CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation.Role highlightsPlay a key role in securing project fundsProvide scientific leadership and pursue new ideas and approaches that create new conceptsThree year specified term | Free onsite parkingAbout CSIROAs Australia's national science agency, CSIRO is solving the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. Many of our iconic innovations were once considered impossible until someone, just like you, joined us and took on the challenge.We have a dynamic and inclusive team within CSIRO Mineral Resources’ Sustainable Mining Technologies (SMT) program and are seeking applicants for the role of Principal Tailings Engineer. If you take pride in your interpersonal skills and your ability to apply tailings expertise to drive strategy and help improve social and environmental performance of the Australian mining industry, we would love to hear from you.Based in Brisbane, CSIRO’s Sustainable Mining Technologies Program is the nation's largest mining research concentration in Australia. Made up of some 70 specialists in mining science and technology, our Mining Program addresses major challenges facing the resource sector and has a solid track record of delivering step change technologies and substantial benefits for the industry stakeholders.As part of the Mine Geoenvironment team under the Sustainable Mining Technologies Program, this role will identify, develop and progress internal and external research initiatives to further SMT’s strategy in the fields of tailings safety and mine closure.Your high-level duties will include:Liaise with industry to identify research needs and trendsDevelop strategic collaborative arrangements with industry and other research agenciesDevelop strategic initiatives and project proposals to further the team’s objectivesEstablish new client relationshipsIdentify, plan and lead the development of laboratory facilities that meet research needsProvide scientific or engineering leadership and guidance to colleagues and studentsConduct and progress complex research objectives, including theoretical analysis, laboratory studies and field experimentsCommunicate research results to clients and the scientific community through oral and written reportsPromote the team’s reputation/recognition in tailings safety researchTenure: Specified term of 3 yearsReference: 99076As the successful candidate, you will bring:A PhD (or an equivalent combination of qualifications and research experience) in a relevant field such as soil mechanics, engineering geology, geotechnical engineeringDemonstrated ability to initiate and lead innovative projects by generating and pursuing novel ideas and solutionsIndustry experience in tailings management, preferably in metalliferous miningExperience in applied research and development in mine tailings and waste management and/or relevant fieldsEstablished industry networkProven ability in stakeholder engagement and managementA demonstrated publication history of authorship on scientific papersRecognised as a national authority in tailings research and/or managementLife at CSIRO and flexible work arrangementsSolving Australia's greatest challenges takes a diversity of minds and lived experiences. We know diverse teams are more effective and deliver more innovative outcomes. As an equal employment opportunity organisation, we are committed to creating diverse and inclusive teams where people feel they belong. We recognise true diversity encompasses all ages, abilities, cultures, faiths, levels of education, genders, sexualities, diversity of thought and much more. We focus on hiring people who share our values of People First, Further Together, Making it Real and Trusted.CSIRO holds Gold Status for the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQIA+ inclusion, and a Science in Australia Gender Equity Bronze Award.Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents or you must either hold, or be able to obtain, a valid working visa for the duration of the specified term. Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.Child safetyCSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy.How to applyPlease apply online and submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and CV that demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the essential requirements of this role.
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