Engineer, Geotechnical - Sentinel

First Quantum

Strata control services
Slope stability monitoring
Geotechnical data collection
At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”

Job Summary

  • At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”.
  • The role is responsible and accountable for providing strata control services and support to ensure safety and optimal ore extraction within the Mining Operations Department.
  • Successful teamwork and collaboration with stakeholders and adherence to organisational and legislative safety requirements are essential aspects of the position.

Matching Summary

At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • strata control services
  • slope stability monitoring
  • geotechnical data collection
  • pit inspections and mapping
  • mining safety adherence
  • geotechnical core logging
  • use of numerical modelling software

Nice-to-have

  • emotional intelligence
  • good interpersonal ability
  • coaching ability
  • stakeholder orientation
  • self-starter
  • good judgment
  • professionalism

Key Requirements

  • At least 2 years’ experience in hard rock open pit mining
  • Grade 12 certificate with Maths and Science
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mining, Geological or Civil Engineering
  • Blasting Licence may be advantageous
  • SADC Driver’s License

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