Location
London, Birmingham, Sheffield, Leeds, Naas (Ireland)

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive salary package

About the Role
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. Join our dynamic Mining team who are drivers of change, guiding our clients towards sustainable mining practices. Critical minerals and mining play a vital role in the low carbon future as clean energy technologies such as wind, solar and batteries are more material intensive than traditional fossil-fuel-based energy systems. We are looking for graduates with a flexible approach and an appetite to learn in a leading Engineering and Professional Advisory services consultancy. You will enjoy working in a collaborative environment applying your skills to a diverse range of clients and projects.

We are recruiting graduates for the following services and locations:
- Mine Water – Hydrology / Water resources engineering, Hydrogeology and Geochemistry – Naas (Ireland), Birmingham or London
- Mine Waste – Naas (Ireland), Sheffield, Leeds, Birmingham or London

As a graduate in our Mining team, you will contribute to all parts of the mining life cycle, from exploration and pre-feasibility through to mine closure, supporting clients to move towards sustainable mining practices. This role offers opportunities to work on international projects, learning from experienced colleagues with diverse technical expertise.

Projects you may contribute to include:
- Water balance models and water management plans for mining organisations in the UK and Europe
- Modelling for dam break assessments and environmental impact evaluations in Europe
- Detailed engineering designs of hydraulic structures for mine sites
- Operational and closure water quality modelling globally
- Passive mine water treatment for abandoned historic metal mines
- Contributions to Environmental and Social Impact Assessments in Greenland and West Africa
- Numerical modelling to update mine models and assess inflow from planned expansions
- Designing hydrogeological field programmes for feasibility studies and monitoring in Europe

Our Mining Teams:
Mine Water
The Mine Water team includes surface water, waste, groundwater and geochemistry professionals working with leading mining clients to improve site water management and protect people and the environment.

Hydrology / Water Resource Engineering
Graduates support technical assessments and design solutions for water and drainage management, including developing hydrological models, water engineering solutions, and preparing technical documents under supervision.

Hydrogeology
Graduates gain site working experience including domestic and international field visits, sampling, monitoring, borehole drilling supervision, aquifer testing, numerical modelling, and groundwater analysis using industry software such as FEFLOW, MODFLOW, HydroBench, and AQTSOLV.

Geochemistry
Graduates work on international projects developing water quality and geochemical models, delivering mine water studies, managing environmental sample data, and contributing to technical reports reviewed by senior staff.

Mine Waste
The Mine Waste team advises on tailings and waste management approaches aligned with evolving standards throughout the mining life cycle. Graduates collaborate on international projects, contributing to geotechnical design, soil mechanics, 2D and 3D modelling, project management support, client engagement, and business development activities.

Graduate Development Programme and Future Progression
Our two-year Graduate Development programme supports your personal and professional growth through blended learning, core business and professional skills training, career workshops, mentoring for professional registration, and on-the-job experience. We encourage achieving chartered status and provide a supportive environment for career advancement.

Imagine a better future for you and for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals passionate about making a positive impact worldwide.

Experience
Graduated with at least a 2:2 in a master's or bachelor's degree in a relevant subject. No specific prior experience required but a flexible approach and appetite to learn are essential.

About you
- Ability to interpret and monitor results using various tools to design geotechnical structures and assist clients with operational requirements
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Enthusiasm for creativity and problem-solving
- Willingness to share new ideas and inspire others
- Proficient in Microsoft Office packages
- Willingness and ability to travel within the UK and internationally, including to remote environments

Qualifications
Relevant degree qualification (master's or bachelor's) in a related discipline. Professional registration encouraged and supported through mentoring and development programmes.