Geotechnical Engineering and Design
Our geotechnical team offers in-depth expertise in the engineering and design of stable, resilient mine waste facilities tailored to the unique demands of mining and resource projects. From initial feasibility studies to detailed design and construction support, we ensure the highest standards of structural integrity and safety.
Our areas of expertise encompass a comprehensive range of services designed to meet the unique needs of the mining and resource sectors.
Scoping and supervision of geotechnical site investigation
Scoping and supervision of geotechnical site investigations, leveraging in-depth experience with diverse ground and man-made structure conditions, as well as geotechnical risks, to ensure accurate, safe data collection and informed decision-making for successful project development.
Materials characterization and geotechnical interpretation
Soil and mine tailings characterization, employing a holistic geotechnical interpretation approach that integrates geological setting, in-situ and laboratory test results to develop representative material parameters, provides essential insights for reliable engineering solutions and supports the design and construction of safe, reliable, and efficient tailings, waste, and water-retaining structures
Geotechnical stability analysis
Geotechnical stability analysis, employing advanced methodologies and best industry practices to evaluate the structural integrity of tailings dams and ensure safety across the mine lifecycle.
Tailings and water dams engineering and design
Comprehensive engineering and design of tailings and water dams, encompassing foundation design, seepage management, cut-off key installations, zoning, filter and drainage systems, instrumentation, operational requirements, and value optimization to provide safe and efficient containment solutions tailored to site-specific needs.
Liquefaction and brittleness assessment and control
Assessment of liquefaction and strain softening potential in dam and foundation materials to inform stability considerations and minimize impacts on the performance of Tailings Storage Facilities (TSFs).
Ground improvement methods
Soil treatment to enhance stability using various methods, including in-situ deep densification, precompression with or without vertical drains, injection and grouting, admixture stabilization, application of geosynthetic products and soil reinforcement.
Geotechnical numerical modelling
Advanced numerical modeling to simulate deformation under both static and seismic loadings for Tailings Storage Facilities (TSFs), ensuring stability assessments meet acceptable performance requirements.
Tailings dam raise, remedial studies and seepage interception design
Tailings dam raise design tailored to meet operational requirements and constraints in alignment with the Life of Mine (LoM) strategy. We provide remedial design solutions to enhance the stability and seepage performance of existing structures, ensuring compliance with regulatory conditions and industry standards.
Construction support and management
Construction assistance services, encompassing supervision, Quality Assurance (QA), and Quality Control (QC), with a comprehensive geotechnical testing program, borrow material selection, and inspection of key areas and hold points by qualified geotechnical engineers to ensure alignment with the design intent. We deliver complete construction documentation, including certified as-built reports and drawings, to support project success and regulatory compliance.
