Principal Tailings Engineer
Core
Provide technical leadership and advisory services for tailings storage facilities and mine waste projects across the full asset lifecycle.
Role type
Principal Tailings Engineer (Senior IC with mentorship)
Builds
Tailings governance frameworks, risk management systems, and regulatory compliance strategies for mining clients.
Domain
Mining / Geotechnical Engineering / Dam Safety
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Tailings engineering, earthworks design, embankment design, seepage management, stability assessment, water management, dam safety, regulatory compliance (GISTM/ANCOLD/CDA), client advisory, team leadership, business development
Preferred skills
Postgraduate qualifications in engineering, Chartered Engineer status (CPEng/RPEQ/RPEV), international project experience
Technologies
GISTM, ANCOLD Guidelines, CDA Dam Safety Guidelines
Responsibilities
Lead multidisciplinary teams in planning and design of tailings management facilities; Act as technical advisor on risk management and dam safety; Lead or contribute to Independent Technical Reviews and Engineer of Record support; Provide strategic guidance on regulatory implementation; Mentor junior engineers; Represent the firm at industry forums.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic advisory and mentorship