Senior -Principal Tailings Consultant WA
Senior / Principal Tailings Engineer
Location: Perth, Australia
We are partnering with a specialist tailings consultancy that is building out its team in Perth. This is a unique opportunity to join a young, high-calibre business with a strong technical leadership group and an established project portfolio across Australia.
The firm operates as a lean, expert-led consultancy focused on tailings engineering, risk, governance, and due diligence within the mining sector.
The Opportunity
This role offers the chance to work directly with senior industry leaders on a broad scope of tailings work, including:
- Tailings facility design and engineering assessments
- Independent technical reviews and audits
- Risk assessments and governance advisory
- Due diligence support for investments and operations
You will play a hands-on role across projects, with visibility and influence that would typically take longer to achieve in a larger organisation.
Who This Suits
This environment is best suited to individuals who:
- Enjoy a hands-on technical role rather than a purely managerial position
- Are comfortable working in a smaller, less structured team
- Want to take ownership and contribute to the growth of a business
- Value direct access to senior decision-makers and clients
This is not a traditional corporate setup, but rather an opportunity to be part of a growing consultancy where your impact is immediate and visible.
Requirements
- Background in tailings / geotechnical / civil engineering within mining
- Experience across design, reviews, or operational support of tailings facilities
- Strong understanding of risk, compliance, and industry standards
- Ability to operate independently and contribute in a lean team environment
What's on Offer
- Direct exposure to high-level technical work and decision-making
- Opportunity to shape your role and influence project delivery
- Flat structure with close collaboration across leadership
- Long-term growth aligned with the company's expansion
If this sounds of interest, feel free to reach out for a confidential discussion.
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