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Geotechnical Engineer (Underground Mine) - QLD

Role:          Geotechnical Engineer (Underground Mine) (JDK-017)
Sector:      Mining
Location:   QLD 

Application Open: 17th May 2024
Application Close: 20th June 2024 

 

JDK Geotech (JDK) is actively seeking to build our Rock Engineering Team in QLD 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. 

JDK is currently providing technical services to several clients in NSW and QLD, with most of our site work focused on large-scale projects in civil construction, mining, and infrastructure projects. 

 

Benefits 

  • Competitive salary, superannuation + Bonus based on all overtime hours 

  • 7 days/7 days off roster + flights + accommodation 

  • 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 

  • White Card 

  • 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 QLD mines 

 

Apply Now 

  1. Via our website https://www.jdkgeotech.com/careers 

 
Or 

 

  1. Send expression of interest and attach resume to [email protected] 
    Please include subject line as following format: 
    “Geotechnical Engineer QLD (JDK-017) – FIRST NAME LAST NAME” 

 

All applications will be treated strictly confidential. Appropriate candidates will be responded to immediately & all applications will receive communication after closing date. 

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