Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Vault Minerals Limited is a leading intermediate gold producer listed on the ASX, with a diversified portfolio of operating assets across Western Australia and Canada. Formerly known as Red 5 Limited, the company rebranded to Vault Minerals in September 2024 to reflect its scale, strength, and growth ambitions.

KOTH Site Overview:

King of the Hills (KOTH) is the flagship operation of Vault Minerals Limited and one of the largest gold mines in Australia. Undergoing significant expansion, KOTH is nearing completion of a 7.5 million tonne per annum (Mtpa) processing plant (previously 5.2Mtpa), providing a solid platform for long-term production growth. This dynamic operation combines open-pit and underground mining, with exciting exploration activities driving the future. KOTH is located approximately 900 km northeast of Perth and 25 km north of Leonora, within the Goldfields Region of Western Australia.

What we offer:

• This position will be offered on an 8;6 FIFO roster from Perth
• An hour flight time from Perth to Leonora and Virgin Velocity Frequent flyer points
• Competitive Salary on a fortnightly pay cycle
• Referral program allowing you to earn up to $6,000 for referring new employees
• Career development opportunities and great company culture

The purpose of the Graduate Geotechnical Engineer position is to be involved in the initial stages of geotechnical projects, focusing on data collection, analysis, and reporting under the supervision of the Senior Geotechnical Engineer. Furthermore, monitoring of ground behaviour in conjunction with quality assurance and quality control duties will help optimise production while focusing on safety.

Key responsibilities of this role will include:

• Work under the guidance and instruction of the Senior Geotechnical Engineer.
• Further develop an understanding of procedures in respect to ground stability/ground monitoring/control, and mine infrastructure (underground and open pit)
• Undertake a variety of underground and open pit geotechnical field work tasks in line with the role requirements, experience level, and business needs, e.g., core logging, sample collection and preparation, Q/Q’-mapping, wall mapping (Open Pit)
• Conduct geotechnical data collection and analysis for ground support and stope design criteria
• Follow up on Rock Noise reports and communicate promptly
• Conduct Monthly Ground Support Audits, providing methods for addressing key concerns (Issue additional support plans and defect notices);
• Assist the Senior Geotechnical Engineer in training underground crews on the importance of ground support and ‘reading the ground’.
• Provide Geotechnical data and information for EOM Reports (underground and open pit)
• Ensure that all geotechnical equipment (underground and open pit) is maintained and functional

About You:

• Formal qualifications in Geotechnical Engineering or a related field, such as Civil Engineering.
• Graduate Geotechnical Engineer with 1 years of experience in both underground and open-pit projects.
• Ability to learn appropriate mining software packages and tools, e.g., Deswik, RS3, Slide2, Leapfrog, aQcuire, Dips and Unwedge
•  WA Driver’s License (manual C Class)

Additional Benefits:  

Paywise offers the following employee benefits to Vault Minerals employees;

o Novated Lease Vehicles

o Salary Sacrifice - Trade tools, FIFO Travel, Self Education

Our Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, we require a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screen and a National Police Clearance.

If you would like to join us on our growth journey, please apply now.

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