Engineer, Geotechnical

Date: 6 May 2025

Location: Patagonia, AZ, US, 85624

Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.

Discover a Brighter Future

At South32, we are meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there is no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we are making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we will support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT Hermosa

Hermosa, located approximately 75 miles south-east of Tucson, Arizona, is the only advanced mining project in the United States as of 2023 that could produce two federally designated critical minerals—manganese and zinc—as well as silver and lead. The project has the potential to help power the nation’s clean energy future, strengthen the domestic supply chain of critical minerals, grow the local economy, and improve lives in Santa Cruz County and the surrounding community for generations to come.

ACERCA de Hermosa

Hermosa, ubicado a aproximadamente 75 millas al sur este de Tucson, Arizona, es el único proyecto de minería avanzada en los Estados Unidos hasta la fecha que puede producir dos minerales designados como críticos por el gobierno federal: manganeso y zinc, así como también plata y plomo. El proyecto tiene el potencial de ayudar a impulsar el futuro energético limpio del país, reforzar la cadena de suministro nacional de minerales esenciales, hacer crecer la economía local y mejorar la calidad de vida en el condado de Santa Cruz y en las comunidades aledañas para las generaciones venideras.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

About The Role

The Geotechnical Engineer is responsible for safely delivering geotechnical support across all phases of the project, including transitioning into operations. This role involves managing and supporting geotechnical work programs associated with the Hermosa Project’s construction scopes, ensuring that deliverables meet required schedules and technical quality standards. (SIte based Hermosa Mine near Patagonia, Az)

Other key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Individual Accountabilities:

Qualifications, Skills, and Expertise:

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

South32 está comprometido a cimentar y mantener una plantilla de trabajadores diversa e inclusiva que refleje las comunidades en las cuales trabajamos. Proporcionamos un proceso de contratación que es justo, equitativo y accesible para todos y alentamos la aplicación de candidatos de todas las procedencias.

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