• Conduct daily geotechnical inspections of open pit and waste dump areas 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 a 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 operational and data communications storage systems are functional. Ensure any alarms are reviewed and attended to.
• Collaborate with the Geology team to conduct geological and geotechnical mapping and record information of any significant geological structures observed in the Geotechnical Database
• Inspect and report any TARP level events exceeding Level 1b conditions in the daily dashboard Review Trigger levels, TARP conditions, and responses where necessary; communicate any changes in TARP Level of active events with Project Manager
• Review and interpret exploration data to provide an assessment of the geological conditions and threats to mining operations. Conduct numerical modelling for slope stability and kinematic stability assessments
• Liaise with the exploration geological consultants regarding any additional drilling or investigations that may be warranted for the compilation of the Mine Hazard Plans
• Internally audit geotechnical activities to assess whether the geotechnical standards and procedures established are effective and complied with by all personnel
• Communicate all matters concerning the potential risk of a significant uncontrolled ground movement to the Project Manager
• Maintain the secondary monitoring system by installing and adjusting prisms and servicing the total station jiggers to ensure effective wall movement monitoring capability
• Recommend and schedule primary and refresher training for all personnel to improve their awareness and understanding of geotechnical procedures, monitoring techniques, and geotechnical warning signs

• 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 Canada without sponsorship from Thiess is required
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites
• Willingness to work in various weather conditions for fieldwork
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with industry trends
• 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)
• Professional certification/registration in good standing as a Professional Engineer, or an Engineer in Training (EIT), from the Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)

• Domestic relocation assistance
• A work culture that follows our company values of integrity, accountability, and innovation, all underpinned by safety
• Flexible working arrangements
• 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 domestic opportunities within Canada, and potentially international leave for all of life’s reasons

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