Senior Geotechnical and Tailings Expert
1 week ago
Rio Tinto is seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical and Tailings Expert to provide technical subject matter expertise and advice to manage all geotechnical and tailings risks in the Australia Pacific region.
About the RoleThis is a permanent position based in either Brisbane or Perth, with occasional travel to site. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with Rio Tinto's Standards with an emphasis on Tailings, Water and Geotechnical Risk Management in the Asia Pacific region.
- Identify hazards associated with tailings storage facilities, water storage facilities, natural and engineered slopes and underground mine workings.
- Provide strategic advisory and SME technical support for relinquishment planning, strategic projects and commercial divestment strategies.
- Develop technical documentation to assist and guide the closure of geotechnical assets.
To be successful in this role, you will require:
- Tertiary qualifications in geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, civil engineering or geological sciences and substantial experience (>15 years) working in the field of geotechnical engineering or tailings.
- Ability to quickly build robust business-focussed relationships, establish credibility and influence internal and external stakeholders to drive consensus and collaboration.
- Proven experience and understanding of tailings facilities, water storage facilities, slope management and underground control (preferred but not essential).
- Experience with closure of geotechnical assets.
- Demonstrated experience in leading projects or studies and implementing initiatives with a commitment to the safety of yourself and the team.
As a Senior Geotechnical and Tailings Expert at Rio Tinto, you can expect a competitive base salary of $180,000 - $220,000 per annum, plus benefits including:
- 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 & 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).
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 needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.
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