Geotechnical Engineer - Operations

<p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Workplace Type: </strong><strong><strong>Onsite</strong> </strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:12.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Closing Date: </strong></span></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Boddington is a flagship Newmont gold and copper operation in Western Australia, located about 130 kilometres south-east of Perth and 16 kilometres from the rural town of Boddington. As one of Australia's largest gold producers, Boddington is recognised for its leadership in innovation and technology, including becoming the world's first gold mine to implement an Autonomous Haulage System.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">As a drive-in, drive-out operation, our people enjoy the benefits of regional living while working with industry-leading technology and a team committed to safety, operational excellence and continuous improvement. We take pride in the partnerships we have built with local communities and Traditional Owners, creating shared value through responsible mining and long-term investment in the region.</span></p> <div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H5 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>Your Contribution</H5> </div><div><p><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">As a Geotechnical Engineer - Operations, you will play a critical role in supporting safe and efficient open-pit mining by providing timely geotechnical guidance to technical services, Production Engineering and Mining Operations. You will monitor ground conditions, assess geotechnical risks and recommend practical solutions that maintain pit stability and operational continuity. Working closely with cross-disciplinary teams, you will contribute to design reviews, hazard management, and continuous operational improvement while adapting plans to changing field conditions. This is a hands on, collaborative role suited to someone who brings strong technical capability, sound judgment and a proactive approach to supporting daily mining activities.</span></p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H5 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>As Part of Our Team, You Will</H5> </div><div><ul><li><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Providing operational guidance on pit development and implementing practical controls to manage geotechnical hazards.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Conducting daily inspections, interpreting monitoring date (radar, prisms, VWPs), and recommending remedial actions to maintain safe mining conditions.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Liaising with work groups to communicate hazards, schedule mitigating activities, and adapt plans and field work as conditions change.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Contributing to design reviews, operational improvements, and QA/QC reconciliation to enhance pit wall performance and geotechnical outcomes.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Upholding departmental standards by delivery quality outputs, engaging proactively, seeking feedback and stopping unsafe work.</span></li></ul></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H5 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>Prerequisites for Success in This Role</H5> </div><div><ul><li><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Tertiary qualifications in Geotechnical Engineering (Mining), or Mining Engineering/Geology with geomechanics, plus operational geotechnical experience in hard-rock open pits.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Proficiency in geotechnical instrumentation, monitoring, data analysis, slope stability, and risk -mitigation practices, including the use of radar, prisms, VWP data and QA/QC reconciliation.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience with geotechnical modelling and analysis software (e.g., GEM4D, MineSight, Vulcan, Deswik, Rocscience suite, Trajec3D) and strong analytical and problem-solving capability.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Highly organized, self-motivated and detail-focused, with the ability to work independently or collaboratively while applying sound judgement and following procedural requirements.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Strong communication, teamwork and collaboration skills, with self-awareness, the ability to build - productive relationships, adapt behaviour, and give and receive feedback effectively.</span></li></ul></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H5 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'>Your Work Environment</H5> </div><div><p><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Working on a family-friendly 8/6 roster with the opportunity to live locally or utilise DIDO accommodation, this role supports a balanced lifestyle while contributing to safe and efficient mining operations.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">You will join a global organisation recognised for its strong culture, safety focus and commitment to shaping the future of the mining industry.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Full and unrestricted eligibility for employment in Australia will be essential.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">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!</span></p><p><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">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.</span></p><p><br /><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">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.</span></p><p><br /><span style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">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</span></p></div></div></div> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">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.</span></p><div><p><span style="color:black;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">At Newmont, our people are our strength and we’re committed to a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace. If you’re passionate about doing work that matters, join Newmont and help shape the future of mining.​​</span></p></div><div><p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Learn more about our purpose and values:</span> <a href="https://www.newmont.com/company/about-us/default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">About Newmont</a>​</span><br><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Hear from our people:</span> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@NewmontCorporation" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Life at Newmont</a>​​</span></p></div><div><p><span style="color:black;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Important: Newmont does not ask candidates to pay money or share sensitive personal data outside our secure application process. If this happens, please report it to our Business Integrity team: [email protected].</span></p></div>