Geotechnical Engineer

ABOUT THIESS 

Started in Australia in 1933, Thiess is a 90 year-old, enduring company. Today, we’re a $4 billion world-class, global organization, specializing in sustainable resources solutions, including mining services, land reclamation, and engineering and technology consulting. With 12,000 employees and growing, our workforce has the skills, experience, and resourcefulness to realize opportunities, respond to project challenges, optimize solutions and bring lasting value to our clients.   

We’re currently embarking on an exciting journey to a more sustainable future, as we rise to the challenges of climate risk and opportunities abounding in the global energy transition. We recognize the world needs mined commodities to achieve the economic, social and environmental transformation it desires. But the world also needs mining to reset for the future.

North America is an important part of that future, and we’re thrilled to introduce our business, and our unique approach to contract mining, to Ontario and surrounding parts of Canada.  

ROLE OVERVIEW 

Lead execution of the projects (GCMP) Ground Control Management Plan and Void Management Plan, oversee slope stability technical and management functions for the open pit, and support the project as the on-site geotechnical advisory resource for management, operations, and technical services. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Safety Health and Environment: 

• Pro-actively manage the effectiveness of health, safety, and environmental measures on site. 
• Carry out specific HS&E responsibilities as defined in the Branch and Project Management Systems 
• Act in emergency situations 
• Ensure that all geotechnical risks and considerations are considered during the mine planning process 
• Ensure workforce is aware and understanding of the nature and severity of all geotechnical hazards they will encounter in the field, as well as how to respond appropriately to new observations or condition changes. 

Geotechnical Engineering: 

• Conduct daily geotechnical inspections and report findings to the appropriate teams. 
• Assist in the installation of Geotechnical instruments and data communication systems 
• Be required to keep and maintain all geotechnical instruments in healthy state 
• Advise in planning and guiding backfill of underground voids.  
• Direction of probe drilling and interpretation of probe drilling data in possible void zones to make safety critical decisions according to the Void Management Plan. 
• Drive and implement assigned geotechnical projects 
• Ensure all monitoring systems are always operations and data communications storage systems are functional 

Document Preparation: 

• Assist in the development, ongoing review, and execution of the project’s Ground Control Management Plan. 
• Assist in the development, ongoing review and execution of the project’s Void Management Plan. 
• Prepare and implement standards and procedures regarding instrumentation installation and maintenance 
• Report on seismic damage and other geotechnical hazards. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned  

Perform other duties as assigned 

REQUIRED SKILLS 

• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Advanced Communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills 
• Advanced Computer literacy and proficiency with MS Office Suite 
• Proficiency with appropriate software's for geotechnical data analysis 

JOB REQUIREMENTS 

• Minimum 3-5 years of engineering experience in hard rock mining relating to rock mechanics and slope stability. 
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of mining, mining engineering, and geotechnical applications in a hard-rock open-pit mine environment. 
• Authorization to work lawfully in the Canada without sponsorship from Thiess is required  

EDUCATION 

• Bachelor's degree in Mine Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline and years. 
• Master’s degree in Mine Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline and years. (Preferred) 

WHAT WE OFFER 

• A work culture that follows our company values of integrity, accountability, and innovation, all underpinned by safety 
• Flexible working arrangements (Office-First Hybrid Working Model) 
• A permanent position working directly for Thiess, the world’s largest mining services provider  
• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual bonuses 
• Comprehensive medical benefits including private health insurance  
• RRSP retirement savings benefit with employer matching contributions  
• Career development and opportunities domestic within Canada, and potentially international  
• Leave for all of life’s reasons  
• Possible domestic relocation assistance 

The salary range for this role is $112,005 - $134,406 CAD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Thiess considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. 

LEGAL DISCLAIMER 

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Thiess is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected group status. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us or have one of your representatives contact us at +1 (801) 300-1909 or [NArecruiting@thiess.com].