Geotechnical Engineer

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Geotechnical Engineer

Oaky Creek Coal

Tieri, QLD, Australia

Glencore’s purpose is to responsibly source the commodities that advance everyday life. At Oaky Creek Coal we fulfil this purpose by responsibly producing and distributing high quality export coking coal. Our values of safety, integrity, responsibility, openness, simplicity, and entrepreneurialism reflect our purpose, our priorities and the beliefs that drive our behaviour as we carry out our business activities. They define what it means to work at Glencore, regardless of location or role.

We know it’s our people that make it all possible. Our culture promotes teamwork and rewards dedicated people with a can-do spirit, who take responsibility, and who have the drive to be leaders in their field. We expect a lot, but we give a lot in return, recognising and rewarding exceptional work and helping you achieve your career and professional goals.

Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, you will provide geotechnical planning, advice and operational support for Longwall, Development and Outbye activities. As a member of the Technical Services team, you will gain substantial exposure and experience in a broad range of operational activities across Oaky North Mine.

This role requires you to develop strong working relationships with operations personnel as well as with external subject matter experts and other stakeholders. 

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Providing Geotechnical advice to the Longwall/ Development and Outbye Teams
• Provide on shift technical support as required
• Carryout inspections and ensure support standards are met in all areas
• Apply site and GCAA framework guidelines to provide suitable geotechnical advice and plans
• Provide primary / secondary and remedial support plans
• Work closely with the site Geologist to provide details for the 1st/ 2nd workings and associated hazard plans

About you:

At Oaky Creek Coal, we hire for attitude and train for skill. We look for people who are adaptable, self-driven and think critically. As the successful Geotechnical Engineer, you will:

• Be a systems thinker, goal orientated and highly organised, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• You will have experience and a working knowledge of Underground Coal Mining in regard to Geotechnical Engineering.
• Possess tertiary qualification/s in Civil, Geotechnical and/or Mining Engineering or Geology with Post-Graduate qualifications in Strata Control.
• Relevant operational experience (ideally 2-5 years) in a Geotechnical role.
• Strong interpersonal skills for engaging with operations personnel.
• Applicants with RPEQ certification and/or CPEng experience will be highly regarded.  

In return, you will get:

• Highly competitive mining salary plus annual short-term performance bonus
• Company sponsored FIFO from BNE to EMD, or choose to live in Tieri
• Option to work an 8/6 roster, or a nine-day fortnight
• Generous annual leave entitlements
• Access to Coal Mining Industry Long Service Leave - one of the most generous long service leave schemes of any industry in the country
• Generously subsidised housing, or permanently allocated camp accommodation
• Relocation assistance
• Opportunities to salary sacrifice flights and/or enter into a novated lease vehicle arrangement
• Private Health or Salary Continuance reimbursement up to $3,500
• Active Lifestyle reimbursement for local amenities
• Years of service awards and Christmas gifts
• Town events and yearly Christmas parties 
• Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses up to $600
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), available to the whole family
• Provision for education assistance if you are wanting to further your studies down the track

Additional Information:

The local town of Tieri offers an exceptional standard of living and a vast array of facilities for adults and children. Visit (www.tieri.com.au) to see what it is really like to live and work in our top little town.

As per company policy, internal applicants should discuss their interest in this position with their manager prior to applying. For further information please email oakycreekhr@glencore.com.au.

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