Geotechnical Engineer

Pilbara Minerals is the leading ASX lithium company and a major player in the rapidly growing lithium supply chain. The Company owns 100% of the world’s largest, independent hard-rock lithium operation, the Pilgangoora Project and Operation. Located in Western Australia’s resource-rich Pilbara region, its operation produces a spodumene and tantalite concentrate.

We are a Company that is going places and is exciting, dynamic, and purpose-driven. Our growth and diversification strategy will see us continue to grow and transform the industry through innovation and leadership

Our purpose is to make a difference in the world, through the production of lithium materials which are the heart of the world’s ambition towards net zero.

The future is lithium. The future is bright. Make lithium your future.

THE OPPORTUNITY: 

Reporting to the Senior Geotechnical Engineer, the Geotechnical Engineer will provide support to our already established team with the review and assessment of ground conditions, deliver recommendations on excavation methodology and the appropriate levels of ground support to ensure a safe and efficient mining environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducting geotechnical inspections and providing geotechnical advice to Production and Planning.
• Identification of Geotechnical hazards throughout all pits.
• Ensure regular Geotechnical inspections occur within operational areas.
• Geotechnical assessment of open pit and dump designs.
• Providing input to drill and blast design to ensure wall control compliance.
• Create and review adherence to Ground Control Management Plans for each operation.
• Ensure adherence to Ground Control Management Plan.
• Provide geotechnical information to and liaise with other mining and geology personnel to ensure optimal extraction of the ore while conforming with legislated geotechnical requirements.
• Keep operators and staff up to date with ground awareness training.
• Collection, analysis and reporting of structural pit data and recommend changes where necessary.

ABOUT YOU:

• 1 years’ experience within a Geotechnical role.
• Relevant tertiary degree in Geotechnical Engineering or similar.
• MS Office.
• Knowledge of statutory safety requirements relevant to the processes.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment.
• Strong commitment to safety and the environment.

WHAT WE OFFER

Great people and culture are at the heart of our great Australian Company. We offer a supportive and collegiate working environment, that is dynamic and purpose-driven. Our people want to be part of something bigger, they think differently and for themselves. Our growth provides an opportunity to secure a future in an industry that has momentum and ambition, as well as:

• Excellent remuneration package and eligible to participate in the Company’s short-term incentive plan.
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Community Leave
• Career progression
• Great accommodation and recreational facilities
• Take a front-row seat in the sustainable energy transformation!

WHAT WE STAND FOR

• Great people
• Think, do, achieve
• Safety matters
• Quality products
• Valuing our partners
• Making a difference in the world

PROMOTING DIVERSITY

Pilbara Minerals recognizes that talented people come from diverse backgrounds, who can contribute to our successes in different ways.  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly recommend women and Australian indigenous people apply.

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS

As part of our recruitment process, we require a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screen and a National Police Clearance.

Short listing for this role will commence immediately.  

We respectfully request agencies not to forward unsolicited resumes unless requested.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

Pilbara Minerals respectfully acknowledges the Nyamal and Kariyarra People of the Pilbara, and the Whadjuk Noongar People of the Perth region who are the traditional owners and first people of these lands. We would like to pay respect to the Elders past, present and emerging for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of the Nyamal, Kariyarra and Whadjuk Noongar Peoples.

If you are interested in learning more about Pilbara Minerals or registering for future opportunities, please visit our website  www.pilbaraminerals.com.au