Engineering Geologist

About the Placement:

This internship is with SCT Operations and is facilitatedby theCSIRO's Generation STEM Links program.

SCT Operations is a consulting company dedicated to addressing the challenges of underground mining.

This internship provides the opportunity to work alongside a team of engineers to develop solutions for complex mining problems. The right candidate will be interested in broadening their knowledge and experience through consultancy work and also opened to exposure to hands on experience on-site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist experienced consultants in gathering and analysing geotechnical data.
• Conduct field tests and measurements to assess rock mechanics and underground conditions.
• Support the development of mitigation strategies and solutions for mining operations.
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to complex engineering challenges.
• Contribute to the design and development of innovative technologies in underground mining.

Work Arrangements:

• Start date: Flexible
• Working arrangement: Part-time for 200 hours, on a fixed-term contract.
• Remuneration: $25/hour on a temporary contract with SCT Operations.
• Location: Wollongong, NSW (On-site)

Desired Capabilities:

• Studying a tertiary qualification in geology, geophysics, earth science (engineering geologist pathway), or civil, mechanical, or geotechnical engineering (geotechnical engineer pathway).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in geology, rock mechanics, and mining operations.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Programming experience with C++ is beneficial but not required.

Requirements:

• Must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
• Must be in your penultimate or final year of an undergraduate qualification.

About SCT Operations:

SCT Operations Pty Ltd has been providing geotechnical consulting, field services, research, and instrumentation to underground mining operations since 1989. SCT specialises in assisting mines with managing geotechnical and strata control risks, optimising efficiencies, and mitigating environmental impacts.

Our team consists of skilled engineers and instrumentation technicians who design and build capabilities in-house. The instrumentation and numerical analysis techniques developed by SCT have led to significant advances in the understanding of rock mechanics and excavation behaviour in complex stress fields. Our vision is to be the leading provider of advanced geotechnical solutions for the global underground mining industry.

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If you are interested in this internship, please submit your EOI and CV online through theStudent Application webformand please specify CODE0056c

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