Senior Backfill Engineer
Senior Backfill Engineer
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Job Description
As a Senior Backfill Engineer at WSP you will play a critical role in supporting mining infrastructure and process engineering projects across South Africa and globally. This role involves conceptual to detailed engineering design laboratory testing support process development and project management for backfill tailings disposal and mine infrastructure systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform conceptual feasibility and detailed engineering design work.
- Support the development of laboratory testing protocols.
- Assist in laboratory and process team R&D initiatives.
- Conduct fieldwork data analysis and engineering calculations.
- Develop write and review equipment specifications.
- Provide mentorship to junior engineers.
- Write and review proposals technical memoranda and reports.
- Perform Project Management or Engineering Management duties as required.
- Conduct audits and troubleshooting of existing mine infrastructure systems.
- Provide on-site supervision during construction phases when required.
- Lead and drive plant commissioning activities.
- Ensure compliance with South African Health Safety & Environmental (HSE) regulations and WSP policies.
- Travel to project sites as required.
What We Offer:
- Competitive remuneration package aligned with industry standards.
- Comprehensive employee benefits including medical aid and retirement contributions.
- Professional development opportunities through training mentorship and technical conferences.
- Opportunity to work on local and international mining projects.
- A collaborative and innovative work environment within a global consulting firm.
Qualifications :
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelors or masters degree in Chemical Metallurgical or Process Engineering.
- 15 years of experience in mining consulting or operations with a strong background in backfill plants tailings disposal systems mine infrastructure material handling or comminution processes.
- Proven expertise in the design and operation of hydraulic fill paste fill and cemented rockfill plants.
- Experience in establishing laboratory testing protocols for paste backfill operations thickening filtration rheology and unconfined compressive strength testing.
- Ability to develop underground backfill distribution systems and slurry transport models.
- Valid drivers license (South Africa) and willingness to travel.
- Professional Engineering registration with ECSA (or eligibility for registration).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Microsoft Project and other relevant engineering software.
- Safety-focused mindset with a strong commitment to compliance and risk management.
- Excellent organisational written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong leadership and teamwork capabilities.
Additional Information :
WHATS IN IT FOR YOU
Work-life balance
At WSP we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. Its 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.
Your development
We understand the importance of development and training to you. Thats why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth whether through training mentoring or Chartership.
#WeAreWSP
Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Remote
