SRK Consulting

Geological exploration consultancy for minerals

Intermediate Geotechnical/Rock Mechanics Engineer

Geotechnical EngineeringUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeVancouver, BC, CanadaCA$85k - CA$110k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in geological, mining, or geotechnical engineering.
Three to eight years of relevant experience.
Practical experience in geotechnical logging, mapping, and rock mass characterization.
Proficiency in geological modelling software.
A fundamental understanding of basic operating skills in 2D/3D geotechnical numerical modelling packages.
The ability to work independently and remotely within a small team under the leadership of a Senior/Principal Consultant.
Professional registration or eligibility to obtain it.

Responsibilities

Consult on projects for mostly international clients, requiring travel.
Perform geotechnical characterization and apply rock mechanics principles to surface and underground mine design issues.
Complete full project scopes from conceptual studies to advanced design and operations.
Liaise closely with mining engineers and other technical specialists.
Work in multidisciplinary teams on projects nationally and overseas.

Desired Qualifications

Open pit or underground operating mine experience is beneficial.
Hydrogeology experience is an asset.

SRK Consulting is an independent, international consulting practice, providing globally integrated consulting services to the international mining and metals sector.

The successful candidate will consult on projects for mostly international clients, requiring travel. Assignments will include geotechnical characterization and applying rock mechanics principles to both surface and underground mine design issues. This work will involve full project scopes from conceptual studies to advanced design and operations liaising closely with mining engineers and other technical specialists.

A degree in geological, mining or geotechnical engineering.
3 to 8 years of relevant experience; open pit/underground operating mine experience is considered beneficial.
Practical experience in geotechnical logging, mapping and rock mass characterization.
Proficiency in geological modelling software.
Fundamental understanding of basic operating skills in 2D/3D geotechnical numerical modelling packages.
Hydrogeology experience is considered an asset.
The ability to work independently and remotely within a small team under the leadership of a Senior/Principal Consultant.
Professional registration or the eligibility to obtain it.

This position involves working in multi-disciplinary teams on a range of projects both nationally and overseas; international travel may form a significant part of the role.

About the Company

SRK Consulting

Geological exploration consultancy for minerals

SRK Consulting provides specialist exploration services for metal and industrial mineral deposits, guiding projects from the earliest stage through resource drilling. It offers a complete service tailored to geological and geographic conditions and the client's strategic needs, working independently or with a client’s team to deliver consultancy, management, and contracting to international standards. It also advises on budgeting, risks, health and safety, logistics, security, and medical support specific to exploration. The goal is to be the partner of choice by adding value to projects while keeping the process cost-efficient and successful for new and existing clients.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $450K
Headquarters: Cardiff, United Kingdom
Founded: 2003

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