Workplace Type: Onsite
At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.
Newmont Tanami is on Aboriginal freehold land 540km northwest of Alice Springs. It is a long-life, low-cost, world-class asset in a core Newmont region. The Tanami Expansion 2 project, aims to extend the mine life beyond 2040, investing in a hoisting shaft which will increase the production of the underground mine from 2.6 Mtpa to 3.2 Mtpa. Both the successful exploration within the underground operation and implementation of the first Tanami Expansion has laid the foundation to further develop the operation to remain a major contributor to the Newmont portfolio. A fully equipped camp is located 40km from the site offering leisure facilities for those flying in from Perth, Brisbane, Alice Springs or Darwin.
Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.
Your impact
Reporting to the relevant Technical or Projects leadership, the Projects Geotechnical Engineer will provide geotechnical expertise to support project design, execution, and ongoing ground control management across site.
This role plays a key part in ensuring that all geotechnical risks are identified, assessed, and managed in line with Newmont standards and operational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Geotechnical Engineering & Design
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Provide geotechnical input into project design, planning, and execution
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Conduct geotechnical assessments including ground stability, excavation design, and support requirements
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Develop and review ground support designs and specifications
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Ensure all designs align with site geotechnical standards and regulatory requirements
Monitoring & Risk Management
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Monitor ground conditions and geotechnical performance across project areas
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Identify geotechnical hazards and implement appropriate mitigation controls
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Analyse geotechnical data and provide recommendations to improve safety and performance
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Maintain geotechnical risk registers and ensure controls are effective
Project Support & Delivery
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Work closely with projects, operations, and technical teams to support delivery outcomes
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Provide on-site technical guidance during development and construction activities
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Ensure geotechnical considerations are integrated into planning and execution phases
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Participate in project reviews and continuous improvement initiatives
Safety & Compliance
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Promote a strong safety culture aligned with Newmont’s values
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Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and statutory requirements
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Participate in safety systems including hazard identification, JHAs, and inspections
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Support incident investigations and corrective actions where required
About You
You are a collaborative and technically capable professional with a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
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Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, or related discipline
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Demonstrated experience in geotechnical engineering within mining operations (underground experience highly regarded)
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Strong understanding of ground control practices and geotechnical risk management
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Experience supporting project delivery within a mining environment
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Ability to interpret geotechnical data and provide practical recommendations
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Effective stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Your work environment
Working 8/6, FIFO roster and reside in our fully equipped accommodation village.
On offer is an industry competitive remuneration package including annual performance incentives, FIFO allowance, Health & Wellbeing Allowance and other employee benefits and development opportunities offered by a global organisation.
Join us and make a difference in creating a safer work environment for everyone. Apply now and be part of our dedicated team committed to health and safety excellence!
Approved departure locations for the point of hire are Darwin, Alice Springs, Perth, and Brisbane.
We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!
Our business success comes from the accomplishments and well-being of our employees and contractors. Our goal is to build a workplace culture that allows every person to thrive, participate, grow, and proudly play an active role in achieving our strategy.
Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, placing and promoting the best individual for each position without regard to personal characteristics such as gender, race, nationality, ethnicity, social and indigenous origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, etc.
We invite women and applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply, particularly First Nations persons of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island descent. Newmont acknowledges First Nations People and respects their enduring connection to Country from which their culture, spirituality, and identity flow.
More About Newmont
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Website: http://www.newmont.com
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Lifecycle of a Mine: https://www.newmont.com/lifecycle-of-a-mine/
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Blog: https://www.newmont.com/blog-stories/
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Annual sustainability report: https://www.newmont.com/sustainability/sustainability-reporting/
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