Junior Geotechnical Engineer at De Beers Group

Job Description:

In this role you will:

• Investigate incidents caused by rock-related instability.
• Monitor compliance to mining to design, ground support standards and procedures.
• Provide input into local excavation layouts, based on the mine’s design protocols and standards.
• Conduct localised stability analyses (e.g. wedge block analyses) and issue appropriate recommendations to ensure excavation safety and stability.
• Attend and / or provide input into Monthly Pre- and / or Planning meetings.
• This role is in the Technical Support Services department at a GBF7 level reporting to the Geotechnical Engineer

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 / Std 10 / N3 /relevant National NQF4 level qualification.
• Undergraduate or Graduate Degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, Mining Engineering or similarly aligned qualification.
• Minerals Council/Chamber of Mines Strata Control Certificate.
• Valid drivers’ license (EB)
• Certificate of competency – Underground Competent A or Miner’s certificate (advantageous).

Experience required:

• Minimum 4 years’ mining experience, 2 years of which should have been as a Strata Control Officer at an Underground Mine.
• Knowledge of geotechnical hazards and associated mitigations / controls pertaining to underground mining.
• Good knowledge of underground design of excavations and associated ground support systems.
• Knowledge of ground support quality control processes e.g., concrete cube tests; bolt pull tests.

Other requirements:

• Willingness and ability to work shifts (CONTOPS), do standby duties, callouts, and work overtime as per what the role requirements.
• Medical Certificate of Fitness for underground. Medical assessment will include vertigo and claustrophobia amongst others. Able to tolerate physical exertion.
• The post is dependent on the successful completion of the Company’s pre-employment protocol such as qualifications verification, relevant psychometric assessments, and a clear security clearance.