Senior Geotechnical Consultant

Perenti is an ASX200 diversified global mining services group with businesses in surface mining, underground mining and mining support services. The Group was founded in Kalgoorlie in 1987 and is today one of the world's largest companies providing surface and underground mining at scale. Headquartered in Australia, Perenti has operations and offices in 13 countries across four continents, employs around 8,000 mining professionals and is creating enduring value and certainty for clients on some of the world's largest mining projects.

At Orelogy, we deliver practical, innovative mining and geoscience solutions that create real value for our clients across the globe. As part of the Perenti Group, we combine technical excellence with a collaborative and supportive culture, providing opportunities for our people to develop, grow and make a meaningful impact.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Consultant who is passionate about delivering high-quality technical outcomes. This role offers exposure to a diverse portfolio of underground and open pit operations, providing opportunities to lead technical projects, mentor others, and influence geotechnical best practice across the business.

About the Role

Reporting to the Senior Manager Underground, you will provide specialist geotechnical expertise to support operational performance, governance activities, technical studies and business growth initiatives. Working closely with clients and internal stakeholders, you will deliver practical solutions that enhance safety, productivity and long-term business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver technical geotechnical support across underground and open pit mining operations.

• Conduct geotechnical audits, technical reviews and site assessments.

• Review and improve Ground Control Management Plans (GCMPs), support standards and Trigger Action Response Plans (TARPs).

• Support stope and slope design, crown and sill pillar stability assessments, and overbreak investigations.

• Collaborate with site teams to implement and improve ground control practices.

• Participate in incident investigations and safety improvement workshops.

• Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities aligned with industry best practice.

• Contribute to business growth initiatives and client development activities.

• Mentor and coach team members, supporting technical capability development across the business.

• Maintain strong working relationships with clients, stakeholders and project teams.

About You:

You are a technically capable and commercially minded geotechnical professional who enjoys solving complex mining challenges while building strong client relationships.

To Be Successful You Will Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline.

• Minimum 7 years' geotechnical engineering experience within the mining industry.

• Experience across a range of mining methods.

• Exposure to both underground and open pit mining environments (highly regarded).

• Strong site-based operational experience and the ability to work across multiple operations.

• Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.

• Advanced proficiency with industry software including Rocscience Suite, FLAC and Map3D.

• A commitment to safety leadership and collaborative teamwork.

• The ambition and capability to progress toward a Principal-level technical role.

Why Join Orelogy?

• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of Australian and international mining projects.

• Clear career progression pathway toward Principal Engineer.

• Collaborative and supportive team culture.

• Exposure to leading mining operations and technical challenges.

• Professional development and mentoring opportunities.

• Perth CBD office location with travel opportunities across Australia and internationally.

Applications will close 20th June, shortlisting may take place prior to this date.

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