Technical Director - (Mine Waste)

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Greater London seeks a Mine Waste Project Leader to oversee domestic and international mine waste projects. The role includes technical leadership, project direction, and client liaising, while also mentoring team members. Candidates should possess a degree in civil or geotechnical engineering with substantial experience in mine waste management. A commitment to health and safety, alongside excellent communication and leadership skills, is essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in leading technical projects and collaboration.
• Experience in mine waste and tailings management.
• Proven track record in delivering multidisciplinary projects on time and budget.

Responsibilities

• Deliver consulting services for mine waste projects.
• Lead and mentor the Mine Waste team.
• Prepare technical reports and specifications.

Skills

Technical leadership

Mine waste and tailings expertise

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team working

Education

Degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to join WSP’s Mining and Metals business in the UK&I. The role involves the delivery of mine waste projects domestically and internationally, supported by a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists.

A successful candidate will undergo an integration period in which they familiarise themselves with team members in the UK, Ireland, and beyond, and will provide the team with opportunities to learn more about them.

About Your Role

This is a leadership role with the UK and Ireland Mine Waste team (and globally), comprising technical leadership, project direction, business development, and client liaison.

Responsibilities

• Deliver consulting services for mine waste projects, including design and inspection of mine waste storage facilities, 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 contribute to the design and assessment of mine waste facilities (tailings, water storage, waste rock dumps and integrated waste facilities) from concept to operational and closure phases.
• Assist project managers in delivering projects by managing own involvement in projects, including time, budget, and quality control.
• Lead, mentor, and work 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.
• Contribute to team strategy development.
• Participate in global corporate technical practice groups to elevate technical excellence and visibility.
• Travel within Ireland and internationally to support clients; overnight stays may be required.
• Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing clients and represent WSP on site.
• Prepare proposals and technical reports.
• Act in the spirit of WSP's values, adhere to the Code of Conduct, and raise concerns as appropriate.
• Demonstrate a safety‑first attitude in line with an interdependent health and safety culture, promote positive health and safety, and adhere to WSP health and safety policy and procedures.
• Ensure actions and behaviours align to WSP's Equality Policy at all times.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience of technical leadership, collaboration, and delivery.
• Substantial experience in mine waste and tailings.
• Commitment to internal and external client service.
• Track record in delivering large, multi‑disciplinary projects on‑time and on‑budget.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills with respect to technical, business development, and strategy.
• Degree in civil engineering, geotechnical engineering or engineering geology with strong emphasis on soil mechanics.
• Knowledge of national and international design guidelines and regulations.
• Mining and geotechnical experience relating to mine waste disposal/facilities.
• Ability to interpret and monitor results and use a variety of tools to monitor and design geotechnical structures, assisting clients with operational requirements.
• Team‑working ability.
• Chartered professional with relevant body.
• Willingness to travel in the UK and internationally, including remote environments.

Please Note

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe, you are expected to comply with the HSE policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here.

Some safety‑sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, including remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here.