Group Leader Mine Waste

Group Leader and Senior Mine Waste Engineer

WSP is currently seeking a Group Leader and Senior Mine Waste Engineer for the UK and Ireland Mine Waste Group, reporting to the Head of Mining (Europe). This is a dual role, based in either the UK or Ireland, where you will provide both leadership to a growing team of 40+ professionals and deliver senior‑level geotechnical expertise to support our expanding mine waste business.

As the Group Leader, you will be responsible for leading and managing a team of consultant engineers, geoscientists and specialists involved in the design, monitoring and management and construction of tailings and mine waste storage facilities. A key part of the role is to support delivering our strategic objectives to grow our mining business across the region.

• Provide leadership to a team of mine waste technical staff, including strategic direction, business development and operational growth.
• Promote and champion a safety‑first culture, identifying and managing potential safety risks associated with working on mining and remote sites, with tailings management and ensuring adherence to best practice safety protocols.
• Manage and develop employees in alignment with WSP’s core values, including setting objectives, providing feedback and conducting performance reviews.
• Partner with senior colleagues in business development efforts, including building and maintaining client relationships, proposal preparation and project positioning.
• Foster a collaborative and positive team environment, encouraging innovation and continuous improvement.
• Work closely with senior management to align team operations with strategic business priorities.
• Lead or manage large, complex, and/or multidisciplinary projects, delivering high‑quality work on time and within budget.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including mine operators, regulatory authorities and contractors.
• Prepare and review technical proposals and design work packages in response to client requirements.
• Coach and mentor junior and intermediate staff to support career growth and professional development.
• Be a visible advocate for Inclusion and Belonging and uphold WSP’s Guiding Principles as a core part of the team culture.
• Direct a wide range of geotechnical and mine waste‑management projects, including site investigation and monitoring; laboratory testing and interpretation; design and construction; geotechnical analysis; and dam safety inspections and reviews.
• Direct and review geotechnical analyses with a focus on soil mechanics and provide technical expertise within your area of specialisation.
• Manage quality assurance and risk during design work, including critical review of technical outputs.
• Oversee geotechnical analyses and risk assessments to ensure the structural integrity and stability of tailings facilities.

• Relevant (post‑degree) experience working in consulting engineering or within the mining industry.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mining or Geological Engineering (Master’s Degree preferred).
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Chartered Geologist (CGeol) in the UK or equivalent professional registration in Ireland.
• Experience in soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering, with a defined technical specialisation.
• Excellent technical writing (reports and proposals), interpersonal communication and emotional intelligence.
• Strong ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Proven success in business development and client relationship management.
• Strong risk management skills, sound engineering judgement, and a commitment to technical excellence.
• Ability to effectively delegate and manage interdisciplinary project teams.
• Strong leadership and business acumen.
• A self‑motivated leader with the ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team environment.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience, including mentoring, reviewing work and managing performance.
• Experience in strategic and business planning.
• Proven capability in financial forecasting and budgeting.
• Adaptability and flexibility to manage priorities, deadlines, and change, while building effective…