Geotechnical Engineer

About the Company

CITIC Pacific Mining (CPM) is the company behind Sino Iron, already Australia’s largest magnetite operation, located on Western Australia’s Pilbara coast. We are spearheading a new iron ore value-adding industry for the nation, transforming magnetite ore into a high-grade, premium export product.

Sino Iron is a fully integrated operation – featuring a mine serviced by the biggest haul trucks in the world, a six-line concentrator and port terminal facilities at nearby Cape Preston. Our state-of-the-art power station and desalination plant are among the largest in the State.

Our operations provide career opportunities on a global scale. Being an employee at CITIC Pacific Mining (CPM) will enable you to take advantage of the multiple divisions of the group. CITIC Group, a majority shareholder of CPM, has more than 170,000 employees worldwide and is always looking for talented and exceptional people.

Within CPM, everyone can develop their skills and knowledge, progress in the business and be recognised and rewarded for their contribution. We encourage our people to take the opportunities that are provided to reach their full potential - so they can achieve the best results for themselves, each other, and for CPM.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join our Tailings Storage Facility (TSF) Geotechnical team on a permanent 8/6 roster, FIFO from Perth to Cape Preston.

This role provides an exciting opportunity to play a key part in the ongoing management, optimisation, and continuous improvement of CPM’s tailings operations.

Reporting to the relevant leadership team, you will provide specialist geotechnical expertise and technical support across our operations, ensuring our Tailings Management System is effectively implemented, maintained, and continuously improved in line with industry best practice, regulatory requirements, and Australian mining standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and report on the condition of our TSFs using data from inspections, seismic and deformation monitoring (e.g., InSAR, radar, survey prisms, drone surveys, piezometers, deposition rates)
• Ensure accurate, timely collection and validation of geotechnical data to meet required standards
• Investigate and report geotechnical incidents or TARP trigger events with urgency and accuracy
• Conduct inspections to ensure the Tailings Management Plan, OMS manual, and related procedures are effectively implemented and maintained
• Provide training and technical support to Operational Technicians, Geotechnical Monitoring Technicians, and Emergency Response teams
• Work with the site teams and design engineer to develop and execute short- and long-term construction and maintenance plans and schedules
• Work with the consultant to continuously improve and implement the quality assurance and control, construction monitoring, and dam surveillance programs
• Coordinate activities with Consultants, Processing, Environmental, H&S, contractors and Government Regulators as required
• Provide updates to operating, maintenance, and surveillance manuals, along with emergency preparedness and response plans, and other management system documents

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology or Civil Engineering
• Previous geotechnical experience in tailings storage facilities including design, construction, operation, monitoring and maintenance
• Demonstrated experience with defining project scope, working across a range of disciplines and navigating organisational complexity
• Proficiency with tools such as Vulcan, and familiarity with geotechnical/Civil software including Autocad, Civil 3D, Muk3D, or similar

What We Offer

As an employee, you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, career, and wellbeing:

• Competitive renumeration package with super paid on all hours
• Permanent role offering long-term career stability
• Salary continuance & life insurance paid for by the company
• Salary packaging options for novated leasing, interstate flights and airport parking
• Alliance Airliners Lounge membership
• Corporate partnerships and discounts for health, well-being, travel & vehicles
• On-site village facilities include three gyms, swimming pool, sports courts + more

To Apply

• Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately.
• We reserve the right to close the position earlier than stated.
• Candidates represented by agencies will not be considered for this position.
• Internal applicants please note it is a requirement that you advise your immediate line manager of the application.

As an employee, you will be part of a culturally and gender diverse organisation, committed to providing equal opportunities for all staff.

About Us

CITIC Pacific Mining (CPM) is the company behind Sino Iron, already Australia’s largest magnetite operation, located on Western Australia’s Pilbara coast. We are spearheading a new iron ore value-adding industry for the nation, transforming magnetite ore into a high-grade, premium export product.

Sino Iron is a fully integrated operation – featuring a mine serviced by the biggest haul trucks in the world, a six-line concentrator and port terminal facilities at nearby Cape Preston. Our state-of-the-art power station and desalination plant are among the largest in the State.

Our operations provide career opportunities on a global scale. Being an employee at CITIC Pacific Mining (CPM) will enable you to take advantage of the multiple divisions of the group. CITIC Group, a majority shareholder of CPM, has more than 170,000 employees worldwide and is always looking for talented and exceptional people.

Within CPM, everyone can develop their skills and knowledge, progress in the business and be recognised and rewarded for their contribution. We encourage our people to take the opportunities that are provided to reach their full potential - so they can achieve the best results for themselves, each other, and for CPM.