Job Description

About SLR And The Opportunity

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SLR is a global leader in mining consultancy, delivering responsible, high-impact solutions across the full mining lifecycle. With over 5000 staff globally and over 2,000 mining specialists in 25+ countries across 24 Practice Areas, we operate as a true global community of practice, bringing together the best people, ideas and methods to solve complex challenges for the world's leading mining companies.

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As our Australian mining and mine waste portfolio continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Associate Tailings Engineer with 8+ years' experience to join our Perth team.

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This role is suited to an engineer with strong geotechnical fundamentals and experience in tailings, mine waste, dams or mining infrastructure. This is a technical and client-facing role for an experienced tailings professional who can communicate technical and project information to internal and external stakeholders, with the support of highly professional team.

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The role can include a combination of technical design and analysis, site investigations, project management, operational support, tailings governance and client engagement.

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Responsibilities

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Reporting to the Practice Leader – Mine Waste Engineering, you will work on technically challenging projects, collaborate with experienced specialists, support project delivery and client relationships, and contribute to the development of junior engineers. You will:

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- Manage and contribute to geotechnical and tailings projects across the project lifecycle, from studies and design through construction, operations and closure.
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- Undertake and review geotechnical assessments including stability, seepage, deformation, foundation and seismic assessments.
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- Support the design and assessment of Tailings Storage Facilities, mine waste facilities, embankments and water retaining structures.
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- Interpret site investigation, laboratory testing and monitoring data to develop appropriate geotechnical design parameters.
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- Support site investigations, TSF inspections, construction monitoring and QA/QC activities.
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- Prepare and review technical reports, calculations, design documentation and engineering assessments.
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- Contribute to dam safety, risk management, surveillance, TARPs, OMS documentation and tailings governance activities.
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- Support alignment with GISTM, ANCOLD and other relevant Australian and international guidance.
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- Manage small to medium projects or technical work packages, including scope, programme and budget.
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- Build strong working relationships with clients, project teams and contractors.
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- Support proposals, tenders and business development activities.
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- Mentor and support junior and intermediate engineers.
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Experience

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You will be a degree-qualified Civil, Geotechnical or Geological Engineer with relevant experience in geotechnical engineering, tailings, mine waste, dams or mining infrastructure.

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Ideally, You Will Bring

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- Over 8 years' direct professional experience in geotechnical and tailings engineering, preferably with the majority of experience gained within a technical consulting environment, complemented by relevant site-based operational or construction experience.
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- Experience in Tailings Storage Facility and/or geotechnical design, assessment, construction or operational support.
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- Strong understanding of advanced soil mechanics and geotechnical principles and their applications to Tailings engineering.
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- Experience with areas such as slope stability, seepage, foundations, liquefaction, seismic assessment, numerical modelling, instrumentation or mine closure.
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- Familiarity with ANCOLD and GISTM and relevant industry practice.
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- Experience with geotechnical analysis and design software such as Geo Studio, Rocscience, PLAXIS, FLAC, Muk3D,



Gold Sim or similar packages.
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- Strong analytical, technical writing and communication skills.
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- Demonstrated experience leading and managing geotechnical and/or tailings engineering projects, including client liaison, project coordination and progress reporting.
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- Ability to manage priorities and work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
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- Experience mentoring developing engineers and contributing to project delivery.
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- Willingness to travel to mine sites and project locations when required.
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Why Join SLR?

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At SLR, you will work within a collaborative and technically focused environment, with access to specialists across Australia and our global network.

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You Will Have The Opportunity To

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- Work on technically challenging tailings, mine waste and geotechnical projects.
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- Gain exposure across the full project lifecycle.
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- Work alongside experienced technical specialists.
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- Develop your technical expertise, professional profile and client relationships.
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- Mentor and support other engineers.
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- Collaborate across disciplines, offices and international teams.
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- Access flexible working arrangements, mentoring and professional development opportunities.
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Our Benefits

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At SLR, our people come first. We're proud of our One Team culture - a culture that champions technical excellence, collaboration without borders, and the opportunity to work alongside great people and great clients.

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Whether you're enjoying our versatile hybrid work environment, enjoy collaborating with experts across Australia and internationally, or at a time in your life where a supportive and generous parental leave scheme is key. Our benefits aim is to ensure that we cater for all!

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You can find a comprehensive list here.

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Next Steps

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This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career working alongside some of the premier Tailings and Mine Waste Engineering experts in the Asia-Pacific region, deepening your technical expertise and making a tangible impact across exciting and varied projects.

📌 Associate Geotechnical Engineer (Tailings) (Perth)
🏢 Slr Consulting
📍 Perth