- Lead an experienced geotechnical team - challenging underground mine
- Highly attractive remuneration package on 8/6 roster
About our Client
Our client are an established mineral producer with multiple operations around the Australia. With an exciting growth and development plan they have a fantastic opportunity for Geotechnical Superintendent to lead their Geotechnical team. High grade underground mine located in Queensland. The mine has an outstanding work philosophy that promotes and protects the safety and wellbeing of its employees. The community is active and there are exceptional lifestyle benefits that Queensland can offer with excellent education, health and sporting facilities.
Job Description
Reporting to the Mine Manager the Senior Underground Geotechnical Engineer will be responsible for providing timely geotechnical information, inspections, geotechnical mapping, geotechnical core logging and have input into the design of the mine including the development and stoping methods. Part of the role would involve QAQC work to ensure we maintain a high standard of ground support installation at the operation. The role is also responsible for the management and effective implementation of the sites ground control management plan (GCMP) which will utilise your strong people skills and ability to work in a strong team environment.
This role will operate on a FIFO or residential roster.
The Successful Applicant
Degree qualifications in Geology / Geotechnical Engineering or related discipline;
Several years experience on an operational mine site;
Maintain optimum development ground control standards including the implementation of sequencing guidelines to permit reliable production access & minimise rehabilitation requirements;
Ability to manage and lead a team;Maintain & optimise hazard management systems pertaining to excavation stability including hazard management plans, minimum ground control design and installation standards;
Provide geotechnical input into mine design, production sequencing, stope design & capital infrastructure excavations.
What's on Offer
On offer is the chance to work with a major mining house. You will be provided the opportunity to work with an experienced senior management team and lead a team of like minded individuals.
You will be compensated with a highly attractive remuneration package and an attractive 8/6 residential roster or FIFO
