:\r\nJob market analysis\r\nGeneral Role Purpose (brief description of this job):\r\n\r\nThe Chief Rock Engineer is responsible for leading all aspects of ground control and rock engineering practices at the mine. This includes developing, implementing, and monitoring geotechnical strategies to ensure operational safety, compliance with regulations, and optimal mine design and extraction. The role provides critical input into mine planning, risk management, and the long-term geotechnical stability of Trident mining operations.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\nQualifications (required for this job):\r\n\r\n \tBSc / BEng / BTech in Mining Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering (or related field)\r\n \tMSc/MEng in Geotechnical Engineering, Rock Engineering, Geological Engineering advantageous\r\n \tChamber of Mines Rock Engineering Certificate (mandatory)\r\n \tRegistered with a recognized professional body (e.g., ECSA for South Africa)\r\n \tBlasting License is advantageous\r\n \tMinimum 8\u201310 years\u2019 experience in rock engineering, with at least 3 years in a senior or lead role\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nCore Specific Responsibilities \u2013 related to this Job:\r\n\r\n1. Strategic Leadership:\r\n\r\n \tLead the Rock Engineering Department and mentor a team of rock engineers and technicians.\r\n \tDevelop and implement long-term ground control strategies aligned with the mine\u2019s production and safety goals.\r\n \tMaintaining effective stakeholder relationships (Mining Operations, Consultants and Contractors).\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n2. Geotechnical Risk Management:\r\n\r\n \tIdentify, assess, and manage geotechnical hazards and design appropriate control measures.\r\n \tOversee implementation and monitoring of ground support systems.\r\n \tConduct regular risk assessments and audits of geotechnical practices.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n3. Technical Oversight:\r\n\r\n \tProvide expert advice on stope layouts, excavation stability, and seismicity.\r\n \tEnsure all geotechnical designs are robust, safe, and compliant with legal standards.\r\n \tInterpret and validate geotechnical data to inform mine planning and scheduling.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n4. Monitoring and Reporting:\r\n\r\n \tOversee the installation and analysis of geotechnical instrumentation (e.g., stress meters, extensometers, microseismic monitoring).\r\n \tPrepare technical reports, stability analyses, and ground control plans.\r\n \tPresent findings and recommendations to mine leadership and stakeholders.\r\n \tProviding input into the development of safety standards, processes, policies and procedures\r\n \tManage geotechnical data collection and reduction processes.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n5. Regulatory Compliance & Standards:\r\n\r\n \tEnsure compliance with local mining and occupational health & safety legislation (e.g., MHSA in South Africa).\r\n \tInterface with regulatory bodies and participate in inspections or audits.\r\n \tEnsuring adherence to international best practice and legislative requirements\u200b\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n6. Innovation and Continuous Improvement:\r\n\r\n \tImplement new technologies and practices to enhance geotechnical performance.\r\n \tPromote a culture of safety, learning, and continuous improvement in ground control practices.\r\n\r\n \r\nExpected Deliverables\u00a0 from this job\r\n\r\n \tStrong technical and analytical capabilities in rock mechanics and geotechnical modelling\r\n \tEnsure adherence to organisational best practice and legislative requirements\r\n \tMaintain effective stakeholder relationships\r\n \tProficiency with geotechnical software (e.g., Rocscience Suite, FLAC, Phase2, RS3)\r\n \tExcellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills\r\n \tStrong report writing and presentation abilities\r\n \tAbility to work under pressure and manage geotechnical crises\r\n \tCommitment to safety and ethical engineering practice\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\nBehavioural Traits\r\n\r\n \tEmotional intelligence\r\n \tGood interpersonal ability\r\n \tGood communication (verbal and written)\r\n \tLeadership ability\r\n \tCoaching ability\r\n \tThe ability to supervise, optimise and allocate resources\r\n \tStakeholder orientation\r\n \tAble to engage with stakeholders at all levels\r\n \tSelf-starter\r\n \tProcedural\r\n \tPragmatic\r\n \tGood judgment\r\n \tProfessionalism\r\n \tEnthusiastic\r\n \tAssertive and confident\r\n \tMotivated and passionate\r\n \tReliable and disciplined\r\n \tGoal-oriented\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nKnowledge and Experience required to perform in this job\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0Geotechncial Engineer\u00a0will require knowledge, skills and experience in the following areas:\r\n\r\n \tAt least 5 years of geotechnical engineering experience in an open pit mining environment\r\n \tAdvanced computer skills (Microsoft Office & Pronto)\r\n \tApplication of Automated systems and Technologies (Numerical Modelling Packages, RADAR software, Sirovision)\r\n \tPractical knowledge within the mining industry\r\n \tData gathering and capturi...