Apply geotechnical engineering expertise to open-pit safety with De Beers Group in a site-based, two-weeks-in, two-weeks-out position. Support stability decisions. This fixed-term contract runs through April 2027 within the Technical Services department. The GroundProbe Radar Technician/Geotechnical Engineer supports slope stability, rockfall assessment, geotechnical modeling, and mine planning. You will inspect pit operations, identify geotechnical and hydrogeological risks, and provide recommendations that support high-wall safety. Key Responsibilities:
Conduct visual and drone inspections of mine walls Map structural features and identify wall instability Support rockfall assessments and slope stability modeling Inspect operations against design parameters Provide input on drill, blast, and mine planning Requirements:
Geotechnical Engineering degree or closely related discipline Skilled Engineering eligibility in the Northwest Territories Experience identifying geotechnical and hydrogeological risks Experience with geotechnical modeling Familiarity with Deswik, Rocscience, or Rimining Use geotechnical assessment, modeling, and mine-planning skills to strengthen high-wall safety across De Beers Group operations.
📌 Geotechnical Engineer Open Pit Mining (Yellowknife)
🏢 De Beers Group
📍 Yellowknife
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