Full-Time Senior Backfill Engineer

As a Senior Backfill Engineer at WSP, you will play a critical role in supporting mining, infrastructure, and process engineering projects. This involves conceptual to detailed engineering design, laboratory testing support, process development, and project management for backfill, tailings disposal, and mine infrastructure systems.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Perform conceptual, feasibility, and detailed engineering design work.
2. Support the development of laboratory testing protocols.
3. Assist in laboratory and process team R&D initiatives.
4. Conduct fieldwork, data analysis, and engineering calculations.
5. Develop, write, and review equipment specifications.
6. Provide mentorship to junior engineers.
7. Write and review proposals, technical memoranda, and reports.
8. Perform Project Management or Engineering Management duties as required.
9. Conduct audits and troubleshooting of existing mine infrastructure systems.
10. Provide on-site supervision during construction phases.
11. Lead and drive plant commissioning activities.
12. Ensure compliance with South African HSE regulations and WSP policies.
13. Travel to project sites.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Chemical, Metallurgical, or Process Engineering.
• 15+ years of experience in mining consulting or operations.
• Proven expertise in the design and operation of hydraulic fill, paste fill, and cemented rockfill plants.
• Experience in establishing laboratory testing protocols.
• Ability to develop underground backfill distribution systems and slurry transport models.
• Valid driver’s license (South Africa) and willingness to travel.
• Professional Engineering registration with ECSA (or eligibility for registration).
• Proficient in relevant engineering software.
• Safety-focused mindset with a strong commitment to compliance and risk management.
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership and teamwork capabilities.

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