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Costerfield
Costerfield Operations, owned and operated by Alkane Resources Ltd, is situated in Central Victoria, east of Bendigo and surrounded by numerous towns within a 50km radius, offering a variety of residential options.
Our current operation runs an underground mine and processing plant that is responsible for producing gold and antimony. The mine's workforce consists of approximately 300 permanent employees who hold various roles in skilled, technical, mining, processing, and trades.
Please note: Costerfield Operations is a residential mine and does not facilitate FIFO.
The Role
The Senior Geotechnical Engineer is responsible for providing technical leadership and specialist geotechnical support to ensure the safe, productive, and sustainable operation of the mine. The role focuses on maintaining ground stability, managing geotechnical risks, developing ground support standards, and providing strategic input into underground design, planning and operational decision-making.
The Senior Geotechnical Engineer works closely with Mining, Technical Services, Geology, Projects and Operational teams to optimize mine performance while ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and company standards.
The key responsibilities of the role include:
Bachelor of Engineering (Mining, Geological, Geotechnical or Civil Engineering).
Current Australian Driver's Licence.
Eligibility for professional membership with a recognised engineering body.
Minimum 5 years' experience in underground mining geotechnical engineering.
The Person
An experienced geotechnical professional with a strong background in underground hard rock mining,



excellent technical skills, a proactive approach to risk management and the ability to influence operational outcomes through practical, data-driven solutions. A collaborative leader who builds strong relationships across site and contributes to a culture of safety, performance and continuous improvement.
We are seeking an individual who possesses:
Bachelor of Engineering (Mining, Geological, Geotechnical or Civil Engineering).
Current Australian Driver's Licence.
Eligibility for professional membership with a recognised engineering body.
Minimum 5 years' experience in underground mining geotechnical engineering.
Demonstrated experience in underground hard rock mining operations.
Experience with ground control management systems and geotechnical monitoring programs.
Proven experience in mine design review and geotechnical risk assessments.
Experience developing and implementing ground support strategies.
We Offer
An attractive remuneration and benefits package is offered with this position which includes:
Residential role - be home with your family every night
Relocation assistance available
Onsite Physiotherapy
Life and Salary Continuance insurance
Novated Leasing options for vehicles
Employee Rewards program – cash savings for everyday expenses
Employee Assistance Program
Free Ambulance cover
Annual Health and Wellbeing allowance
The Process
At Costerfield Operations, we foster a work setting where everyone feels welcome, respected and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to embracing diversity across race, gender, age, religion, culture and other attributes that make each individual unique.
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