Mine Water Treatment Lead

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.A little more about your role: This role is a critical leadership position within WSP’s UK and Ireland based mining business and involves the building and development of a client focused mine water treatment team. The UK and Ireland mine water business is globally connected to other WSP regions, and it is expected that there would be significant integration with other regional teams as part of the role. Support to the current UK and Ireland mine water team is also expected to be an objective of the service.A key aspect of the role is strategic development of our client focused water stewardship initiative supporting our clients in achieving their water intensity and efficiency targets and sustainability objectives. WSP strive to be consultant of choice for our client partners. This leadership role would involve exposure to and responsibility for developing both effective client relationships and purposeful solutions to their challenges.WSP’s Mining Team is a fully integrated, multidisciplinary and global team who strive to be the consultant of choice for our clients.Our client base is global and we work internationally from all of our mining team locations. We have a mature client programme which services our key mining clients while keeping a diverse mix of projects from juniors, mid-tiers and majors.Our Mine Water team is highly engaged in Water Stewardship as a key pillar to support our clients in their journey to attain their ESG and Net Zero objectives.WSP’s Mining team has capacity to support our clients in all aspects of their development through to closure and reclamation. Our ability to form and achieve multi-disciplinary teams with experience across the mining life cycle and commodities allows us to effectively support our clients through the most challenging periods of their project development.Our professional area networks (PANs) connect our professionals globally through and organised and interactive programme. This wealth of knowledge within our technical fields provides the resources to drive innovation in our business.What we will be looking for you to demonstrate:A minimum Bachelor level qualification in process or chemical engineering (or equivalent field).Masters or PhD level qualification in relevant field.A proven track record in building, developing, and leading Mine Water Treatment teams with a strong employee retention record and substantial demonstrable professional experience.Demonstrated experience in client relationship management and business development with the ability to source projects.Demonstrated leadership in HSSE through the implementation of HSSE policies and procedures and ability to positively affect the Health and Safety culture of an organisation.Experience across various jurisdictions globally.Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the teamImagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.With us, you can. Apply today.#LI-JC3We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?Work-life balanceAt WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.Inclusivity & BelongingWe welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.Health & WellbeingWe are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.Flex your timeTo enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.Your developmentWe understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.#WeAreWSPHere at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application. Full timePosting Date: 2026-07-01