Senior Geotechnical Engineer for Tailings and Water Dams

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia SLR Full time

About SLR Consulting

">SLR Consulting APAC is a leading engineering firm with over 800 employees across 24 modern offices. Our team offers a diverse range of technical and environmental capabilities, providing expert solutions for clients globally.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Tailings Engineer to join our growing national and global mine waste team, based out of our Brisbane offices. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of tailings facility and water dam projects at the technical advisory level, across a portfolio of mine sites locally and globally.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work on complex tailings facility and water dam projects, including site investigations, design, and implementation.
  • Actively participate in growing the size and technical development of the team.
  • Have autonomy and recognition in your contribution to a diverse range of projects from inception to completion.
  • Work with an extremely capable and experienced team to support your preferred technical specialism(s) and ambitions for Professional Development.
  • Develop meaningful and genuine relationships with colleagues and clients.
  • Establish and elevate your reputation amongst a team of international professionals, to become a leader within a diverse business on an exciting growth curve.

What makes us different

  • SLR understands tailings management is a multidisciplinary field where you will have the opportunity within SLR to interact and work with industry-leading professionals in civil engineering, geochemistry, hydrology, hydrogeology, environment, and closure.
  • SLR is committed to applying industry best practice to tailings management and we understand the dynamic environment and rapidly increasing knowledge base within the field.
  • SLR strives to build strong, trusting, and lasting relationships with our clients.
  • We have global expertise in tailings management and implement a collaborative approach to our team resourcing.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 10 years of specialization and demonstrated experience in tailings engineering in a consulting role, with tertiary qualifications in Geotechnical/Civil Engineering.
  • Registered Professional Engineer, or eligible to register immediately.
  • Previous experience in a senior/leadership role within a tailings engineering team.
  • Extensive experience leading and overseeing projects from concept to final design and implementation.
  • Good appreciation of quality and risk management processes within a consulting firm.
  • Excellent report writing and communication skills (English).
  • Ability to plan and deliver geotechnical site investigations for tailings projects.
  • In-depth understanding of local and global tailings standards and guidelines.
  • Ability to conduct dam safety inspections, dam safety reviews, and risk assessments for tailings facilities and embankment dams.
  • Excellent project management skills.
  • Demonstrated technical autonomy working across multiple commodities and working with larger multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Be proficient in business, client, and project development with the ability to be self-sufficient.
  • Well-developed creative, lateral thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Be driven to pass on your knowledge by mentoring junior staff.

Benefits

  • Natural salary increase potential based on experience and performance.
  • Competitive salary range between $140,000 - $180,000 per annum depending on experience.
  • Hybrid work model – a mix of in-office and remote work.
  • Extra paid purchased leave up to 10 days so you can re-energize, help others, support family, or focus on your own professional development.
  • Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents throughout their parenting journey.
  • Professional memberships paid for by SLR and attendance at key networking/industry events.
  • Global and regional mobility.
  • Access to SLR's employee benefits platform, The Hive.

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