Tailings Dam Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES025564/Nthat

Date posted:

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

A leading mining and geotechnical engineering environment is seeking an experienced Tailings Dam Engineer to support the design, assessment, and management of tailings storage facilities across major mining operations. This role offers exposure to technically complex, safety-critical projects within the mining sector.

POSITION INFO:

Job & Company Description:

The successful candidate will play a key role in the design, operation, monitoring, and compliance of tailings storage facilities (TSFs). You will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams and mining stakeholders, ensuring adherence to international best practices, regulatory requirements, and dam safety guidelines throughout the life cycle of tailings facilities.

Education:

BEng / BSc in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering
Professional registration with ECSA or progression toward Pr.Eng (advantageous)

Job Experience & Skills Required:

3–8 years’ experience in tailings dam or geotechnical engineering
Proven exposure to tailings storage facility design and management
Strong understanding of ANCOLD, GISTM, and relevant dam safety guidelines
Experience with stability analysis and geotechnical design methods
Ability to interpret laboratory and field investigation data
Familiarity with slope stability and numerical modelling software (advantageous)
Strong technical reporting and stakeholder communication skills

Key Responsibilities:

Design and evaluate tailings storage facilities, embankments, and containment systems
Conduct stability analyses and risk assessments for existing and proposed TSFs
Support construction, operation, and closure planning of tailings facilities
Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental, and international tailings standards
Participate in dam safety inspections, audits, and monitoring reviews
Prepare technical reports, design documentation, and compliance submissions
Provide technical guidance to site teams and clients on tailings-related matters

Key Attributes:

High attention to detail and safety-focused mindset
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Comfortable working in mining and consulting environments

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