Principal Water Resources Engineer (Mining)

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company where you can contribute to impactful projects in water management and engineering design. This role offers the chance to work with a diverse team of experts, delivering innovative solutions for clients while promoting a culture of safety and inclusivity. With opportunities for personal development and a flexible work environment, you will be empowered to shape your career and make a positive impact in the communities we serve. Apply today and be part of a team that values your unique contributions and supports your growth.

Benefits

Hybrid working policy

Health and wellbeing support

Flexible working arrangements

Training and development opportunities

Gymflex scheme for gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in hydrologic and hydraulic assessments and design.
• Strong project management and financial tracking skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver consulting services in water management and engineering design.
• Mentor junior staff and coordinate projects effectively.

Skills

Hydrologic assessments

Hydraulic assessments

Project management

Technical report writing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or hydrology

Postgraduate qualification in engineering or environmental management

Job description

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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.

A little more about your role:

• Deliver consulting services to internal and external clients in the areas of conceptual model development, hydraulics, engineering design, hydrology, mine water management, storm water management, water balance assessment, dam break assessment, flood-modelling and flood risk assessment, water quality assessments and water conservation & demand management.
• Direct and review water resource aspects of a range of international mining and water resource projects, including environmental assessments, environmental permitting, and engineering design projects.
• Assist with developing projects and services which support climate change reporting, resilience and adaptation, including nature-based solutions.
• Project coordination, managing and participating actively in the development of budgets, schedules and plans for projects and proposals.
• Mentor junior staff within the Mine Water team to support their career development, technical excellence and commercial awareness.
• Project based travel and site work, working both in the UK, Ireland and internationally.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary project teams on local, regional and international consulting projects, so they are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to client and WSP's standards.
• Display a ‘safety first’ attitude in line with an interdependent health and safety culture, promoting positive health and safety, raising safety issues through the appropriate channels and adhering to WSP’s health and safety policy and procedures.

Our UK and Ireland Mine Water team is formed of surface water, groundwater and geochemistry professionals with expertise spanning from recent graduates to individuals with more than 30 years of knowledge. This presents an opportunity to work on projects internationally and learn from experienced colleagues with different areas of technical expertise and to mentor more junior team members. We contribute to all parts of the mining life cycle, from exploration and pre-feasibility through to mine closure.

This role is predominantly within the mining business, with the potential to also work with other local sectors including infrastructure and land development.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, hydrology or a related field / postgraduate qualification in engineering or environmental management.
• Previous demonstrable experience conducting hydrologic and hydraulic assessments and design of water management infrastructure.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written (in English).
• Strong technical report writing skills and ability to guide / peer review junior contributions.
• Experience of project management or coordination and strong financial tracking skills.
• Willingness to travel both locally and internationally.

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.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 69,300 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and . With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity &

We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing to create a culture of and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Med24 offers you and your family unlimited telephone access to an NHS doctor, available 24/7, with options for face-to-face video consultations. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

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.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of , , , age, , reassignment, or belief, marital status, or maternity/paternity. As a Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.