Geotechnical Engineer

Add expected salary to your profile for insightsThe CSA Mine is located in Cobar NSW and is Australia's highest-grade copper mine.We are located 11 kilometres north-west of Cobar, central western New South Wales.

At 1.9 kilometres deep, it is one of Australia's deepest underground mines.Operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week, CSA Mine directly employs over 500 people including contractors.We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join our team.About the Role : As a Geotechnical Engineer, you'll provide critical support to ensure ground stability, maintain operational safety, and optimise mine designs.

You'll work closely with technical services and operations teams to manage geotechnical risk across the site.Key Responsibilities :

• Conduct geotechnical mapping, rock mass classification, and stability analysis.
• Develop and implement ground control management plans and procedures.
• Design and monitor ground support systems to ensure mine stability.
• Perform seismic monitoring and interpret ground movement data.
• Collaborate with mine planning and operations teams to optimize production.
• Lead geotechnical risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Prepare and present geotechnical reports and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior team members.About You : To excel in this role, you will bring :
• A degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related field.
• Underground hard rock mining experience is essential
• Experience with mine software, including Deswik.
• Strong understanding of ground control techniques and mine safety regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Effective communication skills to liaise with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• A commitment to safety and continuous improvement.Conditions : This is a 8 / 6 roster, and commute options include residential, DIDO or FIFO from Brisbane or Sydney.Candidates interested in DIDO or FIFO will be provided with commute single accommodation and meals at the mine camp.

CSA also provides Pool & Gym Reimbursements to our employees and their dependants.Location : Located an eight-hour drive to Sydney, nine-hour drive to Melbourne, and a quick three-hour drive to Dubbo, Cobar is a fascinating town rich in mining heritage and natural attractions.

Entertainment options include restaurants, pubs, and clubs for dining out.

You will be kept busy with a bowling and golf club, rugby and rugby league teams, race club, pony club, Olympic size swimming pool, gym – and more!

The town boasts beautiful parks, two reservoirs, picnic areas and playgrounds.

The youth club 'Youthie' is a vibrant children's hub with a games room, gym and weights room, squash courts, sauna, indoor stadium, outdoor basketball court and a skate park.Why Join CSA?You will be entitled to a comprehensive range of benefits aimed at attracting and retaining our most valuable asset, our people.

We offer competitive remuneration and other financial benefits including medical and insurance discounts, recognition and reward programs, external education opportunities, further development and career pathways.With a strong share price, we are the best single-owned mine in the area, offering long-term job security and stability.

This is an opportunity to become embedded within the local Cobar mining community.Shortlisting will occur throughout the advertising period – apply now.Unlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchYour application will include the following questions : Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

How many years' experience do you have as a geotechnical engineer?

Do you have underground mining experience?

What's your expected annual base salary?CSA Mine is located in Cobar, Central Western NSW.

It is operated by Cobar Management Pty Ltd (CMPL) – owned by Glencore.The mine initially started in 1871 with an erratic production history until 1964, when Broken Hill South Ltd began large scale production.

The mine passed to CRA in 1980 and then to Golden Shamrock Mines in 1992.

The mine was closed in 1997 / 8 following its acquisition by Ashanti Goldfields and was reopened in 1999 by Glencore.Since 1965 the mine has extracted substantial quantities of zinc, lead, silver and copper, but today, CSA Mine focuses on mining copper, with a silver co-product.Our underground mine produces over 1.1 million tonnes of copper ore and produces in excess of 185,000 tonnes of copper concentrate per annum.

The concentrate contains approximately 29% copper metal and is exported to smelters in India, China and South East Asia.Operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week, CSA Mine provides direct employment for over 300 people, the majority of whom are based in the local township of Cobar.In addition to the mine, CSA holds approximately 820km2 of tenements in the local Cobar area.Source : This is an extract from the company's own website.CSA Mine is located in Cobar, Central Western NSW.

It is operated by Cobar Management Pty Ltd (CMPL) – owned by Glencore.The mine initially started in 1871 with an erratic production history until 1964, when Broken Hill South Ltd began large scale production.

The mine passed to CRA in 1980 and then to Golden Shamrock Mines in 1992.

The mine was closed in 1997 / 8 following its acquisition by Ashanti Goldfields and was reopened in 1999 by Glencore.Since 1965 the mine has extracted substantial quantities of zinc, lead, silver and copper, but today, CSA Mine focuses on mining copper, with a silver co-product.Our underground mine produces over 1.1 million tonnes of copper ore and produces in excess of 185,000 tonnes of copper concentrate per annum.

The concentrate contains approximately 29% copper metal and is exported to smelters in India, China and South East Asia.Operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week, CSA Mine provides direct employment for over 300 people, the majority of whom are based in the local township of Cobar.In addition to the mine, CSA holds approximately 820km2 of tenements in the local Cobar area.Source : This is an extract from the company's own website.What can I earn as a Geotechnical Engineer

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