Overview
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects, and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life.
You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives.
You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
Your role
A little more about your role: This is an exciting opportunity to join WSP's Mining and Metals business in the UK&I.
This position would be involved in the delivery of mine waste projects domestically and internationally, supported by a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists.
Members of the mining team come from a wide range of backgrounds and bring different experiences to the group.
This diversity is seen as a strength of the team and valued within our business.
It is envisaged that the successful candidate will go through an integration period that will enable them to familiarise themselves with the members of the team in the UK, Ireland, and further afield, as well as provide the team with an opportunity to learn more about them.
This is a leadership role with the UK and Ireland Mine Waste team (and globally), and the role will comprise a combination of technical leadership, project direction, business development, and client liaison.
Your main responsibilities will include:
Responsibilities
Deliver consulting services for mine waste projects, which may include the design and inspection of mine waste storage facilities, the construction of tailings deposits, stability and seepage analysis and closure design
Work as part of a diverse team of engineers, scientists and modellers from conceptual design through to detail design and engineering
Provide specialised technical input focused on tailings management facilities, water impoundments, waste rock dump design, soil mechanics, soil improvement methods, geosynthetic materials engineering and related civil engineering work for projects worldwide
Lead and input into the design and assessment of mine waste facilities, including tailings facilities, water storage facilities, waste rock dumps and integrated waste facilities, from concept design stage, through detailed design stage and into the operational and closure phases of a project
Assist project managers in the successful delivery of projects by managing own involvement in projects, including time, budget and quality control
Leading, mentoring, and working with a team of scientists, engineers, and other professionals within the Mine Waste team to support their career development, technical excellence, and commercial awareness
Prepare technical reports, drawings, specifications, bill of quantities, and cost estimates
Provide technical direction and supervise junior and intermediate staff
Provide input to team strategy development
Participating in global corporate technical practice groups with the goal of elevating our technical excellence and visibility in the eyes of our clients
Exciting opportunities to travel within Ireland and internationally to assist clients in solving engineering problems and support construction of WSP designs.
Travel outside of Ireland will require overnight stays, and likely duration will depend on the nature of the project/client needs and project location
Develop and maintain good relationships with new and existing clients and be able to effectively represent WSP on site
Prepare proposals and technical reports
Act in the spirit of WSP's values and do not misinterpret their meaning.
Adhere to the WSP Code of Conduct at all times and raise concerns as appropriate.
Regularly familiarise self with the Code of Conduct and how it is applicable to own role/position within the organisation
Display a safety first attitude in line with an interdependent health and safety culture, promote positive health and safety, raise safety issues through the appropriate channels and adhere to WSP health and safety policy and procedures; and
Ensure actions and behaviours are aligned to WSP's Equality Policy at all times.
Qualifications and capabilities
Demonstrated experience of technical leadership, collaboration, and delivery
Substantial and broad experience in mine waste and tailings
Commitment to internal and external client service
A proven track record in the delivery of large, multi-disciplinary projects on-time and on-budget
Excellent interpersonal skills with verbal and written communication skills with respect to technical, business development and strategy
Degree qualified within civil engineering, geotechnical engineering or engineering geology, with a strong emphasis on and proven ability in soil mechanics
Knowledge of national and international design guidelines and regulations
Mining and geotechnical experience relating to mine waste disposal/facilities
The ability to interpret and monitor results and use a variety of tools to monitor and design geotechnical structures and assist clients with operational requirements
Ability to manage and work effectively within a team environment
Chartered professional with relevant body
Willingness to travel in the UK and internationally, and on occasion to remote environments
Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
Additional information
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about.
What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?
With us, you can.
Apply today.
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Flex your time: To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
Part-time and flexible working arrangements, additional leave options, and bank holiday entitlement adjustments are available.
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