Global Mine Waste Lead & Project Director

WSP

Dublin

Hybrid

EUR 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

12 days ago
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Job summary

WSP is seeking a senior leader in its Mining and Metals team to deliver mine waste projects globally. You will lead a multidisciplinary group, provide design input for tailings and waste facilities, and oversee project delivery from concept through closure.

The role requires collaboration, client liaison, and a proactive safety mindset. Based in the UK & Ireland Mine Waste team, the position offers opportunities to travel internationally to support projects and build client relationships across

Qualifications

  • 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 for technical, business development and strategy.
  • Degree-qualified in civil/geotechnical engineering with strong emphasis on soil mechanics.
  • Knowledge of national and international design guidelines and regulations.
  • Mining/geotechnical experience related to mine waste disposal/facilities.
  • Ability to interpret results and use tools to design geotechnical structures and assist clients operationally.
  • Willingness to travel in the UK and internationally, including remote environments.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver consulting services for mine waste projects including design and inspection of mine waste storage facilities and tailings deposits.
  • Collaborate with a diverse team from conceptual to detailed design and engineering.
  • Provide technical input on tailings management, water impoundments, and waste rock dump design.
  • Lead design and assessment of mine waste facilities through concept to operations and closure.
  • Support project managers with time, budget, and quality control.
  • Mentor and develop junior staff within the Mine Waste team.
  • Prepare technical reports, drawings, and cost estimates; supervise staff.
  • Contribute to team strategy and participate in global technical practice groups.
  • Travel within Ireland and internationally to assist clients and support construction.

Skills

Technical leadership
Mine waste & tailings
Client service
Project delivery
Interpersonal skills
Geotechnical engineering
Soil mechanics
Willingness to travel
Chartered professional

Education

Civil/geotechnical engineering degree

Job description

WSP is seeking a senior leader in its Mining and Metals team to deliver mine waste projects globally. You will lead a multidisciplinary group, provide design input for tailings and waste facilities, and oversee project delivery from concept through closure.

The role requires collaboration, client liaison, and a proactive safety mindset. Based in the UK & Ireland Mine Waste team, the position offers opportunities to travel internationally to support projects and build client relationships across

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