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4.0
  • 50,000 - 100,000 employees

Civil Engineer Mine Tailings (Start ASAP)

Location details

On-site

  • Australia

    Australia

    • Western Australia

      Perth

Location

Perth

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Opportunity details

  • Opportunity typeGraduate Job or Program
  • SalaryAUD 75,000 - 78,000 / Year
  • Number of vacancies4 vacancies
  • Application open dateApply by 26 Oct 2023
  • Start dateStart date ASAP

At WSP, we are committed to nurturing and developing the next generation of diverse Changemakers through mentorship and structured development programs. Being part of an inclusive global firm, you will have access to a variety of opportunities, and the support you need to progress your career and make your mark from day one. 

In this role, you’ll work utilise you Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering degree with the Mine Waste team. This is an opportunity for you to join a supportive, high performing team, fostering your personal growth as a Tailings Consultant.

Mining

The mining industry has a pivotal role to play in the green transition, and WSP's team of dedicated mining professionals are supporting the industry in delivering the metals and minerals required for a greener future, in a sustainable and responsible manner. We consider environmental, social and governance factors in tandem with engineering and design decisions that results in more sustainable and resilient solutions. We are experts in our field, and we are passionate about mining.

What you’ll do:

  • Travelling to site to oversee construction of tailings storage facility designs developed by our Mine Waste team
  • Interpreting results from laboratory testing and preparing summary reports
  • Developing a basis for defensible soil strength parameters, using laboratory and field results
  • Undertaking screening level and detailed design analyses to support the design of tailings storage facilities and other earth structures
  • Developing designs for tailings storage facilities and other earth structures
  • Assist with project planning and preparation of technical deliverables
  • Preparing and delivering technical reports on time
  • Undertaking design assessments, including stability and seepage analyses
  • Preparation of technical deliverables such as proposals and reports
  • Following technical specifications and implementing design changes while on site
  • Working with other professionals in project teams
  • Conducting general field, laboratory and office assignments under supervision
  • Undertaking site and QA/QC activities
  • Identifying safety hazards and reporting OH&S incidents
  • Completing inductions and pre-requisites as required
  • Conducting all work to satisfy company, client and government conditions, policies, procedures, regulations and standards

About you:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
  • Basic analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Enthusiasm for fieldwork with practical experience
  • Ability to work efficiently autonomously and in a team environment
  • Good attention to detail and time management ability

About WSP

WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consulting firms, bringing together approximately 5,000 talented people across 14 offices in Australia. We are technical experts who design and provide strategic advice on sustainable solutions and engineer Future ReadyTM projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come. wsp.com/au

Our vibrant workplace culture is an important part of what makes our firm a great place to work. Join the Emerging Professionals Network, an active group focused on helping you to develop your leadership skills and professional networks.

WSP prioritises the health and wellbeing of our people by offering flexible working, paid parental leave, opportunities for global mobility, purchased additional leave, and competitive remuneration among many more benefits designed to help you shine.

We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equal opportunity workplace. We promote Indigenous voices and are actively delivering a ‘Stretch’ level Reconciliation Action Plan. Accredited by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency as an Employer of Choice, we also support the LGBTQI+ community, and encourage all employees to bring their whole selves to work.

Think this could be the opportunity for you? Apply now to begin your journey with WSP

Work rights

The opportunity is available to applicants in any of the following categories.

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Qualifications & other requirements

You should have or be completing the following to apply for this opportunity.

Degree or Certificate
Qualification level
Qualification level
Bachelor or higher
Institution location
From an institution in
Australia
Study field
Study field (any)

Hiring criteria

  • Experience requirementNo experience required
  • Working rights
    Australian Citizen
  • Study fields
    Engineering & Mathematics
  • Degree typesBachelor or higher
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Reviews

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Graduate
Sydney
5 months ago

Good variety of work

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Graduate
Sydney
5 months ago

Working on projects

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Graduate
Brisbane
5 months ago

I get a broad range of work as a structural engineer in the transport team, such as detailed design, tenders, business cases etc.

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About the employer

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WSP Australia

Rating

4.0

Number of employees

50,000 - 100,000 employees

Industries

Engineering Consulting

Empower your career while making a meaningful impact! Join WSP, a team of 54,000 professionals dedicated to engineering sustainable solutions.

Pros and cons of working at WSP Australia

Pros

  • Flexible work arrangements: "Very flexible, I can pick my hours as long as I complete the set hours by the end of the week."

  • Supportive team culture: "The people are very nice and kind here. They care very much about my well-being."

  • Opportunities to work on diverse projects: "WSP works on a broad variety of projects, leading to diverse and rewarding work."

  • Work-life balance: "Flexible work hours, lots of people have different work arrangements and it all works fine."

  • Learning and development: "The best thing about working at WSP is the amount of exposure junior engineers get working on different aspects of engineering projects."

Cons

    • High turnover rate: "The high turnover rate."

    • Workload imbalances: "The hours and expectations can be very consuming, and sometimes the pressure of utilisation is a burden."

    • Inconsistent team dynamics: "Team dynamic, salaries, progression differs from team to team and depending on your manager."

    • Career progression: "The progression/promotion process is quite time-consuming and a lot of effort. There doesn't appear to be a lot of flexibility to finish your graduate role early"

    • Graduates on the same pay: "I don't think we do bonuses, and my last pay rise moved me to the same rate as all other 2nd year graduates, most of whom I have more experience. However, I did receive a mid-year pay rise last week, which I appreciate"