Geotechnical Engineer

Shape Your World

At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress.

The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper, world-shaper.

This is your opportunity to help share the future of sustainability with world-changing innovations and low-carbon technologies.

Become a valued part of the team that’s shaping the future of aluminium, revolutionising the way the world lives, builds, moves and flies.

Be part of it and shape your world.

About the Role

Are you ready to apply your geotechnical expertise to deliver innovative solutions in a tailings dam environment? We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Geotechnical Engineer to create, build, and lead within a high-performing, interdependent unit of the Residue Operations team in the alumina industry.

In this critical role, you will:


* Support the delivery of civil construction projects with geotechnical insight and precision.


* Collaborate closely with the Project Superintendent and broader team to ensure safe, effective outcomes.


* Lead geotechnical investigations, assessments, and designs that drive project success.


* Build technical reports and recommendations that influence construction and operational decisions.


* Manage geotechnical risks and contribute to innovative, practical solutions in a tailings dam setting.

We’re seeking candidates who thrive in both collaborative teams and independent roles, with a passion for solving complex challenges and a commitment to safety, quality, and performance.

What’s on offer


* Attractive remuneration and variable bonus plan.



* Employee growth and development opportunities.


* Parental leave support for all caregivers.


* Employee assistance program for personal support services.


* Alcoa Live Well program offering travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing discounts.


* Generous leave entitlements including a leisure a day off every 4-week period.


* Salary packaging for a novated car lease, employee share plan and superannuation options.


* Connect and be part of a community that celebrates diversity through our employee inclusion groups.

What you can bring to the role


* Degree qualified in either Civil, Geotechnical or Mine Engineering coupled with experience in geotechnical/tailings dam design, construction and/or operation.


* Experience in geotechnical assessments of dam stability and Critical State Soil Mechanics.


* Solid understanding of internationally recognised tailings management standards and best practice guidelines such as ANCOLD, MAC/CDA, GISTM.


* Thorough comprehension of soil and tailings characterisation (in situ tests, sampling and laboratory testing).


* Strong skills in tailings operation and monitoring systems.

Additional information


* Interviews may progress prior to the closing date, although all applications will be considered.


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