Engineering Geology and Geotechnical Engineering

Engineering Geology and Geotechnical Engineering

Open Pit Mining Operations and Studies

The team at Raine & Associates has extensive knowledge and operational experience in engineering geology and geotechnical engineering. Our capabilities and experience cover both coal and metalliferous mineral deposits within a diverse range of geological settings. Our team is proficient in a number of industry-standard software packages including Slide, Galena, FLAC3D, Minex, Surpac and Vulcan. The services that we provide cover feasibility studies, exploration programs, mining operations, mine infrastructure and mine closure. We work in partnership with our clients and as part of their team, ensuring effective and appropriate service delivery.

Our services include:

  • Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology
  • Geological and Geotechnical Site Investigations for Operational Mines, Feasibility Studies and Projects
  • Technical Support for Operational Mines, including Mine Planning and Design, Site Inspections and Secondments
  • Review and Development of Structural Models
  • Geotechnical Hazard Mapping
  • Development of Geotechnical Ground Models
  • Slope Stability Analysis for Waste Dump and Pit Design using 2D Limit Equilibrium and Finite Element Methods
  • Development of Principal Hazard Management Plans
  • Geotechnical Advice for Mine Closure Planning
  • Technical Reviews, Due Diligence and Studies