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Job Description

Overview

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.

Role and responsibilities

• Work as part of a diverse team of engineers, scientists and modellers from conceptual design through to detail design and engineering
• Provide specialised technical input focused on tailings management facilities, heap leach facilities, water impoundments and waste rock dump design, soil mechanics, soil improvement methods, geosynthetic materials engineering and related civil engineering work for projects worldwide
• Assist project managers in the successful delivery of projects by managing own involvement in projects, including time, budget and quality control
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, specifications, bill of quantities, and cost estimates
• Exciting opportunities to travel within the UK and Internationally to assist clients in solving engineering problems and support construction of WSP designs
• Develop and maintain good relationships with new and existing clients and be able to effectively represent WSP on site
• Liaise with the Mining Team networks, which include specialists within WSP both nationally and internationally
• Provide mentoring and coaching to other team members of graduate level
• Assist others in carrying out business development activities including preparation of technical proposals
• Act in the spirit of WSP's values and adhere to the WSP Code of Conduct at all times
• Display a safety‑first attitude in line with an interdependent health and safety culture and uphold WSP health and safety policies
• Ensure actions and behaviours are aligned to WSP's Equality Policy

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate

• Degree qualified within civil engineering, geotechnical engineering or engineering geology, with a strong emphasis on and proven ability in soil mechanics
• Knowledge of national and international design guidelines and regulations
• Mining and geotechnical experience relating to mine waste disposal/facilities
• Ability to interpret and monitor results and use tools to monitor and design geotechnical structures and assist clients with operational requirements
• Theoretical and practical experience of project management and consultancy, including supporting client relationships, projects, and project teams
• Ability to manage and work effectively within a team environment
• Willingness to travel in the UK and internationally, and on occasion to remote environments

Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

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.

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

What’s in it for you?

Work-life balance
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

Health & Wellbeing
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you tools to improve your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service provides access to a doctor when you need it, and we offer workplace adjustments, gym benefits and menopause support.

Flex your time
WSP My Hour allows you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with flexible options to balance your day. We also offer part-time and flexible working, the ability to purchase additional leave, and flexible use of bank holidays.

Your development
We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, and opportunities toward Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

EEO statement: We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, and please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Professional Services