Company: Client-Side Mining Operation Location: Perth, WA Roster: Monday - Friday Contract Duration: 6 Months Key Responsibilities

Deliver open pit slope and waste rock dump designs, including reviews of life-of-mine and 10-year mine plans. Lead geotechnical components of scoping, pre-feasibility, and feasibility studies. Plan and coordinate geotechnical investigations, integrating geological and hydrogeological data into engineering assessments. Undertake and oversee geotechnical modelling, slope stability analyses, and design parameter development. Coordinate technical peer reviews and manage responses to review recommendations. Identify and assess geotechnical risks associated with mine plans and design modifications, recommending appropriate mitigation measures. Develop and review geotechnical monitoring strategies in collaboration with site teams. Provide technical support to operations to ensure successful implementation of approved designs. Manage work packages to meet project schedules, quality standards, and business objectives. Contribute to the continuous improvement of geotechnical design standards and mentor junior engineers. Key Requirements

Proven experience in open pit geotechnical engineering,



with strong exposure to slope design and stability assessment. Demonstrated experience delivering geotechnical studies, managing investigations, and addressing technical review findings. Robust understanding of rock mass characterisation, geotechnical domains, and design parameter development. Knowledge of groundwater impacts on slope performance, slope monitoring systems, and Trigger Action Response Plans (TARPs). Proficiency with geotechnical and mining software, including Rocscience suite or similar modelling tools, GIS platforms, and data analysis applications. Strong technical judgement with the ability to evaluate design assumptions, uncertainties, and project risks. Qualifications & Experience

Degree qualification in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, or a related discipline. Postgraduate qualifications and professional registration (or progress towards registration) will be highly regarded. Minimum 5-10 years' experience in geotechnical engineering within the mining sector. Only candidates with the right to work in Australia will be considered. (Australia Citizen, PR Holder, or Valid Australia working VISA)

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