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Responsible Tailings Facility Engineer

SeniorFull-timeRemoteMilton NSW 2538, AustraliaEngineeringPosted 3 weeks agoVerified 3 weeks ago
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About the job

This job is about joining the team at Hidden Valley Mine as a Tailings Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and performance of tailings storage facilities. Your expertise will directly impact the safety and efficiency of operations, making a significant difference in the mining industry. The team values collaboration and independence, working together to uphold the highest standards of safety and performance.

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You'll be responsible for

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Providing lifecycle stewardship

Providing lifecycle stewardship across concept, design, construction, operation, closure, and post-closure, in alignment with the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM) and ANCOLD Tailings Guidelines and applicable PNG legislation and permits.
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Setting operating limits

Be the delegated authority to set operating limits, require changes to deposition or construction methods, and suspend operations where facility integrity or public / worker safety may be compromised.
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Working closely with EoR

Work closely with, but is independent from, the Engineer of Record (EoR), ensuring appropriate checks and balances between owner oversight and design sign-off.

Key criteria

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Bachelor's degree in engineering

Bachelor's qualification in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering required.

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Chartered Professional Engineer status

Chartered status (e.g., RPEQ, CPEng) is essential.

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10+ years in tailings engineering

Minimum 10 years in tailings or dam engineering experience.

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5 criteria for this job
Bachelor's degree in engineering
Bachelor's qualification in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering required.

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Chartered Professional Engineer status
Chartered status (e.g., RPEQ, CPEng) is essential.

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10+ years in tailings engineering
Minimum 10 years in tailings or dam engineering experience.

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Knowledge of GISTM and ANCOLD guidelines
Demonstrated knowledge of tailings management standards.

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Experience leading multidisciplinary teams
Proven capability managing teams and contractors effectively.

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