Geotechnical Engineer
Full Time

St Barbara is an Australian based ASX listed gold producer and explorer. St Barbara’s assets include one of Australia’s deepest underground mines at its Leonora Operations in Western Australia, the Simberi Operations in Papua New Guinea, and the Atlantic Gold Operations in Nova Scotia, Canada.

In February 2020, St Barbara were awarded for the sixth consecutive year ‘Employer of Choice for Gender Equality’. We also provide industry best practice parental leave and return to work provisions, nil gender pay gap in like for like roles and a commitment to addressing pay equity and gender equality through our recruitment, promotions, reward and recognition.

We currently have an exciting opportunity within our Mining Team at Leonora in Western Australia, for a Geotechnical Engineer. In this role you will provide timely and fit-for-purpose geotechnical advice to support the site to meet operational outputs whilst sharpening your overall geotechnical skill set. We will provide you with an opportunity to work with skilled and dedicated industry professionals and be set up for success. With a focus on sustainability and growth, innovation, and a strong safety culture the role will be both a challenging and rewarding career move.

This is opportunity is offered on a balanced 8 days on / 6 days off roster. This role may be Fly-in, Fly-out (FIFO) from Perth, Drive-in, Drive-out (DIDO) from Kalgoorlie or residential in Leonora.

Our Opportunity

• Seismicity management including the operation and analysis of data from the Gwalia seismic system;
• Implementation of a new ground support system utilising industry leading dynamic self-drilling anchor support;
• Managing the design and installation of seismic sensors;
• Stress modelling for stopes and development using Map3D;
• Geotechnical hazard identification and analysis including the preparation, implementation and tracking of ground support systems;
• Communicating geotechnical information and requirements in a manner fit for the respective audience;
• Monitoring and management of historical open pit operations, waste dumps and an operating tailings facility;
• Reporting on geotechnical performance and operational indicators; and
• Opportunities to participate in feasibility studies relating to geotechnical, mining and economic viability of deposits.

About You

• Behaviour consistent with St Barbara’s Values;
• Tertiary level qualifications preferably in Geo Technical Engineering, Geology, Civil Engineering or equivalent degree;
• Previous experience working within an underground mining or tunnelling environment;
• A team mindset, strong written communication and report writing skills; and
• Current unencumbered Australian C Class Drivers Licence.

About Us

• ‘Grow our own’ approach with a preference to develop and promote internally;
• Air-conditioned, comfortable accommodation facilities with private ensuite;
• Free onsite gym, pool, recreation room, bbq area and organised team sports;
• Supportive, professional and positive team environment on site, and at all facilities;
• Access to professional development activities and educational assistance;
• Competitive salary, and options for salary sacrificing;
• Access to a generous superannuation scheme including salary continuance and death and disability cover; and
• Be a part of the high performing St Barbara community – a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and Employer of Choice for Gender Diversity.

For further information on St Barbara, please visit: www.stbarbara.com.au/careers

Please note, candidates are required to undertake pre-employment checks including a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screens and a police check/criminal history check. Candidates must have the ability to be cleared for a National Police Clearance for site access purposes.