Geotechnical Engineer at Newmont Goldcorp Corporation

Purpose

To provide geotechnical expertise regarding mine design, schedule and ground support for all planning horizons with the objective of safe stable mining operations. 

Essential Duties

Geotechnical Engineering

• Evaluate and propose optimum geotechnical engineering solutions for problematic situations which threaten the achievement of planned objectives.
• Assess geotechnical risks and develop mitigation plans.

Document Preparation

• Prepare monthly geotechnical reports which includes quality of installation and performance of ground support along with technical review of all mine planning horizons.
• Contribute to statutory reporting activities related to ground support.

Strategic Planning

Contribute towards budget preparation activities for the geotechnical team which include ground management review of proposed business plan

Safety Health and Environment

• Participate and contribute to safe practice and environmental awareness.
• Actively participate in all Newmont Ghana safety and environmental systems and initiatives.

Training & Experience

Formal Qualification (including Professional Registrations):

• Bachelors’ degree in Civil, Mining or Geological Engineering

Additional Knowledge:

• Preferred knowledge of Mine design software, Dips, Unwedge, Phase2, Map3D programmes

Experience:

• Previous undergraduate experience in hardrock underground metalliferous mining environment 

Technical Skills:

• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.

Behavioural Attributes:

• Safety Conscious.
• Initiative.
• Results Driven.
• Pro-active

Working Conditions

• Potential for hazardous conditions exists in underground mines and the incumbent must be familiar with them.
• Potential for adverse environmental conditions exists in some locations.

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