Mine Waste Principal: Tailings & Dam Leadership

Equilibrium; United States; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Equilibrium is seeking a Senior Geotechnical professional to lead Mine Waste projects, directing technical and managerial aspects across tailings facilities and waste rock structures. You will shape project delivery with senior teams, mentor staff, and grow client relationships while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

The role offers global collaboration opportunities, strong leadership expectations, and a clear path to influence Equilibrium’s Mine Waste strategy and future growth.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in mining, engineering consulting or project delivery.
• Deep technical expertise in mine waste structures and related regulations.
• Experience with dam safety reviews and risk-based governance.
• Strong leadership, strategic client relationships and market growth.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct Complex Projects or Programs: oversee investigations, design and delivery of tailings and mine waste projects.
• Direct Technical Excellence: ensure technical quality and industry best practices.
• Champion Facility Safety: lead safety reviews and risk-informed recommendations.
• Champion Innovation: advance new approaches to strengthen technical capabilities.
• Solve Complex Challenges: collaborate with global experts for practical solutions.
• Develop People: mentor junior staff and support career growth.
• Build Client Relationships: manage stakeholders and cross-disciplinary teams.
• Grow the Business: drive business development and market expansion.
• Shape the Practice: define strategic direction and growth of Mine Waste capability.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Geotechnical/Geological

Master’s or PhD in geotechnical/related

Job description

Equilibrium is seeking a Senior Geotechnical professional to lead Mine Waste projects, directing technical and managerial aspects across tailings facilities and waste rock structures. You will shape project delivery with senior teams, mentor staff, and grow client relationships while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

The role offers global collaboration opportunities, strong leadership expectations, and a clear path to influence Equilibrium’s Mine Waste strategy and future growth.