Geotechnical Lead
Discovery Group · Posted Nov 13, 2026
Lead the site geotechnical function and provide clear direction to geotechnical personnel.
Responsibilities
- Lead the site geotechnical function and provide clear direction to geotechnical personnel.
- Oversee ground control systems, monitoring programmes and geotechnical risk management for underground operations.
- Review mine designs, excavation plans and ground support standards to ensure they are appropriate for site conditions.
- Provide practical guidance to mining and technical services teams on ground behaviour and operational risks.
- Lead geotechnical investigations and ensure findings are translated into workable controls.
Requirements
- Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- Nice to have: Experience in gold operations
- Nice to have: Previous expatriate experience in an international mining environment