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 across a diverse range of clients and projects.

We are recruiting for Graduates in 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
- Dam break assessment modelling and environmental impact evaluations for European facilities
- 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 inflows 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 mining industry leaders to improve site water management and protect people and the environment.

Hydrology / Water Resource Engineering
Graduates will support technical assessments and design solutions for water and drainage management, including hydrological modelling, water engineering solutions, and preparation of technical documents under supervision.

Hydrogeology
Opportunities include site work with 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 will develop water quality and geochemical models, deliver mine water studies including environmental media sampling and laboratory data analysis, and contribute 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 will collaborate on international projects involving geotechnical structures, soil mechanics, 2D and 3D modelling, project management support, client engagement, and business development activities. This role involves working closely with multidisciplinary teams and adapting to dynamic project environments.

Graduate Development Programme and Future Progression
Our two-year Graduate Development Programme supports 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 offer strong career progression opportunities within WSP.

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

About you
- Ability to interpret and monitor results using various tools for geotechnical design and operational support
- 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 in Earth & Environment, Mining, Engineering, or related discipline. Commitment to professional development and progression towards chartered status is encouraged.