Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnical Engineer Northern Star Resources are seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join our Kalgoorlie Operations on a residential basis. What's the role on offer? As the Geotechnical Engineer in Kalgoorlie, you will be responsible for providing technical support and assistance to the mining operations with regards to mine planning, design and geotechnical support to optimise mine operations.

Northern Star operates several underground mines in the Kalgoorlie area each with their own geotechnical challenges and are investing in the latest technical research in high stress mining including ground support testing & design, non-linear numerical modelling, and structural identification from seismic response. Based at the historic Mount Charlotte Operations, this residential role is on a 8/6 roster working 12 hour days. Key accountabilities: Providing Geotechnical advice and direction in the planned and active underground mining areas, ensuring effective and appropriate ground support systems are in place to support safe mining activities.

Working closely with the technical…