SLR is a global leader in environmental and advisory solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with over 5000 staff across 5 regions – including over 1900 staff across Europe, working in six primary business sectors: Mining, Energy, Industry, Infrastructure, Built Environment and Power.
SLR's busy Mining Group has enjoyed continued commercial success across the globe in recent years and has been successful in developing work globally. SLR is now seeking a Technical Director with extensive experience in tailings and mine waste to join our growing team in SLR's European Region.
This position will provide the successful candidate with an opportunity to grow their skills and career within a successful and expanding team, working in the mining sector, both in the EU and further afield.
The role As a Technical Director in the mine waste team, you will manage your own projects and support others on the delivery of mine waste projects led by other in-house technical disciplines. This role will offer you the opportunity to:
Work with extremely capable and experienced professionals as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver complex projects.
Apply your experience and knowledge to take the lead for the design of tailings and waste rock facilities, from conceptual design through to detailed design and construction.
Act as an Engineer of Record for tailings facilities.
Identify areas within Mine Waste Engineering which you can take the lead in developing new business and improving your technical skills, and in turn help to grow the size of the whole team and develop its technical capabilities.
Help in the recruitment and selection of key talent into the team, to attract the right people to drive the team and business success.
Collaborate with our Mine Waste Engineering teams in other regions to help deliver projects and develop new business globally.
Use your networking skills to further increase your profile in the industry, form good working relationships with our existing clients and develop new relationships with potential clients to grow the business.
Establish and elevate your reputation amongst a team of international professionals, with potential to become a recognized leader in the sector.
Contribute to industry-recognised initiatives, including technical/professional associations, working groups and advisory panels
Publish technical papers and presents at high-profile conferences, strengthening SLR's visibility and credibility in their field
About us SLR are global leaders in Sustainability Solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with 4000+ employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. Our ‘one team’ culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development.
Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering , travel and life insurance and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 day's annual leave, with additional flexible
Technical Director Mine Waste Engineering in West Bromwich employer: SLR Consulting
SLR is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and people-first culture that prioritises professional development and work-life balance. With a strong focus on sustainability, employees benefit from flexible working arrangements, comprehensive support for mental health, and a structured career framework that encourages growth and progression within the multidisciplinary consulting field. Located in Bolton or Stoke, this role provides the opportunity to lead impactful projects while being part of a supportive team dedicated to making sustainability happen.
