Senior Civil / Geotechnical Engineer

at  Klohn Crippen Berger

At KCB, we pride ourselves on our global reputation for technical excellence and our innovative approach to solving complex problems. Our diverse and inclusive teams bring creative perspectives, and our size allows us to tackle exciting projects in a positive work environment. Our tagline, Down to Earth / Up to the Challenge, says a lot about who we are.
Our projects include tailings and waste storage facilities, water management structures, water dams, and mine infrastructure projects. We are engaged in the entire project cycle from green field studies, feasibility, site investigation, design, construction, commissioning, operations and maintenance, and closure. This allows our professionals to challenge themselves while gaining valuable engineering and project management experience on fascinating projects.
We are looking for a Senior Tailings Engineer to join our Brisbane-based engineering team to work on mining and resource projects located in Australia and overseas. Your experience will be applied to the planning, investigation, assessment, design and construction of tailings and water dams and waste storage for our existing mining and non-resource clients. Career development can be managed to support personal preferences such as niche, technical design specialists, or project participation in both technical dam engineering scopes and project management, or all-round dam engineering specialists, such as the responsible persons or Engineers of Record.
If you are registered, or eligible to register as a Professional Engineer, have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in the mining or related industries, we want to hear from you!

This senior role will give you the opportunity to:

• work with our global team which includes many world-recognised tailings engineers
• fill a technical role focused on tailings management design with conventional or alternative technologies, dam design, mining geo-structures and operations support
• deliver projects successfully and be accountable for project planning, control, and direction
• prepare and review technical reports, drawings, specifications, risk assessments, bill of quantities, and cost estimates
• sustain client relationships and develop new business
• join a dynamic company of motivated and hardworking professionals committed to delivering high quality engineering, geoscience, and environmental services
• travel to project sites across Australia and worldwide

We value your:

• Strong initiative, innovation, and commitment to technical excellence as well as your enthusiasm and drive toward long-term success.
• Enthusiasm to learn and increase your technical skills and professional experience.
• Ability to work autonomously or within a project team with like-minded professionals in offices around Australia and overseas.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills including your experience in writing proposals, technical reports, and general project correspondence.
• Exceptional team spirit, interpersonal skills and your ability to build long-term, successful relationships with our clients and our project teams.
• Ability to develop and grow relationships with a variety of clients.

What we offer in addition to an exciting role:

• Additional Superannuation: 2.5% extra to secure your future.
• Income Protection Insurance: Peace of mind for you and your family.
• Parental and Volunteer Leave: Support for your personal and community commitments.
• Novated Leasing: Flexible vehicle leasing options.
• Hybrid Working Policy: Balance work and life with our flexible approach.
• Social and Mental Well-being Initiatives: Programs to support your overall well-being.
• Training and Development Opportunities: Continuous growth and learning.
• Additional incentives may be available dependent on the performance of the company, business unit and individual.

This role offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development.

This senior role will give you the opportunity to:

• work with our global team which includes many world-recognised tailings engineers
• fill a technical role focused on tailings management design with conventional or alternative technologies, dam design, mining geo-structures and operations support
• deliver projects successfully and be accountable for project planning, control, and direction
• prepare and review technical reports, drawings, specifications, risk assessments, bill of quantities, and cost estimates
• sustain client relationships and develop new business
• join a dynamic company of motivated and hardworking professionals committed to delivering high quality engineering, geoscience, and environmental services
• travel to project sites across Australia and worldwid

What we offer in addition to an exciting role:

• Additional Superannuation: 2.5% extra to secure your future.
• Income Protection Insurance: Peace of mind for you and your family.
• Parental and Volunteer Leave: Support for your personal and community commitments.
• Novated Leasing: Flexible vehicle leasing options.
• Hybrid Working Policy: Balance work and life with our flexible approach.
• Social and Mental Well-being Initiatives: Programs to support your overall well-being.
• Training and Development Opportunities: Continuous growth and learning.
• Additional incentives may be available dependent on the performance of the company, business unit and individual