Technical Director - (Mine Waste) in Birmingham

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: Members of the mining team come from a wide range of backgrounds and bring different experiences to the group. This diversity is seen as a strength of the team and valued within our business. It is envisaged that the successful candidate will go through an integration period which will enable them to familiarise themself with the members of the team in the UK, Ireland and further afield as well as providing the team an opportunity to learn more about them. The roles of people within the team vary as individuals tend to shape their career around their personal strengths and interests.

This is a leadership role with the UK and Ireland Mine Waste team and the role will comprise a combination of technical leadership, project direction, business development and client liaison. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Provision of technical expertise in the field of mining waste and tailings including managing technical delivery of projects including management and direction of multi-disciplinary design teams.
• Lead and input into the design and assessment of mine waste facilities including tailings facilities, water storage facilities, waste rock dumps and integrated waste facilities, from concept design stage, through detailed design stage and into the operational and closure phases of a project.
• Project management including drafting proposals and cost estimates, client liaison, reporting and invoices, project closure and client feedback with support from the project management team within the mining group.
• Supporting the development and maintenance of client relationships, either through project-based client interaction or through supporting business development efforts of other senior staff.
• Develop a client base and actively seek out and win new work.
• Provide input to team strategy development.
• 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.
• Provide specialised technical input focused on tailings management facilities, heap leach facilities, water impoundments, waste rock dump design, soil mechanics, soil improvement methods, geosynthetic materials engineering and related civil engineering work for projects worldwide.
• Leading, mentoring and working with a team of scientists, engineers and other professionals, within the Mine Waste 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.
• Ensure actions and behaviours are aligned to WSP's Equality Policy at all times.
• Act in the spirit of WSP's values and do not misinterpret their meaning. Adhere to the WSP Code of Conduct at all times and raise concerns as appropriate. Regularly familiarise self with the Code of Conduct and how it is applicable to own role/position within the organisation.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate:

• Demonstrated experience of technical leadership, collaboration, and delivery.
• Substantial and broad experience in mine waste and tailings.
• 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.
• 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.
• The ability to interpret and monitor results and use a variety of tools to monitor and design geotechnical structures and assist clients with operational requirements.
• Ability to manage and work effectively within a team environment.
• Chartered professional with relevant body.
• 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.

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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.
• Health & Wellbeing: We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Med24 offers you and your family unlimited telephone access to an NHS doctor, available 24/7, with options for face-to-face video consultations. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
• 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.
• Your development: We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP: 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.