Principal Mining Engineer

Principal Mining Engineer

Full-Time 85500 - 104500 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead innovative mining engineering projects and deliver complex studies.
  • Company: Join WSP, a global leader in sustainable solutions and innovation.
  • Benefits: Enjoy work/life flexibility, health programs, and strong career pathways.
  • Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values collaboration and inclusion.
  • Why this job: Shape communities and make a positive impact through your work.
  • Qualifications: Bachelor's in Mining Engineering and 10+ years of experience required.

The predicted salary is between 85500 - 104500 $ per year.

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.

You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives.

You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

WSP's Mine Advisory team partners with clients across Australia and globally to deliver innovative mining solutions throughout the project lifecycle.

As our project portfolio continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Principal Mining Engineer to join our team and play a key role in the delivery of complex mining studies, technical advisory projects, due diligence reviews, and mine design solutions across both underground and open pit operations.

As a Principal Mining Engineer you'll

  • Lead and deliver mining engineering projects across study phases including concept, pre-feasibility and feasibility studies.
  • Develop mine designs, schedules, equipment selections, and capital and operating cost estimates, with a particular focus on underground coal mining projects.
  • Oversee all aspects of project delivery, including proposals, contracts, scope management, technical quality, and project reviews.
  • Provide technical input into due diligence reviews and support mergers and acquisitions activities.
  • Support business development activities and identify growth opportunities.

What you'll bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.
  • 10+ years of mining engineering experience.
  • Experience in underground and/or open pit mining, with underground experience highly regarded.
  • Advanced mine design and scheduling software skills.
  • Excellent communication, report writing and stakeholder engagement skills.

Why WSP?

Imagine a better future for you, and for us all.

Joining WSP means becoming part of a global team of over 73,000, united by a shared passion for making a positive impact.

  • Deliver work that genuinely shapes communities, grounded in WSP's mission to provide sustainable solutions with deep environmental and social responsibility.
  • Join WSP's Mine Advisory team, an industry leading and internationally recognised team delivery exceptional quality of work across the mining sector
  • Grow in a culture built on collaboration, inclusion, and belonging, where diverse perspectives power innovation and employees feel valued and supported.
  • Enjoy work/life flexibility and strong career pathways, plus global mobility, health and wellbeing programs, and social initiatives.

Discover more on our https://www. wsp. com/en-au/careers/why-join-us/employee-benefits page

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Principal Mining Engineer employer: WSP

WSP is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and inclusive work environment in Brisbane where you can significantly impact major infrastructure and asset management decisions. With a strong commitment to employee growth, flexible working arrangements, and a vibrant workplace culture that values diversity and innovation, WSP provides clear pathways for career progression while supporting your professional development through exposure to a diverse portfolio of strategic advisory projects.

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Contact Details:

WSP Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Principal Mining Engineer

Mining Engineering
Mine Design
Project Delivery
Cost Estimation
Underground Coal Mining
Advanced Mine Design Software
Stakeholder Engagement