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Company DescriptionWork with Us. Change the World.At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.This role will be working with Our Ground Engineering United Kingdom and Ireland (UK&I) team which comprises 150 people and provides services via the Managed Service Framework for Network Rail in the production of Stage 2 Reports. A Stage 2 is a factual report prepared and issued by the Principal Mining Engineer from Network Rail, that summaries the mining and dissolution records held by the Network Rail Technical Authority for a specified search area, the report also includes a recommendation as to the level of mining risk at the site and what if any are the next steps. The UK&I Business have been supporting in delivering over 1,200.00 Stage 2's over the past 4 years to support Network Rail to meet their client obligations to ensure the industry takes into consideration mining risks within Projects, also supports Network Rail's proactive management of Mining Legacy RiskThe Managed Service Framework also includes the production of Network Rail Mining Training and detailed Mining Risk Assessments for various clients beyond those undertaken for Network Rail.Job ActivitiesThe below process is undertaken for delivery of Stage 2 Reports, with the support and face to face training provided by UK&I Geologists
1. Network Rail analyses work bank to generate prioritised list of sites requiring a Stage 2 Report
2. Network Rail collates evidence files, which comprises historic plans and correspondence.
3. AECOM to prepare draft Stage 2 Mining Reports
4. Reports are presented to Network Rail's Principal Mining Engineer using Microsoft Team (All comments to be implemented prior to approval)
5. Principal Mining Engineer to control the issue of the reports following approval.QualificationsJob Requirements

• A degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology, 0-2 Years Experience
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office is essential, and competent use of AutoCAD/Civil 3D software is desirable.
• Candidates with Geotechnical work experience would be preferred although this is not essential.
• Willing and able to work towards professional qualifications (through the ICE, IOM3 or The Geological Society).
• Demonstrable interest in geotechnical projects and in promoting geotechnical activities with our clients.
• Flexible and willing to work away from home on sites and occasionally in other offices.
• Motivated to meet client and business expectations and be able to consider the wider financial and commercial implications of their actions.
• Effective Communicator with colleagues, internal and external clients, both verbally & in writing.
• Capability to structure & prioritise work effectively through close cooperation with the team as a whole.
• Ability to work independently without losing initiative & focus.
• Knowledge & Application of GIS would be preferred although this is not essential
• UK Geology and Mining Experience would be preferred although this is not essential
• Knowledge of Legacy Mining Experience would be preferred although this is not essential

Additional InformationPlease note this position is based in Bellville, Cape Town.About AECOMAECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.Freedom to Grow in a World of OpportunityYou will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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