Principal Engineer (Tailings/Geotechnical), Brisbane

Lead tailings design and delivery across the full project life cycle.

This senior role suits a practical, people‑first engineer who enjoys setting direction, lifting standards and mentoring others. You will provide technical leadership on tailings and waste facilities from early studies through detailed design and construction, with a focus on quality, efficiency and collaboration.

About the Role

Review, design, construction support and remediation of tailings structures across study, design and construction stages

Run desk-based studies and due diligence reviews using data from multiple sources

Lead scoping and pre‑feasibility studies and develop pragmatic, buildable solutions

Design and supervise waste facilities with sound geotechnical and water management inputs

Project management and coordination across scope, schedule, budget and risk About You

Degree in Engineering with geotechnical or civil specialisation

10+ years’ relevant experience in mining projects, with tailings design/build/maintenance exposure

Strong technical ability in tailings management, geotechnics, heap leaching and water management

Confident reviewing analyses and reports, and conducting audits

Proven stakeholder skills and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently

Leadership and people management experience, including mentoring and team development

Comfortable contributing to business development and client relationship growth

Brisbane based or open to relocate (support available)

What’s in it for You?

Senior role with technical sign-off, mentoring scope and real influence

Work across a diverse portfolio of mining and waste facility projects

Hybrid working, supportive culture and approachable leadership

Professional development and clear pathways for progression

Competitive salary package and relocation assistance if required

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