Tailings / Geotechnical Engineers - Expressions of Interest

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

That’s why we pledge to support and empower all our people to make a positive impact when working hand in hand with our business to drive change. We'll help you accelerate your career and empower you with the right technology and training as you bring ideas and projects to life. 

Together with your colleagues, clients and partners, you'll make an impact that is felt by all. See where your commitment could take you. 

Who are we looking for?

GHD is now inviting expressions of interest from experienced Tailings/Geotechnical Engineers across Australia to become part of our globally recognised design team. In this role, you'll not only work on tailings management projects but also be responsible for the ethical and sustainable design, construction, and upkeep of tailings storage facilities, as well as supporting mine waste management projects. Additionally, our team specialises in closure designs for tailings dams, waste rock dumps, and other mine site features.

Our team has developed a Centre of Excellence for Tailings services, which is a key hub in our global network and includes strong collaboration links with our colleagues in Chile, the US, Canada and the Philippines. When you join our team, you’ll support clients in every state of Australia, as well as several international projects. We maintain a strong ongoing workload and ambitious plans for continued growth across a wide range of exciting and diverse projects.

At GHD, we have 46 offices across Australia, offering flexibility in work patterns and locations to suit you. Whether you prefer to work in a bustling city or a quieter regional area, we can accommodate your preferences. Our extensive network of offices ensures that you can find a location that fits your lifestyle and career goals.

Your position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Contributing to tailings management projects, including design, construction, operation, and closure of mining & tailings storage facilities.
• Providing expert guidance on tailings engineering, geotechnical analysis, and related disciplines.
• Ensuring that projects comply with relevant environmental regulations and safety standards.
• Conducting risk assessments and safety evaluations, identifying potential hazards and recommending mitigation strategies.
• Collaborating with clients to understand their unique needs, provide tailored solutions, and build strong relationships.
• Managing projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Providing mentorship and technical leadership to junior engineers.

What would you bring to the team?

• A relevant engineering qualification with recent experience as a Civil Engineer in the tailings industry
• Experience across a range of engineering projects across the civil infrastructure and mining/resources sectors
• Familiarity with GISTM and ANCOLD Guidelines to ensure compliance and best practices in tailings dam design, construction, and management
• Exposure to managing the financial and technical aspects of project delivery
• Well-developed technical report writing skills and the ability to present concepts to a diverse range of clients. 

Interested? Apply now and send us your CV along with a cover letter summarising your skills and experience in Tailings engineering.

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

GHD embraces hybrid work arrangements to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where our people can thrive. This supports the diverse needs of our workforce while balancing the benefits of remote working with the value of face-to-face collaboration in the office.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

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