You will play a critical role in the restart of a major underground silver-lead-zinc mine in Broken Hill, NSW. With the mine having been closed and unventilated since ****, you will lead the geotechnical re-entry process, inspecting underground workings, assessing ground conditions and supporting the safe reopening of mining areas ahead of the planned November **** restart.
Working as part of a newly established technical services team, you will provide specialist geotechnical guidance across a complex and mature underground operation. You will manage challenging ground conditions, seismicity at depth and substantial remnant mining, with your technical decisions directly supporting the safe progression of the restart.
This is an initial six-month contract with a strong likelihood of extension. You will work an 8/6 back-to-back roster on day shift, with FIFO/DIDO arrangements available.
Key Responsibilities
Lead geotechnical inspections and re-entry of closed underground workings
Assess ground conditions and identify geotechnical risks during re-entry
Develop and update ground support standards as conditions change
Provide practical geotechnical guidance to mining and technical teams
Support the safe rehabilitation and reopening of underground areas
Assess and manage risks associated with seismicity and remnant mining
Establish geotechnical controls and recommendations for ongoing mining
Communicate geotechnical risks and recommendations clearly across site
About you




Extensive underground hard-rock geotechnical experience
Strong experience with remnant mining and/or seismically active operations
Deep working knowledge of underground ground support standards
Proven ability to assess complex and changing ground conditions
Sound technical decision-making in challenging underground environments
Strong communication skills with mining and technical stakeholders
Why Join this Project?
Play a key role in a major underground mine restart
Lead critical geotechnical re-entry and rehabilitation activities
Join a newly established technical services team
Work an 8/6 day-shift roster in Broken Hill
Initial six-month contract with strong extension potential
If this sounds like you, please apply with your CV and we will be in touch accordingly.
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📌 Geotechnical Enigneer (Broken Hill)
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