Global Mine Waste Lead & Project Director

WSP; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

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