South Africa: Junior Rock Engineer

Key Responsibilities As a Junior Rock Engineer, you will: Assist the Senior Rock Engineer with geotechnical investigations , slope stability analyses , and ground control monitoring . Conduct strata control inspections , risk assessments , and incident investigations related to ground conditions. Support the design, implementation, and monitoring of rock engineering controls in line with legal and company standards. Prepare and maintain Codes of Practice (COPs) , procedures, and technical reports. Contribute to blasting assessments , excavation design , and continuous improvement initiatives for ground stability. Ensure compliance with Safety, Health, Environment, Risk, and Quality (SHERQ) systems. Minimum Requirements BSc / BTech / National Diploma in Rock Engineering , Mining Engineering , or Geology . Strata Control Certificate Rock Mechanics Certificate 25 years experience in strata control or rock engineering, preferably within an open-pit mining environment . Sound knowledge of slope monitoring , geotechnical data analysis , and numerical modeling tools (e.g., Rocscience, Surpac, AutoCAD). Understanding of blasting techniques and their impact on rock stability. Skills & Attributes Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and technical report-writing abilities. Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate across disciplines (geology, survey, safety). High attention to detail and a commitment to safety-first practices . Willingness to work in a remote site-based environment . Advantageous Familiarity with Northern Cape geology and manganese ore bodies . Previous experience in manganese or base metal mining operations . Working knowledge of local mining regulations and COPs . .