Senior Geotechnical Engineer

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 CANNINGTON 

Our Cannington operation is one of the world's largest producers of silver and lead.  Located in northwest Queensland, Cannington boasts an underground mine and processing facility situated approximately 800 kilometres west of Townsville and a concentrate handling facility at the Port of Townsville.

Flights are direct to the onsite airport, and the mine is only 3.5 km from camp—the perfect distance for a sunset walk or run home along a purpose-built walking track. The onsite accommodation includes meal services, sports/gym facilities, swimming pool, music room, and social area.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers
• 14% superannuation contributions 
• The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans
• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business

ABOUT THE ROLE 

This role is a Permanent full-time position on a 8:6 roster, FIFO from Brisbane, Townsville or Cairns, or DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry and McKinlay shires.

As the Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will be responsible for leading medium-term geotechnical assurance and guidance that enables safe, compliant and value-focused mine planning and execution across a three‑month to two‑year outlook.

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

• Assess two‑year mine design inventory to appropriate geotechnical detail
• Oversee detailed geotechnical design prepared by other practitioners
• Provide hazard, trade‑off and project advice to operational leadership
• Coach and supervise medium-term geotechnical team members

ABOUT YOU 

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following: 

• Applying underground rock mechanics principles to complex mine designs
• Interpreting monitoring data to anticipate changing ground conditions
• Communicating geotechnical risk in clear, actionable terms
• Exercising technical judgement under operational and regulatory pressure

Qualifications for this position are: 

• Tertiary qualifications in Mining, Civil, Geology or related discipline
• Mining Supervisor (G1, G8, G9) qualification, or the ability to obtain prior to commencement
• Current Drivers Licence

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.

This job advert will close on Tuesday 5th May 2026.