Tailings Engineer

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Perth, Western Australia WSP in Australia Full time

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What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

This role will see you enhance your capabilities and the reputation of WSP's Mine Advisory team. You will collaborate with talented professionals working on iconic projects to drive future ready outcomes that will benefit clients and communities.

At WSP you'll find the scale and reach you need to do the kind of work the world needs – and the culture and people that make it the best work of your life.

Our global team of over 5,200 dedicated mining professionals are supporting the industry to decarbonise mining operations in the accelerating green transition. Working collaboratively across borders and disciplines, you'll join a leading team working on interesting and complex projects. We are experts in our field, and we are passionate about mining.

What you'll do:

In this role, you'll contribute to the design, assessment, and operation of tailings storage facilities (TSFs) and associated infrastructure. You'll be involved across the project lifecycle, from concept and feasibility through to detailed design, construction support, and closure planning. Working closely with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams, you'll gain exposure to technically diverse and high-profile projects.

  • Support the design and assessment of TSFs and other mine waste facilities.
  • Assist in geotechnical and civil analysis, modelling, and reporting.
  • Contribute to site investigations, inspections, and construction support.
  • Prepare high-quality technical deliverables, including drawings, calculations, and reports.
  • Collaborate with specialists in water, environmental, and mine planning disciplines.
  • Develop client relationships and build your consulting skillset.

About you:

You're a proactive engineer with a solid foundation in geotechnical or tailings-related work, and a genuine interest in sustainable mining. Ideally, you will have:

  • A degree in civil, geotechnical, or mining engineering (or similar)
  • 3–6 years' relevant experience in tailings, geotechnical, or mine infrastructure design
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
  • Prior consulting experience (preferred but not essential)
  • Willingness to travel to site as needed

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

To 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.

With us, you can. Apply today.

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  • Seniority levelAssociate
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  • Employment typeFull-time
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  • IndustriesProfessional Services and Engineering Services

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