Description
We are seeking a highly experienced Chief Geotechnical / Geomechanics Engineer to lead underground excavation stability, ground support design, and advanced geomechanical analysis across multiple mine sites. In this role, you’ll work in a collaborative, safety-focused environment where your expertise guides operational decision-making and long-term mine planning.
About the Role
As the Chief Geotechnical/Geomechanics Engineer, you will provide technical leadership for underground stability programs, oversee ground support design, direct geotechnical investigations, and guide monitoring and data-collection efforts. You will act as the key subject-matter expert for complex underground mining projects and drive continuous improvement in geomechanical practices and standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and optimise ground support designs using empirical, kinematic, and numerical modelling.
- Oversee underground stability monitoring, rockmass characterisation, and geotechnical data interpretation.
- Review engineering reports, designs, and cost estimates.
- Support major mine planning, expansion, and construction initiatives.
- Manage geotechnical data programs to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Collaborate with site teams and external consultants to maintain high-quality geomechanical practices.
- Promote safety and continuous improvement across all engineering activities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Geological, Geotechnical, Mining Engineering, or related field.
- 5–7+ years of geotechnical/geomechanics or underground mining experience.
- Strong expertise in rock mechanics and underground stability.
- Proficiency with tools such as RS3, Phase2, UnWedge, Q-system, RMR, and AutoCAD.
- Professional Engineer (PE) or the ability to obtain.
Preferred
- Experience in underground caving operations.
- Background in geotechnical investigations, lab test interpretation, and numerical modelling.
- Project management experience.
