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 optimize ground support designs using empirical, kinematic, and numerical modeling.
- Oversee underground stability monitoring, rockmass characterization, 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, AutoCAD.
- Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain.
Preferred
- Experience in underground caving operations.
- Background in geotechnical investigations, lab test interpretation, and numerical modeling.
- Project management experience.
