Tailings Design Engineer (Perth)

Job description Role Opportunity: Client-side opportunity for an experienced Tailings Design Engineer to play a key role on a key Residue Disposal Area project, supporting detailed design delivery, design assurance, and integration of technical inputs across the broader project scope. Benefits: Location: Inner city Perth offices, ad hoc site visits Engagement: ***** month contract (with potential extension) Competitive hourly rate offered Qualifications Skills: Degree qualified Civil, Geotechnical or Mining Engineer 8+ years' experience in tailings and/or large earth structure design Demonstrated experience on TSFs / dams / embankments in mining or heavy infrastructure projects Robust understanding of: o Tailings dam design principles o Liner and seepage control systems o Construction staging and constructability considerations Experience working within EPCM / Owner's Team / Consultant environments Ability to work effectively across disciplines and stakeholders Understanding of WA regulatory frameworks and approvals processes Strong written and verbal communication skills Duties Responsibilities: Contribute to the development and coordination of detailed designs for tailings storage facilities, including:
- Starter embankments and staged dam lifts
- Liner systems (HDPE, compacted clay, LCRS, underdrainage)
- Seepage mitigation, water management, and drainage infrastructure Work in close collaboration with the Engineer of Record and specialist consultants to: -Develop and refine design criteria -Facilitate design reviews and manage responses to technical feedback -Support design verification and assurance activities Coordinate engineering interfaces across dam construction, tailings deposition systems, and associated infrastructure packages Oversee and review key engineering deliverables, including: -Design documentation, drawings, specifications, and Basis of Design reports -Constructability considerations and staging methodologies Assist with governance, compliance, and assurance processes, including: -Preparation of documentation for approvals -Managing responses to independent technical reviews -Ensuring alignment with GISTM and internal engineering standards Provide technical support through early works, detailed design, and construction readiness phases Engage collaboratively with project controls, risk, and construction teams to support integrated project delivery About Our Client A leading global gold producer with a strong focus on safe, sustainable, and technically robust mining operations across large-scale, complex assets. How to Apply Click the APPLY button or contact Matt Saffioti on ************** for a confidential discussion About Titan Recruitment Titan Recruitment is an Australian-owned engineering and technology recruitment consultancy with over 25 years of industry insights. We create opportunities that connect clients and candidates. View all jobs at titanrecruitment.com.au Titan Recruitment is an advocate for Equal Employment Opportunity, and we encourage applications from all interested applicants Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rfshj