Job Description

PURPOSE
An exciting opportunity exists to provide independent technical support primarily to the Fraser Alexander Tailings (FAT) operations, with the primary focus on monitoring and managing technical risk across multiple tailings storage facilities (TSFs).
RESPONSIBILITIES
Operational and Technical Risk Management, and Optimisation

• Act as the primary technical point of contact for assigned TSFs, operating independently while reporting to a Senior Engineer for the region.
• Monitor and report on technical risks in line with FAT technical standards and procedures.
• Ensure quality assurance of technical data submissions and reporting.
• Facilitate technical risk management on all managed facilities (Develop, agree, and facilitate risk mitigation and management measures).
• Ensure compliance with the facility management standards and protocols.
• Ensure continuous improvement initiatives to optimise the technical risk function.
• Where required, undertake technical assessments of tailings operations including stability assessments, life assessments water balances, etc.
• Collaborate with the Responsible Tailings Facility Engineer (RTFE) and Engineer of Record (EoR).

Project Development, Operational and Commercial Support

• Support the scoping of new projects, including site characterisation, feasibility studies, and early-stage design inputs.
• Support operational and technical assignments, including special projects in response to emerging needs.
• Interface with FAT operations to ensure technical risks are understood and integrated into operational planning and execution.
• Provide input into project costing, estimates, and contractual deliverables.

Mentorship and Support

• Provide mentoring, guidance and support to FAT operations.
• Assist the Senior Technical Engineer in supervising, coaching and mentoring graduate and junior engineers within Technical Services.
• Provide on-the-job coaching to less experienced engineers and support their development in field-based engineering practices.

SHEQ Management

• Operate within the Fraser Alexander and client SHEQ standards and procedures.
• Identify and recommend improvements or corrective actions where risks to Safety, Health, Environment, or Quality are identified.

QUALIFICATIONS
Essential

• BTech or BSc in Engineering (Civil / Geotechnical / Technical)
• MRD 101 or equivalent Tailings Management Course
• Candidate Engineer with ECSA (if not professionally registered)

Preferred

• ECSA Professional Registration (Pr.Eng or Pr.Tech.Eng)
• Risk management qualification (e.g. PMI-RMP)

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum four to eight years relevant experience in tailing operations and/or tailings technical support.
• Demonstrable experience in, or exposure to, operational risk management strategies and protocols.
• Proven ability to work independently on complex technical issues, ideally across multiple tailings TSFs.
• Demonstrable capability to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong working knowledge of:

• SANS 10286.
• Relevant SA mining and environmental legislation (MHSA, OHSA, NWA, NEMA, etc).
• International tailings management frameworks and guidelines (GISTM, ANCOLD, ICOLD, CDA, TSM, etc).

COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

• Proficiency in geotechnical software (e.g. Slide, Slope W, Seep W, AutoCAD, Muk3D).
• Strong technical report writing and documentation.
• Solid project and quality management capabilities, with a deadline-driven mindset.
• Effective communication, negotiation and conflict handling.
• Ability to mentor and coach.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Willingness and ability to travel to and work at regional, field-based, and remote sites as required.
• Valid driver's license.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with tailings management best practices.

CLOSING DATE: 27 June 2025