Episode 202: a conversation with Johan Boshoff

About this episode

Bryan Ulrich interviews Johan Boshoff about his extensive experience in geotechnical engineering and his current role at Gold Fields.

Johan has been involved in geotechnical engineering aspects of projects for the past 30 years. His expertise includes detailed design, monitoring and project management of tailings storage facilities, mine residue stockpiles and waste disposal facilities. He has also fulfilled the role of Engineer of Record for major mining clients on key assets. In his current role as the VP of Global Tailings Management at Gold Fields, he supports the implementation of leading industry practices for effective and sustainable design, construction, operation, and closure of TSFs across all Gold Fields operations. He also supports and advises on ICMM and other standards and guidelines implementation.

People in this episode

Host: Bryan Ulrich

Guest: Johan Boshoff

Topics covered

• geotechnical engineering
• tailings storage facilities
• mining
• sustainable design
• project management

Keywords

• geotechnical engineering
• tailings storage
• mining projects
• sustainable practices
• project management

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Gold Fields, ICMM

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