Geotechnical Engineer

2 weeks ago

Broken Hill NSW, Australia Perilya Broken Hill Limited Full time $120,000 - $150,000 per year

About Perilya Limited

Perilya Limited is a well-established Australian mining company with a proud history and a strong international footprint. Headquartered in Adelaide, South Australia, we are owned by Zhongjin Lingnan Nonfemet, one of China's largest and most respected mining enterprises, giving us the backing of a global mining leader while maintaining a strong Australian identity.

Our operations include the iconic Broken Hill Operation in New South Wales—one of the world's great base metals mines with over 130 years of continuous production—and the first underground mining operation in the Dominican Republic, Coridom, which continues to deliver high-quality zinc, lead, copper, and silver. Together, these assets form the foundation of a business with scale, resilience, and long-term growth opportunities.

Perilya is recognised for its commitment to operational excellence, safety leadership, and environmental responsibility. We pride ourselves on investing in our people and communities, with a strong focus on workforce development, diversity, and creating career pathways across both corporate and operational sites. Our collaborative culture values integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement, making Perilya a workplace where talented people can thrive and contribute to a sustainable future in mining.

Role Details

Perilya's Broken Hill Mine is looking for a motivated Geotechnical Engineer to join our Technical Services team and play a key role in the safe and efficient development of our underground operation.

As a Geotechnical Engineer, you will provide geotechnical expertise to support mine design, planning, and ground control practices. Working closely with engineers, surveyors, and operational teams, you will contribute to the ongoing safety and productivity of the mine.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Conduct underground inspections, mapping, and monitoring to assess ground conditions.
  • Perform stope, pillar, and slope stability analyses.
  • Provide geotechnical input into mine design and production plans.
  • Implement and maintain ground support standards and systems.
  • Analyse and report on monitoring data, identifying potential geotechnical risks.
  • Support geotechnical projects, such as instrumentation, backfill, and stope design.
  • Engage with operational teams to ensure ground control practices are understood and applied.

What You Will Bring

  • Tertiary qualification in Geotechnical, Geological, or Mining Engineering.
  • Experience in underground mining geotechnical engineering (graduates with strong exposure to geotechnical work will be considered).
  • Strong technical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proactive approach to safety and risk management.
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Why Join Perilya

At Perilya, you'll join a supportive and community-focused team where safety is at the heart of everything we do. This is a great opportunity to develop your career in underground mining while working in a vibrant regional centre.

How to Apply

To be considered for this role, please submit a brief covering letter and CV by following the APPLY NOW prompts.

At Perilya Limited, we value diversity and inclusion, strongly encouraging applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and candidates from culturally diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to building an inclusive workforce where everyone can contribute, grow, and succeed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 – $150,000.00 per year

Work Authorisation:

  • Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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