Thank you for considering a career with us.As a global resources company that mines, explores and develops base metal projects globally, MMG offers a wide variety of career pathways.Job no: 500367 Work type: Permanent Full Time Location: Dugald River Mine We are MMG and we mine for progress.At MMG, our vision is to create a leading international mining company for a low carbon future.We mine for progress to create wealth for our people, host communities, and shareholders with an ambition to grow and diversify our resource, production, and value.Our aim is to create a workplace that encourages diversity and inclusion and supports our people to grow.We are guided by our values: think safety first, respect each other, work together, do what we say, and we want to be better.We recognize the unique value your contribution makes to the progress of our company and the communities in which we operate.Dugald River Mine is one of the world's top 10 zinc mine operations, producing zinc concentrate for customers around the world since 2017.The mine is committed to a low-carbon future.In April 2023, the Dugald River Solar Farm began operations, supplying a third of the mine's power and reducing emissions by 33%—and this is just the start of its renewable energy transition.Dugald River employs around 750 employees and contractors on a mix of fly-in, fly-out and local residential basis.The village provides all the amenities including a gym with a women's only area, a tennis court, swimming pool, walking track, and entertainment area.Position: Geotechnical Engineer Reporting to the Senior Geotechnical Engineer, this role is responsible for ensuring the correct and professional application of geotechnical principles to the planning and operation at Dugald River, so that compliance with Company Standards for Ground Control is achieved and maintained.This role offers an opportunity to provide strategic input to the sustainable operation of Dugald River Mine, including recommendations for managing risks and hazards associated with LOM design.The role is available on a FIFO (Brisbane or Townsville) or drive-in drive-out basis (DIDO) from the Cloncurry or Mount Isa Districts.The role will operate on an 8/6 roster.Relocation support will be available for successful candidates who reside outside of one of our points of hire.With demonstrated experience as a Geotechnical Engineer within underground mining, you will have well-developed skills and personal attributes including the following: An unwavering commitment to workplace safety.Underground mining experience; hard rock mining environment is preferred.Passion for improving day-to-day operations and contributing to the overall inclusive workforce culture of Dugald River.Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing capabilities.Ability to engage stakeholders effectively in technical and operational roles.Experience in related software packages including Deswik, Rocscience, RS3, and IMS.Tertiary qualification/s in either Civil, Geotechnical, and/or Mining Engineering or Geology is preferred.Key responsibilities will include: Provide geotechnical services to enhance safety and optimize production, including seismic monitoring and drill design reviews.Conduct underground inspections, produce ground control designs, and assess stope designs for near- to mid-term planning.Develop monitoring systems for rock mass deformation, lead ground control audits, and implement QAQC measures.Manage long-term monitoring and rehabilitation programs for critical infrastructure and collaborate with ACG researchers.Collect and analyze geotechnical data to inform operations and identify emerging risks.Collect and interpret geotechnical data including core logging, rock face mapping, and instrumentation.Design and provide operational input into backfill plans for mined voids.MMG is committed to supporting our local communities of Cloncurry Shire and Mount Isa City Council Local Government Areas.MMG encourages local residents to apply for opportunities at Dugald River.We also support successful candidates to relocate to the region and provide a generous relocation package.We are an equal opportunity employer who values and respects diversity.If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, please apply online.To know more about MMG, please visit our webpage or reach out to Cassandra Reilly on ******.Advertised: 09 Oct 2024 E. Australia Standard Time Applications close: #J-18808-Ljbffr