Junior Geotechnical Tailings Engineer

WSP in Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values inclusion and collaboration in the mining sector. As a Mine Tailing Engineer, you'll be part of a dedicated team enhancing mine services in Western Canada. This role involves supporting various projects, conducting geotechnical analysis, and mentoring junior engineers. With a commitment to safety and a culture that promotes work-life balance, you'll find opportunities for professional growth and a chance to make a significant impact. Embrace the chance to work on diverse projects that shape the future of mining while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible Work Options

Virtual Healthcare

Wellness Platform

Comprehensive Benefits

Savings Programs

Collaborative Culture

Qualifications

• 1 to 5 years of experience in consulting engineering or mining.
• Eligible for registration with a Canadian engineering body.
• Strong skills in technical writing and project management.

Responsibilities

• Support tailings storage facilities and waste rock projects.
• Participate in geotechnical analysis and site characterization.
• Deliver high-quality work and reports on time and budget.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Technical Writing

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Emotional Intelligence

MS Excel

Tailings Deposition Software

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Geological Engineering

Post-Graduate Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

MineScape

MineSight

Surpac

Muk3D

VBA

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity:

At WSP, we're continuing to grow and develop our expertise in Mining, operating as a trusted advisor and technical expert on engineering design challenges for our clients across multiple industries. Our team is growing, and as a result we're adding Mine Tailing Engineers to our group.

As part of the Mine Waste team in Western Canada you'll be responsible for driving forward our ambitious plans to enhance our Mine service offering in the province through your work with a close-knit team of engineering specialists, professionals, and technical staff.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

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Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging.
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture filled with genuinely good people doing humbly important work.

A day in the life:

• Support a wide variety of tailings storage facilities and waste rock spoils projects, including dam safety inspections and reviews, field investigation, laboratory testing and interpretation, design and construction.
• Participate in project tasks such as geotechnical analysis, interpretation of data, site characterization, development of recommendations, and preparation of proposals and reports.
• Deliver high-quality work and reports to the client on time and within budget under the direction of senior engineers.
• Collaborate with mining teams from different disciplines.
• Be mentored by senior engineers that are industry experts.
• Mentor and effectively delegate work to junior engineers.
• Participate in and promote a safety-first culture.

What you'll bring to WSP …

• 1 to 5 years of relevant experience in a consulting engineering or mining industry environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Geological Engineering; a post-graduate degree is an asset.
• Eligible to register or currently registered with the appropriate engineering regulatory body in a Canadian province or territory.
• Strong technical writing, interpersonal communication, and emotional intelligence.
• Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to work in and/or lead diverse teams and collaborate with interdisciplinary project teams.
• Strong, client-focused project management skills.
• Sound knowledge in soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering.
• Ability to think critically and problem solve.
• Ability to effectively delegate work.
• French or Spanish language skills (verbal and written) would be an asset.
• Commitment to safe work practices for yourself and your colleagues.
• Advanced experience with MS Excel and VBA customization would be an asset.
• Experience with tailings deposition software (Muk3D) would be an asset.
• Experience with mine planning software (MineScape, MineSight, Surpac), AutoCAD, Civil3D would be an asset.

Compensation:

Salary range (in British Columbia): $78,600 - $108,100. The final salary awarded for this role may vary based on several factors including education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business needs.

Job Info

• Job Identification 64781
• Posting Date 12/20/2024, 03:45 PM

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future-proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in various projects from environmental remediation to urban planning, engineering iconic buildings, and designing sustainable transportation networks.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation.
• We are locally dedicated with international scale.
• We are future-focused and challenge the status quo.
• We foster collaboration in everything we do.
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core value of WSP. Compliance with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy and client HSE policies is expected.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the posting and interview.

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates participating in the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only candidates selected will be contacted.