Principal Mine Waste Engineer

Role Overview

SLR is a global leader in environmental and advisory solutions, helping clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are seeking a Principal Engineer with substantial experience in tailings and mine waste to join our growing team in the European Region.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own projects and support others on the delivery of mine waste projects led by other in‑house technical disciplines.
• Work with an experienced multi‑disciplinary team to deliver complex projects.
• Take the lead for the design of tailings and waste rock facilities, from conceptual design through to detailed design and construction.
• Act as Engineer of Record for tailings facilities, or Deputy with the ambition of progressing to that role.
• Identify areas within Mine Waste Engineering where you can develop new business and improve technical skills, helping to grow the team and its capabilities.
• Collaborate with Mine Waste Engineering teams in other regions to deliver projects and develop new business globally.
• Develop networking skills to increase your industry profile, build relationships with existing and potential clients, and grow the business.
• Establish and elevate your reputation among international professionals and strive to become a recognized sector leader.

Qualifications

• Significant depth of experience and specialisation in tailings and mine waste, preferably gained in a consulting environment.
• Honours degree in Civil or Mining Engineering, or an MSc in a related subject.
• Registered Chartered or equivalent Professional Engineer status, or eligibility to register immediately.
• Good working knowledge of mining industry standards such as GISTM, ANCOLD, CDA, etc.
• Experience leading multi‑disciplinary teams as lead designer and project manager on tailing and mine waste projects from concept to detailed design.
• Experience acting as Engineer of Record, Designer of Record, or Deputy for tailings facilities.
• Experience in independent auditing and dam safety reviews.
• Good interpersonal, presentation and report writing skills.
• Sound commercial and business development skills.

Culture & Inclusion

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all people, regardless of background, can thrive. We welcome applicants from under‑represented groups such as 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous peoples, ethnic minorities, women, and individuals with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent. We provide equitable support throughout the recruitment process.

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