Superintendent Geotechnical Design

7 months ago

Brisbane, Australia Rio Tinto Full time

**Superintendent Geotechnical Design**
- Full-time and permanent career opportunity, providing you with a solid foundation for growth and advancement.
- An exciting opportunity to leave a lasting impact, making a difference not just for today but for generations to come.
- Based in Brisbane, you will have the exciting possibility of international travel, allowing you to explore and contribute on a global scale.

**About the role**

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

We are looking for a Superintendent Geotechnical Design to support the Geosciences Team in the design, planning and execution of Life of Mine Geotechnical Study programs for Oyu Tolgoi in Mongolia.

The role is an exciting opportunity to challenge your geotechnical, project and people management skills in the Life of Mine design of Oyu Tolgoi, one of the deepest Block Caving mines in the world. The incumbent will be a significant contributor in shaping the future of the Oyu Tolgoi Project during Order of Magnitude Studies through to Feasibility Studies

We are an open, connected international team of technical specialists using some of the most exciting data and tools on the planet. We are the world leader in automation and smart mining.

We have technical development programmes that are industry-leading and recognise the unique nature of your role. These provide opportunities to grow your career through a

Reporting to the Principal Advisor - Geotechnical and working in a challenging and exciting environment within the Geotechnical Design team, you will be:

- Planning, organising, and managing all Life of Mine geotechnical ore body knowledge programs including rock mass classification (core logging and face mapping), intact rock strength testing and stress measurements.
- Managing and directing programs for obtaining rock mass and structural material properties for geotechnical analysis and mine input into mine design.
- Providing Geotechnical design criteria and input into the Life of Mine design process.
- Working closely with other technical and engineering disciplines to develop and implement best practise guidelines in geotechnical engineering, mine design and for purposes of the Life of Mine studies.
- Leading and managing geotechnical analysis work conducted by various consultants.
- Conducting geotechnical analysis inclusive of numerical modelling.
- Taking part in internal and external review and assurance processes.
- Study phase ground support assessments.
- Supporting Oyu Tolgoi site by providing input into Ground Control Management Plan, Strategic Mine Planning and operating procedures for all geotechnical activities and quality assurance / quality control practices.
- Leading and mentoring a small team of Geotechnical Engineers.

**What you’ll bring**
- A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
- Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or Geology. Postgraduate degree is an added advantage.
- At least 7-10 years geotechnical experience in deep and high stress underground mining operations and/or Projects, and/or Life of Mine Studies. Experience in Block Caving will be advantageous.
- Demonstrated experience in designing and managing ore body knowledge campaigns.
- Demonstrated experience in numerical modelling, interpretation of results and communication of risks and opportunities.
- Experience with underground mine development processes, specifically cave development and construction.
- Demonstrated communication skills, including an ability to build relationships with both internal stakeholders and external consultants.
- Excellent writing skills, attention to detail and an ability to problem solve.
- Exceptional communication skills giving clear recommendations and communications aimed at the right level.

**What we offer**

Be recognised for your contribution, and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress.
- A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
- A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto
- A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program
- Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family
- Attractive share ownership plan
- Company provided insurance cover
- Extensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging options
- Career development and education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions
- Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing support
- Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)
- Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more)
- Possible domestic or international relocation assistance

**About Rio Tinto**

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials ne

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