Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Perth)

Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Perth)

05 Nov
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Greatland Holdings Group
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Perth

05 Nov

Greatland Holdings Group

Perth

Greatland (ASX:GGP, AIM:GGP) is a new leading Australian gold and copper producer, operating the Telfer gold mine, one of Australia's largest gold-copper mining complexes. Greatland is concurrently developing the nearby world-class Havieron gold-copper project and exploring across a significant regional portfolio.

Want to be part of something great? At Greatland, we're building a sustainable future in mining driven by responsible exploration, development, and production of precious and base metals. As our business grows, so does our need for talented, motivated people.

Join a team where your contribution matters, your skills are valued, and progress is made every day. Greatland's core values of

safety, teamwork, ownership, results and integrity

are at the heart of its sustainable operating culture.

About the Role Help lead geotechnical excellence in a high-performing underground mining operation where safety, innovation, and operational performance are at the forefront.

We are seeking an experienced

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

to provide technical leadership and expert guidance across our underground mining operations. This role is responsible for managing geotechnical risks, supporting safe and efficient mine extraction, and driving continuous improvement through sound engineering practices and collaboration with operational teams.

This position is offered on a permanent full-time basis on an

8/6 roster

FIFO from Perth.

Key Responsibilities: Provide technical leadership and expert geotechnical advice to support safe and productive underground mining operations. Monitor and assess ground conditions, excavation performance, and ground support systems to identify and mitigate geotechnical risks. Develop, maintain,



and review geotechnical management plans, monitoring programs, and numerical models. Support mine planning activities through the provision of timely geotechnical assessments, design reviews, and recommendations. Investigate and report on geotechnical incidents, seismic events, and ground control issues, implementing corrective actions where required. Mentor and develop junior engineers while fostering a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and technical excellence. Collaborate with operational teams, contractors, and external consultants to optimise mining outcomes and manage geotechnical risks. Ensure compliance with legislative requirements, site standards, and company objectives.

About You You are an experienced geotechnical professional who enjoys working across multidisciplinary teams and is motivated by the opportunity to improve mine performance through technical innovation and practical engineering solutions. You thrive in a agile underground mining environment and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, risk management, and technical excellence.

Additionally you will have: Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or Civil Engineering Minimum 5 years' underground geotechnical engineering experience. Current Manual C Class Driver's Licence. Practical knowledge of rock mass classification systems, geotechnical modelling, mine design,



and ground support practices. Sound understanding of geotechnical hazard identification, risk assessment, and underground ground control management. Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to deliver outcomes to schedule. Experience using industry-standard software, including: Deswik (or similar 3D mining software) Rocscience Suite or equivalent numerical modelling software Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence operational outcomes. Knowledge of geotechnical monitoring systems, regulatory requirements, and tailings geotechnics will be highly regarded.

About Telfer Operations Telfer is a long-life gold-copper mine in the Paterson Province of Western Australia's East Pilbara region. The operation includes both open-pit and underground mining and Australia's third-largest gold-copper processing facility. Since commencing production in 1975, Telfer has produced over 15 million ounces of gold. The site operates on a fly-in fly-out basis and offers a wide range of onsite recreational facilities to support workforce wellbeing.

Why Greatland? Join a growing team where your contribution matters, your skills are valued, and progress is made every day. Greatland possesses two long mine life assets at Telfer and Havieron that present remarkable opportunities for the right candidate to grow and make a difference in long-life underground mining projects. We also offer:

Attractive salary package plus performance-based incentives Milestone service awards recognising your commitment and achievements Education assistance to help you grow and develop your career

📌 Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Perth)
🏢 Greatland Holdings Group
📍 Perth

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