Permanent, full‑time position on an 8 days on, 6 days off (FSO) roster (Fly‑In Fly‑Out, Drive‑In Drive‑Out, or Residential) based in Leonora, Western Australia.
Responsible for providing timely and fit‑for‑purpose geotechnical advice to support the site’s operational outputs while sharpening your overall geotechnical skillset. Duties include counsel, arrangement and strategy to streamline the mine framework.
Responsibilities
- Developing and maintaining up‑to‑date and accurate geotechnical information on the Leonora underground and open‑pit ore bodies.
- Reviewing mine geotechnical performance daily and coordinating with mine production personnel.
- Proactively identifying, analysing and managing geotechnical risks to personnel, infrastructure, environment and production.
- Developing and maintaining the Gwalia Deeps seismic system, including routine monitoring and reporting of seismic events.
- Prism monitoring of the open pits and periodic assessment of slope stability in surface mining areas (in‑pit waste dump, tailings reclaim, landfill site, etc.).
- Taking an active role in formulating and executing continuous improvement projects.
- Participating in feasibility studies with the mine team concerning the geotechnical, mining and economic viability of deposits for recommendation to management.
- Assisting the Underground Manager/Alternate in developing annual mine production targets.
- Assisting the Senior Geotechnical Engineer to ensure explicit articulation of geotechnical objectives and goals.
Qualifications
- Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering, Geology or Geotechnical Engineering.
- Experience in the mining industry with appropriate underground mining experience.
- Experience in both open‑pit and underground mining is desirable.
- Strong alignment with Genesis values and a willingness to live them.
- Current unencumbered West Australian C Class Manual Driver’s Licence.
Benefits
- Caring and supportive culture with professional and positive team environments on site and at all facilities.
- ‘Grow our own’ approach with a preference to develop and promote internally.
- Access to professional development activities and educational assistance.
- Competitive salary and options for salary sacrificing.
Our Values
Accountable. Sustainable. People First. Integrity. Results. Empower.
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📌 Geotechnical Engineer (Western Australia)
🏢 Genesis Minerals
📍 Western Australia
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