Technical Director - Mining Hydrogeologist (Mining)

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.

A little more about your role: This is an exciting opportunity to join WSP’s Mining & Metals business in the UK&I. This position would be involved in technical leadership and delivery of mining hydrogeology projects internationally, supported by a multidisciplinary team of hydrogeologists, hydrologists, geochemists and engineers. We work on projects at all parts of the mining life cycle, from exploration and pre-feasibility through to mine closure.

What you will do:

• Deliver consulting services in the areas of hydrogeology, contaminant risk assessment, mine water management, mine waste and environmental impact assessments to support feasibility studies and environmental social impact assessments.
• Provision of technical expertise in the field of mining hydrogeology.
• Leading, mentoring and working with a team of scientists, engineers and other professionals, within the Mine Water team to support their career development, technical excellence and commercial awareness.
• Participating in global corporate technical practice groups with the goal of elevating our technical excellence and visibility in the eyes of our clients.
• Assist in project coordination, managing and participating actively in the development of budgets, schedules and plans for projects and proposals.
• Supporting the development and maintenance of client relationships, either through project-based client interaction or through supporting business development efforts of other senior staff.
• Display a ‘safety first’ attitude in line with an interdependent health, safety and wellbeing culture, promoting positive health, safety and wellbeing, raising safety issues through the appropriate channels and adhering to WSP’s health, safety and wellbeing policy and procedures.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate:

• Demonstrated experience of technical leadership, collaboration, and delivery.
• Substantial and broad experience in mining hydrogeology across the mining life cycle.
• Commitment to internal and external client service.
• A proven track record in the delivery of large, multi-disciplinary projects on-time and on-budget.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with verbal and written communication skills with respect to technical, business development and strategy.
• An MSc Hydrogeology (or equivalent) combined with a BSc degree (or equivalent) in a related discipline (e.g. geology, civil engineering, mining, environmental science, etc).
• Flexibility, willingness and ability to travel both locally and internationally.
• Previous experience of field work (e.g. groundwater monitoring, drill rig supervision, aquifer testing etc).
• Experience with numerical modelling packages and GIS software.
• Experience in mine closure studies.
• Ability to travel.
• Chartered professional with relevant body.

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.

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 & Diversity: We welcome applicants with diverse 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 diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.
• Flex your time: To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.