Geotechnical Engineer
CSA Mine Cobar, New South WalesCSA Mine is currently searching for a Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. You will work in one of the world’s most iconic mining districts, which has the second highest grade copper mine in the country.
About the Role:
- Use of SAP to manage the electrical maintenance of all surface assets, and track work order completion
- Provide geotechnical input into the mine design, production sequencing, stope design and capital infrastructure excavations
- Maintain optimum development ground control standards including the implementation of sequencing guidelines to permit reliable production access
- Review ground control performance with regard to design, operational practices and design assumptions
- Maintain and optimise hazard management systems
- Maintain effective communication with technical and operational staff as well as ground control contractors
- Analyse and interpret engineering data using appropriate classification and design tools
The successful applicant will have:
- Current Australian Manual Drivers Licence
- Current Australian Driver’s Licence (minimum P2 or equivalent)
- Degree qualified in Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering or Geology
- Minimum 2 years’ geotechnical experience in an underground metalliferous environment
- Experience with mine software including Deswik
Conditions:
This position is offered on a residential or drive in drive out (DIDO) or fly in fly out (FIFO) from Sydney or Brisbane. If residential is the preferred commute option relocation costs and a housing subsidy will be provided to the successful candidate to assist in relocating to Cobar. Candidates interested in the 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.
Benefits:
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, plus use of CSA Rewards, our online rewards platform which provides access to discounts or cashback offers for 100s of retailers.
For further information please contact Joe Piscioneri, Talent & Acquisition Advisor via ***************@metalsacqcorp.com
Shortlisting will occur throughout the advertising period – apply now.