with open stope mining methods. Managing complex ground stability risks in underground hard rock mining environments. Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced setting. Strong analytical skills, implementing corrective actions to mitigate geotechnical risks. Qualifications for this position are: Tertiary qualification in Geotechnical, Geology, Civil, or Mining Engineering and/or Post Graduate Geotechnical/Rock Mechanics. South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
This job advert will close on 3rd January 2025.
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