Date: 30-Mar-2023
Location: Collie, WA, AU, 6225
Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.
The Opportunity – Senior Geotechnical Engineer – 9-day fortnight working arrangement – Worsley Alumina - Based in Collie
Are you looking to be home every night? If so, this is your opportunity to live, work and play a short drive from stunning coastlines, scenic trails and the food and wine heartland of the west.
As a key member of South32 Worsley Alumina operations team and reporting to the Governance & Standards Superintendent, this role is accountable for the integrity of the Bauxite Residue Disposal Areas (BRDAs) and water storage dams along with
Responsible Tailings Facility Engineer (RTFE) during their construction, operation and closure.
The Senior Engineer Geotechnical should understand the BRDAs for which they are responsible, the risks, and the manner in which those risks are being managed, including any failures, deficiencies, or opportunities for improvement.
Located in the picturesque south-west and Peel regions of Western Australia, South32 Worsley Alumina is on a journey to become the world’s leading Alumina producer where our 1500 workforce value the lifestyle that Worsley Alumina has to offer.
Our integrated Bauxite Mine, Alumina Refinery and Port Operation is creating the essential products needed for a sustainable low carbon future.
This role will be offered on a Permanent basis.
Location
This role will be based at our Worsley Alumina Refinery which is a short drive from Collie (15 minutes), Bunbury (35 minutes) and other nearby scenic communities.
As there is no accommodation on site, you will be required to drive in, drive out on a daily basis. Employees ideally live within an hour’s drive of Collie.
Accountabilities
Primary responsibilities are to:
Establish the scopes for studies, guide consultants and interpret Geotechnical data to make informed decisions
Responsible for the facilities monitoring interpretation
Support and provide leadership to a small team of Geotechnical and Civil Engineers
Be familiar with the content and requirements of the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM), ANCOLD and other regulatory standards on tailings and water dams
As a technical expert, understand the design, construction, operation, and performance of tailings storage facilities and water dams.
About You
Degree qualified in Geotechnical or Geology Engineering
Several years post graduate experience as a geotechnical engineer/geologist/civil engineer while managing tailings and water dams
Ability to communicate with and influence operational and engineering personnel
Comprehensive knowledge of relevant Australian standards and acknowledged in depth expertise in core discipline area
Proven ability of working in a large team of technical professions and relating technical solutions to financial decisions
Our Benefits
As part of the Worsley Alumina team, you will enjoy:
Competitive salaries including Short-Term Incentive Bonus
Additional employer superannuation contributions which depend on the level of employee contributions you choose.
Participation in the Employee Share Plan
Industry leading parental leave and family care policy
Company supported volunteering leave and opportunities across communities in the South-West
Novated lease and salary sacrifice options and a nine-day fortnight working arrangement
Exclusive employee discounts including health insurance, technology and travel.
Our Culture
At Worsley Alumina, our people are key to unlocking the potential of our operation and becoming the world’s leading Alumina producer.
If you value and care for your colleagues and families, enjoy a culture of trust and togetherness and have a desire for excellence to safely produce the products of the future, then we would love to hear from you.
As an employee, you can help shape the future of our operation through our:
Worsley Workforce Committee directly improving our employee experience
Worsley Inclusion Network leading change initiatives across Worsley Alumina to increase Inclusion and Diversity in our workplace
Reconciliation Action Plan Working Group working closely with our First Nations employees and community members to increase First Nations representation across Worsley Alumina.
South32 embraces diversity and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not a requirement of employment at South32 Worsley Alumina.
Please note: This advertisement will close on the 13th April 2023