Job Description

Overview

Join our Mining team at WSP as a Graduate in an engineering and professional advisory services environment. You will contribute to the mining life cycle from exploration and pre-feasibility through to mine closure, with opportunities to work on international projects and learn from experienced colleagues across different technical areas. This role is embedded in a multidisciplinary team with geotechnical, hydrogeology, water resources, and mine waste engineers, and involves collaboration with diverse clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to mining projects across the life cycle, including exploration, pre-feasibility, design, operation, and closure, with a focus on sustainable mining practices.
• Work on projects related to Mine Water, Mine Waste, Hydrology / Water Resource Engineering, Hydrogeology, and Geochemistry in various locations (e.g., Naas, Ireland; Birmingham or London; Sheffield/Leeds).
• Support modelling and design activities such as water balance modelling, dam break assessments, hydraulics design for mine sites, and water quality modelling.
• Engage in fieldwork and data collection, site visits (domestic and international), and development of technical documents under supervision.
• Prepare technical reports, descriptions of investigations, results, conclusions, and recommendations, and contribute to Environmental and Social Impact Assessments where applicable.
• Support business development activities, contribute to proposals, and maintain relationships with clients and internal teams; travel as required by project needs.

Qualifications

• Graduated with at least a 2:2 in a master’s or bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject for the role.
• Willingness and ability to travel in the UK and internationally, including to remote environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft packages and able to interpret and monitor results using various design tools for geotechnical structures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Enthusiasm for creativity, problem-solving, and sharing new ideas.
• Interest in pursuing Chartered status and ongoing professional development.

Benefits & Development

• Graduate Development Programme over two years with blended learning, mentoring, and opportunities for professional registration and on-the-job experience.
• Work-life balance with hybrid working options, flexible hours, and part-time arrangements where available.
• Health & wellbeing support, including Thrive programme and access to wellness benefits; inclusive culture and employee resource groups.
• Travel opportunities for project work and exposure to international teams.

To learn more about the application process and timelines, please refer to the internal Graduate brochure or website.