Principal Geotechnical Engineer | Mt Arthur Coal | Muswellbrook

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About Mt Arthur Coal

Mount Arthur Coal is an open-cut coal mine 100 per cent owned by BHP. Located in the Hunter Valley, New South Wales it's the largest producer of energy coal in the region, operating alongside olive growers, wine makers, horse breeders and the nearby residential community of Muswellbrook.

Our greatest asset is and has always been our people and communities, which is why we are committed to working together on our Pathway to 2030 - a program to responsibly close Mt Arthur Coal. We are about doing the right thing and working with everyone to co-create a shared vision for the future of the region.

About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join our Technical Services Team, which has an exceptional culture where success is celebrated, and work/life balance is valued.

Reporting to the Resource Superintendent, you will play an integral role in our mine planning processes, provide operational support to a large, complex, open-cut truck and shovel operation and support closure planning activities.

The role on offer is Monday- Friday residential position 

You will be responsible for the following:

•    Accountable for geotechnical processes, procedures and outcomes as defined in Principal Hazard Management Plans, site planning and operational systems.
•    Provide geotechnical advice in relation to mine plans, slope stability, hazard management and provide geotechnical support to operations, short to medium term planning and closure planning teams
•    Maintain and improve the site's Fall of Ground Management System.
•    Conduct investigations into geotechnical concerns to identify areas of risk and, where required, develop management plans with recommendations to mitigate risk.
•    Develop recommendations for the management of hazards within the operational areas in accordance with site procedures and geotechnical process, ensuring effective engagement with key stakeholders.
•    Maintain records and report information relevant to geotechnical hazards.
•    Communicate with personnel, contractors & key stakeholders to share safety information and risk management activities pertaining to geotechnical hazard management.
•    Comply with regulations, policies, standards and procedures.
•    Provide geotechnical input and direction to exploration planning as required.
•    Maintaining the geotechnical monitoring system and reporting.

About You

The ideal candidate will have experience in open cut coal including truck and shovel, and drill and blast with exposure to hydrogeology and soil mechanics issues. You will have the ability to work autonomously and pride yourself on analytical, written and verbal communication skills to work effectively within an integrated engineering and operations team.

It is essential that you possess a strong understanding of technical risk and can demonstrate safe behaviour within an operational environment. Due to the nature of this role your people and communication skills are of the upmost importance as well as your relationship skills when liaising, negotiating and influencing a range of internal and external stakeholders.

Working knowledge of Vulcan would be beneficial, complemented by confidence in geotechnical software packages such as the standard RocScience suite and geotechnical monitoring equipment (IBIS radars, GNSS, piezometers).

You must possess the relevant tertiary qualifications. Acquired RPEQ / CP status will be highly regarded.

On Offer to You

This is a unique opportunity to have a rewarding career in a sought-after lifestyle location. Mt Arthur is a large, open-cut operation, providing you with an opportunity to develop innovative solutions to technical problems. 

Based in the scenic Hunter Valley, you will be minutes away from world-class restaurants and vineyards and a short distance away from the iconic beaches of Newcastle and Central Coast. 

You will benefit from a rewarding career path and an excellent remuneration package inclusive of competitive salary, performance bonus, employee share options and a relocation package to take up a residential role in the Hunter Valley.  

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

At BHP, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and we encourage applications from women and Indigenous people.

We know there are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are important, and work is only one of these, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, other extended leave entitlements and parent rooms.