Job Description The Senior Geotechnical & Engineer plays a key role within the Technical Services function, working closely with Geology, Mining, and other operational teams to ensure geotechnical considerations are fully integrated into mine planning and execution. This role provides technical leadership, supports operational decision‑making, and contributes to continuous improvement in geotechnical performance, safety, and compliance.

This is a site-based role. The work schedule consists of 8 days on followed by 6 days off.

Responsibilities Geotechnical Strategy & Planning

Develop and implement the site geotechnical strategy aligned with mining and operational plans.

Provide geotechnical input into short, medium, and long-term mine planning.

Establish slope design criteria, ground support standards, and geotechnical risk controls.

Support life-of-mine planning through geotechnical modelling and analysis.

Slope Stability & Ground Control

Design and monitor pit slopes, waste dumps, and other geotechnical structures.

Conduct stability assessments and provide recommendations to mitigate geotechnical risks.

Define and manage trigger action response plans (TARPs) for slope stability.

Provide real‑time geotechnical advice to operations during mining activities.

Monitoring & Data Management

Develop and manage geotechnical monitoring systems (e.g., prisms, radar, piezometers).

Analyse monitoring data and identify trends, risks, and required actions.

Ensure data integrity and reporting accuracy across geotechnical systems.

Maintain geotechnical models and databases.

Operational Support





Work closely with Mining and Geology teams to optimise ore recovery while maintaining safe slope design.

Provide geotechnical guidance for drill and blast, excavation, and ground conditions.

Support incident investigations relating to ground instability or geotechnical hazards.

Contribute to daily, weekly, and monthly operational planning processes.

Governance, Systems & Compliance

Develop, implement, and maintain geotechnical procedures, standards, and guidelines.

Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and company standards.

Support reporting obligations and technical documentation requirements.

Contribute to audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Leadership & Capability Development

Provide mentoring and technical guidance to geologists, engineers, and technicians.

Support capability development within the Technical Services team.

Contribute to workforce planning and continuous improvement of geotechnical practices.

Promote a collaborative and high-performance team environment.

Safety, Health & Environment

Demonstrate visible safety leadership and promote a strong safety culture.

Identify and manage geotechnical hazards and risks.

Ensure all work is conducted in accordance with site safety systems and procedures.





Support environmental compliance in relation to geotechnical activities.

Reporting Positions

Nil direct reports (with functional leadership across technical teams).

Job Safety Responsibilities

Work in accordance with site safety procedures, standards, and systems.

Identify, assess, and report geotechnical hazards and risks.

Participate in risk assessments, inspections, and safety initiatives.

Ensure safe work practices in all field and technical activities.

Support emergency response planning where geotechnical risks are present.

Qualifications Qualifications, Education & Experience:

Tertiary qualification in Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, or related discipline.

Relevant professional membership (e.g., AusIMM or Engineers Australia) desirable.

Significant experience (typically 8–10+ years) in open pit geotechnical engineering.

Demonstrated experience in slope design, stability analysis, and ground control.

Experience in mining operations and integration with planning functions.

Experience in geotechnical software and monitoring systems.

Technical Skills

Strong understanding of geotechnical modelling and slope stability analysis.

Experience with geotechnical monitoring systems and interpretation.

Knowledge of drill and blast interactions with ground conditions.

Solid analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making capability.

Ability to interpret geological and geotechnical data and apply it operationally.

Personal Attributes & Abilities

Strong commitment to safety and risk management.

Ability to operate effectively in a complex, multi‑contractor envi

📌 Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Brisbane)
🏢 Harmony Australasia
📍 Brisbane