Tailings / Geotechnical Engineer

OverviewGeosyntec is growing in Australia.

We now have over 110 practitioners across the country, with offices in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Gold Coast.

In 2022, Red Earth Engineering joined the Geosyntec family of companies, bringing with them some of the very best expertise in the mine tailings and water dam sectors.We are now the tailings and geotechnical consultant of choice for several major mining companies with operations in Australia.

As an example of our commitment to leading the industry in innovation and technical excellence, we have recently announced the establishment of an advanced testing facility led by Dr. David Reid.

Our expertise, combined with Geosyntec's world-class reputation in hydrogeology, geochemistry, geotechnical engineering, seismicity and risk allows us to assist our client in meeting their engineering challenges and better understanding their risk.We have an opportunity available for a Tailings / Geotechnical Engineer to join our Perth Tailings Group.

We seek motivated professionals to support our strong and growing project pipeline.At REE, you will have the opportunity to apply your academic and professional knowledge to the real world and Tier 1 energy and resource clients, based at our Perth office.Our projects include : Mine waste and tailings management studiesTailings storage facility designMine site civil infrastructure designMine closure planning and designDam safety reviews and auditsGeotechnical investigations, assessments and analysis to support the above.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesOversee and co-ordinate geotechnical field investigation programsOversee and co-ordinate geotechnical laboratory testing programsWork closely with Engineers-of-Record (EoR) on long-term operational projectsWrite technical reports, proposals, and papersDevelop geotechnical assessments and analysis capabilitiesBuild and maintain strong relationships with clientsParticipate in National and International ConferencesEducation and LicensureDegree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (required)Be eligible for membership of Engineers Australia and either have or be working towards CPENG status (required)Skills, Experience and Qualifications1-5+ years of consulting experience operating within a geotechnical practice groupExperience with using geotechnical logging software (Tablogs, Holebase, etc)Competent in the use of GIS or CAD package / sWorking knowledge of geotechnical investigation standards and practicesStrong understanding of Health and Safety planning, processes and proceduresPast experience with geotechnical investigations at mine sitesExperience with geotechnical interpretation (i.e.

CPiET) and analysis (i.e.

Slope / W)Familiarity with dam safety guidelines including ANCOLD, GISTM, CDA and WA-DMRCivil or tailings engineering generalExperience in the GIS, CAD or Tailings Modelling software (i.e.

QGIS, 12d, AutoCAD, Civil3D, or Muk3D)Culture / EEO StatementAttractive remuneration package with additional benefits : Your choice of office to be basedHybrid working arrangementsMonthly RDOBirthday leave dayCaring and bonding leaveOption to purchase up to 2 additional annual leave weeks per yearNovated lease salary packagingEmployee Assistance ProgramAnnual Mid-Year Team building and Christmas functions.A positive, diverse, and vibrant workplaceGlobal movement program (throughout the Geosyntec Company).Our culture is fundamental to our success and is built on our vision of : Maintaining a vibrant, practice-centred business.Engage in continuous self-improvement and ongoing reinvention.Be highly regarded in core markets for delivering best-value solutions for our clients.Create exceptional career opportunities for our people.Be true professionals and consummate team players.Not meeting all the requirements?

Don't let that discourage you from applying.

REE is committed to fostering a diverse workplace built on excellence, strong principles, and integrity.

If you're interested and willing to learn in this role but your experience doesn't match every qualification listed, we still encourage you to apply anyway.

We're excited to hear from you.

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