Specialist Engineer Geotechnical

Specialist Geotechnical Engineer - West AngelasOpportunity to be a part of a large and established geotechnical community within Rio Tinto Iron Ore8 / 6 FIFO family-friendly rosterUtilise your design experience in a role supporting the Pilbara operationsAbout the roleFinding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.We are looking for an enthusiastic and high performing Specialist Geotechnical Engineerto join our technical services team on site.

You will provide geotechnical recommendations to mine planning and studies, and ensure geotechnical residual risks are communicated to the operations for management during implementation.We are an open, connected international team of technical specialists using some of the most exciting data and tools on the planet.

We are the world leader in automation and smart mining.

We have technical development programmes that are industry-leading and recognise the unique nature of your role.

These provide opportunities to grow your career through a dedicated technical path while being rewarded for your unique skills.About youWith tertiary qualifications in Science, Earth Science or Engineering, you will have considerable experience in geotechnical data collection and geotechnical design.

Post graduate qualifications in rock mechanics will be advantageous as will specific knowledge and experience with geotechnical design software such as Vulcan and Rocscience.You will have excellent technical reporting writing skills, solid organisational skills and the ability to manage projects and prioritise work.

A current C class driver's licence will be required and design experience in the Pilbara or similar structurally complex terrains will be well regarded.You will be responsible for : Operational designs and supporting the delivery of geotechnical designsSupporting geotechnical design for studies OoM, PFS and FSOperational geotechnical engineers - site based monitoring and ops engagement and reconciliationComplete and review open pit stability and geotechnical design assessments for operating mines and studies from conceptual stage to closureDerive material parameters from drilling and laboratory testing data, and assess geological, hydrogeological and structural information to formulate geotechnical modelsConduct stability analysis and provide geotechnical design recommendations for open pits, waste dumps and land bridgesLiaisewith external consultants and project manage design studies to ensure fit for purpose design recommendations are provided and projects are completed on time and within budgetRegular engagement with site based operational teams and technical specialists within the Mine Engineering teamWhat we offerA work environment where safety is always the number one priorityFlexible working from home arrangements as per operational requirements18 weeks of gender-neutral and equal paid parental leave, with continued superannuation contributions whilst employees are on unpaid or half paid parental leaveA competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive programComprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate familyAttractive share ownership planCompany provided insurance coverExtensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging optionsCareer development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitionsOngoing access to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing supportLeave for all of life's reasons (vacation / annual, paid parental, sick leave)Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more); andLocal relocation packages offered for Australian residents onlyWhere you will be workingLocated 110km west of Newman, West Angelas operates on a fly in fly out roster from Perth, Broome and Busselton.West Angelas is a pioneer in autonomous technologies - we were the first site to trial autonomous haul trucks and incorporate autonomous drilling into our operations in 2008, and we continue to have one of the largest mining fleets in the Pilbara.Our high grade, low phosphorous Marra Mamba orebody is an integral part of the Pilbara Blend, contributing both lump and fines products on around four trains each day.

At the West Angelas hub there are state-of-the-art power generation and refueling facilities.

These facilities supply power and diesel fuel to the East Pilbara mine sites.The future is bright at West Angelas with ongoing growth projects at Deposits C and D, as well as additional deposits under study providing enormous opportunities for personal development and career growth.Applications close on10 July 2025(Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date).About Rio TintoRio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company.

We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents.

Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs - striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards.

But we can't do it on our own, so we're focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.Every Voice MattersAt Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves.

We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome - they are essential to our success.

We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.