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You’ll serve as a trusted advisor to clients, lead complex technical studies and reviews, contribute to tailings governance initiatives, and play a key role in developing the next generation of tailings professionals while supporting the growth of WSP's Mine Advisory business both nationally and internationally.\nProvide technical leadership on tailings storage facility (TSF) and mine waste projects across the full asset lifecycle, from concept and feasibility through operations, closure, and post-closure.\nLead multidisciplinary teams in the planning, design, review, and governance of tailings management facilities in accordance with industry leading practice.\nAct as a technical advisor to clients on tailings risk management, dam safety, consequence classification, monitoring programs, surveillance, and operational readiness.\nLead or contribute to Independent Technical Reviews (ITRs), Dam Safety Reviews (DSRs), and Engineer of Record (EoR) support services.\nProvide strategic guidance on implementation of the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM), ANCOLD, CDA, and other applicable regulatory requirements.\nOversight and peer review of geotechnical investigations, design reports, stability assessments, water management studies, and operational monitoring programs.\nSupport clients in developing tailings governance frameworks, risk management systems, Trigger Action Response Plans (TARPs), and operational management plans.\nBuild and maintain trusted client relationships while identifying opportunities for future work and contributing to business development activities.\nMentor and develop junior engineers, fostering technical excellence and knowledge sharing across the team.\nRepresent WSP at industry forums, technical conferences, and client engagements as a recognised tailings subject matter expert.\nAbout You\nBachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Mining or Environmental Engineering, with postgraduate qualifications viewed favourably.\n15+ years' experience in tailings, mine waste, geotechnical engineering, or related consulting environments.\nDemonstrated experience leading the design, operation, governance, and closure planning of Tailings Storage Facilities.\nStrong working knowledge of GISTM, ANCOLD Guidelines, CDA Dam Safety Guidelines, and relevant Australian and international regulatory frameworks.\nRecognised technical expertise in tailings engineering, including earthworks, embankment design, seepage management, stability assessment, water management, and dam safety.\nProven ability to act as a technical lead, reviewer, or Engineer of Record support on complex tailings projects.\nChartered Engineer status (CPEng/RPEQ/RPEV or equivalent) or eligibility to obtain chartership.\nStrong client relationship management and business development experience, including proposal preparation and project pursuit activities.\nDemonstrated leadership capability with experience mentoring engineers and leading multidisciplinary teams.\nExcellent communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to executive stakeholders, regulators, boards, and external review panels.\nWillingness and ability to undertake domestic and international travel as required.\nWhy WSP?\nWork alongside industry-leading tailings and geotechnical professionals.\nExposure to a diverse range of projects across Australia and internationally.\nA supportive team culture that values development, innovation, and technical excellence.\nOpportunities for structured career growth and professional accreditation.\nFlexible working options.\nImagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.\nJoin our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 73,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.\nTo find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.\nWith us, you can. 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