Geotechnical Engineer

Our client a programme and project management consultancy specialising in renewable and non-renewable energy is looking for a Geotechnical Engineer to join their team

Minimum Requirements

• A relevant tertiary degree in either Mining Engineering and / or Geotechnical Engineering
• At least five years mining experience in an open pit mining environment, preferably with coal mining experience
• Pit wall geotechnical instrumentation and analysis
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Advanced PC skills and computer literacy, including experience with standard geotechnical software packages.

Job Specification

• Development and implementation of standards and procedures with respect to slope stability monitoring and control.
• Work in close conjunction with the environmentalist with respect to surface water run off and ground water flows.
• Work in close conjunction with the exploration geologist to evaluate and assess structural disturbances with respect to the mine ability of the reserve.
• Advise and assist with geotechnical issues with regard to mine planning, mine sequencing and pit design.