Principal Mining Engineer

2 weeks ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia WSP in Australia Full time

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 Engineering & Geology
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.

What you'll do:

WSP Australia's Mine Advisory group is expanding, and we're looking for a highly experienced Principal Mining Engineer to join our team. This is an opportunity to work with top-tier mining clients, contribute to complex projects across commodities, and play a key role in helping our clients maximise value, optimise operations, and deliver sustainable outcomes.

  • Mine design for open pit and/or underground mines, scheduling, optimisation, equipment selection and operating and capital cost estimates.
  • Overseeing all aspects of the project lifecycle (proposal, contract, scope of work, technical quality and senior review) and consulting with appropriate peers.
  • Delivering technically appropriate and cost-effective solutions to clients which meet time, budget, quality and safety requirements.
  • Carry out technical work in support of due diligence reviews supporting mergers, acquisitions under the supervision of other senior and principal engineers.
  • Manage the preparation of tenders, proposals and reports for clients.

About You

  • Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Mining Engineering or related discipline.
  • 15+ years experience in mining engineering across studies, operations, and/or consulting.
  • Proven capability in mine design, scheduling, optimisation, and technical review.
  • Strong commercial acumen and experience working directly with clients on advisory and technical assignments.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to turn insights into clear, meaningful recommendations.
  • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and the ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams.

Why WSP?

  • Join a collaborative, high-performing Mine Advisory team with deep technical capability.
  • Work on diverse projects across commodities and mining methods.
  • Flexible working arrangements and supportive leadership.
  • Access to global expertise through WSP's international mining network.
  • Career development pathways, mentoring, and professional growth opportunities.
  • Be part of a business committed to sustainability, innovation, and shaping the mining industry of the future.

If you're a senior mining professional looking to step into a role where you can influence major decisions, elevate project outcomes, and support the evolution of mining for the better — we'd love to hear from you.

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.

We're flexible for this position to be based in NSW, VIC, QLD or WA.

With us, you can. Apply today.

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