Geotechnical Engineer | Peak Downs | 8:6
4 weeks ago
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At BHP we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential. With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities. Our strategy is to focus on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives, and where the capability of our people is key to our success.
Come and be a part of this success.
About BMA
At BMA we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential. With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities. Our strategy is to focus on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives, and where the capability of our people is key to our success. Come and be a part of this success.
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About the Role
BMA is in search of a Geotechnical Engineer, who can play an integral role in our mine planning processes at Peak Downs Mine Site. Working an 8:6 roster, this role will be offered with flexible travel arrangements from Brisbane and flexible accommodation for the right candidate.
You will report to the Superintendent Geotechnical Services and be supported by a central geotechnical engineering group. You will offer geotechnical engineering support which enables safe execution of mine plans and have input to Tactical Resource Engineering and Mine Scheduling pit advancement strategies.
You will also be responsible for the following:
- Accountable for geotechnical processes, procedures and outcomes as defined in Principal Hazard Management Plans, site planning and operational systems.
- Provide geotechnical advice in relation to mine plans, slope stability, hazard management and provide geotechnical support to operations and short to long term planning
- Conduct investigations into geotechnical concerns to identify areas of risk and, where required, develop management plans with recommendation to mitigate.
- Develop recommendations for the management of hazards within the operational areas in consultation with risk & control owners, ensuring effective engagement with key stakeholders.
- Maintain records and report information relevant to geotechnical hazards
- Communicate with personnel, contractors & key stakeholders to share safety information and risk management activities pertaining to geotechnical hazard management.
- Comply with regulations, policies, standards and procedures
About You
You will have good working knowledge of open cut mining operations.
You will be able to work autonomously and utilise your strong written and verbal communication skills to work effectively within an integrated engineering and operations team.
You pride yourself on strong analytical and report writing skills supported by maintaining comprehensive data records. It is essential that you possess a strong understanding of technical risk and can demonstrate safe behaviour within an operational environment.
You must possess the relevant tertiary qualification, preferably with some exposure to Coal measure lithologies and mining practices. Acquired RPEQ status will be viewed favourably or having a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Mining Geotechnical Engineering is desirable.
Working knowledge of Vulcan would be beneficial along with experience in standard RocScience software and geotechnical monitoring equipment (radars, inclinometers, piezometers).
About Our Process
At BHP, we are committed to employing individuals who align with the BHP Charter Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.
Please note as part of this recruitment process the successful applicant will need to conduct a Queensland legislated coal mine workers’ health assessment.
From 1 April 2023, ResHealth will be mandatory for the completion of coal mine workers’ health assessments, allowing you to submit, monitor and review the progress of your health assessment in a secure online environment.
For more information please go to the ResHealth website.
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Supporting a Diverse Workforce
The size, stability and magnitude of our business not only provides significant opportunity for professional development, but also attractive salary packages with performance-based bonuses and a best-in-class employee share program. We know there are many aspects of our employees' lives that are important, and work is only one of these, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, other extended leave entitlements and parent rooms.
At BHP, we know that we are strengthened by diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to making BHP a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and be at their best every day. We are focused on creating a workforce that’s more diverse and represents the communities where we work and live. providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and recognise that true diversity includes gender, age, race, disability status, sexual orientation, religion, neurodiversity, education levels, and many more aspects of your identity.
BHP is committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all. If you have a disability, we know that it may be helpful for us to adjust our process to make it equitable for your individual situation. If you would like to reach out to someone about your situation and our recruitment process, please email us at inclusion@bhp.com.
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