Tailings Engineer: Flexible Work & Geotech Impact

WSP in Africa; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical cover

Generous leave

Professional subscriptions

Job summary

WSP in Africa is seeking a Tailings Engineer to join our Mine Waste team in Midrand on a full-time basis. The role involves delivering tailings and geotechnical services for mining projects, developing client relationships, and contributing to project management.

Candidates should have a Civil Engineering degree (BEng/BSc) with 3–4 years post-graduate experience, and honors or ECSA registration is a plus. Proficiency in Geostudio and Slide is desirable. A valid driver’s license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering with 3–4 years post-graduate experience in tailings and geotechnical engineering.
• Geotechnical background and familiarity with tailings facilities preferred.
• ECSA registration or progress toward registration is advantageous.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite and basic financial knowledge.
• Willingness to travel and drive as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailings services on mining projects and advise on geotechnical issues.
• Develop internal client relationships and communicate with stakeholders.
• Analyse data and assist decision making for tailings design and operations.
• Support design and inspection of mine waste storage facilities and deposits.
• Manage tailings reporting and project documentation.
• Contribute to professional development and project management activities.

Skills

Tailings engineering

Geotechnical analysis

Data analysis

Project management

Technical consultancy

Education

BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering

Honors in Geotechnical Engineering

ECSA registration preferred

Tools

Geostudio

Slide

MS Project

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Job description

WSP in Africa is seeking a Tailings Engineer to join our Mine Waste team in Midrand on a full-time basis. The role involves delivering tailings and geotechnical services for mining projects, developing client relationships, and contributing to project management.

Candidates should have a Civil Engineering degree (BEng/BSc) with 3–4 years post-graduate experience, and honors or ECSA registration is a plus. Proficiency in Geostudio and Slide is desirable. A valid driver’s license is preferred.