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Things that raise your pay

• Rock mechanics

  Deep mines and tunnels need it and very few people have it.

• Hydrogeology

  Groundwater, dewatering and contamination. Steady work from cities, mines and cleanup projects.

• Dam and tailings expertise

  Heavily regulated since several high profile failures. Well paid, and a serious responsibility.

• A master's degree

  The normal entry ticket for specialist geotechnical roles.