Geotechnical Engineer

Responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting geological and geotechnical data to support the design, safety, and stability of pit, waste dump, road, and topsoil stockpile areas. The position oversees geotechnical monitoring and site investigation activities, provides geotechnical recommendations for mine planning and operations, maintains the geotechnical database, and ensures mining activities comply with established geotechnical recommendations and specifications. The role also works closely with Mining Engineers and Pit Supervisors to support mine plan modifications and continuous improvement of geotechnical practices.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Geotechnical Engineer for S1 graduates, or 1.5 years of experience for S2 graduates majoring in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Good understanding of geotechnical engineering, mine geology, and open-pit coal mining operations.
• Good knowledge of rock properties and slope stability analysis.
• Proficient in geotechnical software, particularly Rocscience products.
• Familiar with geotechnical site investigation and monitoring.
• Familiar with mine planning software.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, communication, initiative, discipline, and leadership skills.
• POP Certification is an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret geological and geotechnical field data to support mine planning and design.
• Conduct geotechnical assessments and investigations for pit, waste dump, road, and topsoil stockpile designs.
• Perform slope stability analysis and back analysis, and provide recommendations for geotechnical risks and design improvements.
• Conduct hydrogeological surveys to assess and predict groundwater flow for pit depressurization.
• Plan drain holes for open-pit slope depressurization.
• Conduct regular pit inspections together with Mining Engineers and Pit Supervisors.
• Ensure mining activities comply with geotechnical recommendations and specifications.
• Oversee geotechnical monitoring and site investigation activities.
• Maintain and update the geotechnical database, hazard maps, and monitoring reports.
• Provide timely recommendations and corrective actions for identified geotechnical hazards.
• Review and update JSA and SOP to ensure geotechnical high risk activities are properly controlled.
• Coordinate with Mining, Geology, Survey, Safety, Environmental, Project, contractors, and consultants on geotechnical matters.
• Promote continuous improvement within the Geotechnical section.