Role: Geotechnical Engineer (Underground Mine) (JDK-015)
Sector: Mining
Location: Sydney, NSW
Application Open: 17th May 2024
Application Close: 20th June 2024
JDK Geotech (JDK) is actively seeking to build our Rock Engineering Team in NSW to help deliver recently awarded project scope.
JDK Geotech (JDK) is an established engineering consultancy specialising in technical services delivery and project management advice for large-scale infrastructure, transportation and mining projects across Australia.
The team of consultants are comprised of a range of professionals with various technical backgrounds. Operating with industry experts on major (> $2 Billion) Projects, JDK is drawn to working alongside innovative and driven professionals that stay ahead of the game in the work they do.
The candidates will form part of JDK’s established technical team to help deliver technical services to various infrastructure, tunnelling and mining projects in Sydney and NSW from our Pyrmont Office.
Benefits
Competitive salary, superannuation + bonus based on all overtime hours
New 4x4 vehicle for on-site/personal use
Ongoing professional training
Opportunity to join a fast-growing company with international project experience
Annual bonus structure
Key Responsibilities
Review geotechnical information for input in geotechnical design
Design, review and implementation of Hazard Plans, Permit to Drill & Mine and Permits to Mine
Provide daily geological advice related to the mine’s current and future plans
Slope stability assessments, 3D modelling and underground stability review
Assess, audit and facilitate the assessment of existing and new underground critical areas.
Manage geotechnical risk with reference to relevant Mining Acts and Regulations
Perform stability analysis UG excavations using accepted industry practices, and where needed of slopes in open pits
Facilitate internal and external audits and inspections for technical services department
Optimising ground support policies for underground development to manage the ground conditions in a cost-efficient and practical manner
Improve selective mining processes via a reduction in stope over break and dilution. Safety focussed mindset
About You
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Tertiary qualification in Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or Mining Engineering
Minimum one year of tunnelling or underground mining experience. Any coal mining experience is looked upon favourably
Clear communicator and open personality
Experience using Geotechnical & Mining Software, and Mine Planning Systems - including LeapFrog, Minex, Plaxis, RocScience suite and Map3D
Experience in mine production and development operations
Strong analytical skills and understanding of statutory requirements for NSW mines
Apply Now
Via our website https://www.jdkgeotech.com/careers
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“Geotechnical Engineer (JDK-015) – FIRST NAME LAST NAME”
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