mining geotechnical engineer
Mining geotechnical engineers in mining perform engineering, hydrological and geological tests and analyses to improve the safety and efficiency of mineral operations. They oversee the collection of samples and the taking of measurements using geotechnical investigation methods and techniques. They model the mechanical behaviour of the rock mass and contribute to the design of the mine geometry.
Also called: mine hydrologist, mining hydrologist
- 11
- essential skills
- 6
- optional skills
- 8
- related roles
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8 rolesOccupations sharing the most essential skills with this one. The number is a count, not an opinion.
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Essential skills
11- address problems critically
- advise on construction materials
- advise on geology for mineral extraction
- design infrastructure for surface mines
- geology
- impact of geological factors on mining operations
- manage geotechnical staff
- plan geotechnical investigations in the field
- prepare scientific reports
- supervise staff
- use mine planning software
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