Senior Mining Engineer

4 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia WSP in Australia Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

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.

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
We're looking for a
Senior Mining Engineer
with strong technical acumen and a passion for delivering innovative solutions. Whether you're focused on open cut or underground operations, this is your opportunity to join a diverse and supportive team working across the full project lifecycle; from concept studies through to execution support.

  • Prepare and review mine design for open pit and/or underground mines, scheduling, optimisation, equipment selection, operating and capital cost estimates.
  • Conduct technical work in support of due diligence reviews, supporting mergers and acquisitions under the supervision of Principal &/or Lead Engineers.
  • Prepare tenders, proposals and reports in-line with client requirements and expectations.
  • Liaise with mining engineers, resource geologists, and specialists from other disciplines and offices within WSP.
  • Support the technical delivery of work by more junior engineers.

About You

  • Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.
  • Minimum 6+ years' experience in a mining engineering role, ideally with time in consulting.
  • Strong technical background in mine planning and design (open cut and/or underground).
  • Excellent communication skills, strong report writing skills and solid analytical and problem-solving ability.
  • Solid understanding of the Australian mining landscape and regulatory framework.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

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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