Technician Geotechnical

Discover a Brighter Future   

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus  

on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.  

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine  

difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.  

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.  
  
ABOUT Hermosa    

Hermosa, located approximately 75 miles south-east of Tucson, Arizona, is the only advanced mining project in the United States as of 2023 that could produce two federally designated critical minerals—manganese and zinc—as well as silver and lead. The project has the potential to help power the nation’s clean energy future, strengthen the domestic supply chain of critical minerals, grow the local economy, and improve lives in Santa Cruz County and the surrounding community for generations to come. 

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.
• When you choose to contribute more into your retirement savings, South32 will match it up to a certain percentage.
• South32 provides you with 4 weeks paid time off.
• 12 weeks full-paid parental leave for primary carers and 2 weeks full-paid parental leave for secondary carers

ABOUT THE ROLE 

This role is a (Permanent) position from Hermosa Site (Patagonia, Az)

As the (Technician Geotechnical), you will be resposible for delivering QA/QC support for ongoing and planned capital projects. This role will assist with the management of geotechnical QA/QC programs and test work for Hermosa Project’s construction scopes. This role will be a field-based position with limited office work.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to: 

• Perform geotechnical QA/QC and ensure records comply with MSHA and GCMP requirements.
• Track shaft liner sampling compliance, perform strength testing for shotcrete and conduct rock-bolt pull testing.
• Assist with development QC and shaft LiDAR scanning.
• Assist with installation and maintenance of ground monitoring instrumentation.
• Maintain QAQC database and issue QC reports to key project stakeholders.
• Participate in site safety audits, training, and other Hermosa risk management processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

About You

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Minimum high school diploma (required)
• At least 2 years in underground, open pit mine operations or exploration (preferred)
• Experience with geotechnical QA/QC programs involving shotcrete and ground support testing is highly preferred.
• Team oriented with strong leadership skills and demonstrated commitment to safety and health, and environment excellence along with technical best practices (required).
• Ability to solve and communicate technical problems with practical solutions (required)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word (preferred)
• Familiarity with 3D software like Vulcan, Deswik, PointStudio, and other software packages is a plus.

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.  We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.