WSP Group

In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.

When considering a career move it’s vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong. See what WSP stands for in 2024 and beyond…

To find out more about our Earth and Environment business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: www.wsp.com/en-gl/sectors/environment

We are seeking a Geotechnical / Rock Mechanics Engineer to join our team to support a variety of Geotechnical / Rock Mechanics projects in the Mining, Infrastructure and GeoEnergy sectors.

We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!

In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.

When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong.

To find out more about our business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Who We Are | WSP (https://www.wsp.com/en-gb/who-we-are)

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Work-life balance?

WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important – whether that’s for your families, friends, or yourself.

Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Diversity?

We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

Our employee resource groups VIBE (LGBTQ+ employees), CREED (Championing Racial Equality and Ethnic Diversity) and our Gender Balance Group, in tandem with WSP’s Neurodiverse Community Group, WSP Connect Group (visible and non-visible disabilities) help us promote the right environment for you to reach your full potential.

Health & Wellbeing?

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Med24 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation.

Flex your time?

For improved work life balance, WSP offers the “WSP Hour” which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day. We also offer part time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development?

We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that’s why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that’s chartership, training or mentoring.

APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP!

#WeAreWSP

Here 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.

Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.

• Working on the delivery of open pit and underground mine geotechnical services projects

• Rock mass characterisation, including analyses and interpretation of borehole and laboratory data to characterise material and fracture properties for use in geotechnical design

• Rock mass classification using standard industry tools such as Q, RMR and GSI and statistical analysis

• Development of ground models using 3D modelling packages such Leapfrog Geo

• Rock mass stability assessments using empirical, analytical and numerical tools for rock slopes and underground excavations

• Geotechnical analysis with numerical modelling software including Itasca (FLAC2D, FLAC3D, UDEC, 3DEC) Rocscience suite, FracMan

• Availability to travel in the UK and internationally to deliver projects to our clients, promoting and presenting WSP in a professional manner at all times in line with our code of conduct and professional expectations associated with your role.

• Field work for geotechnical core logging and site inspections during ground investigations and rock face mapping

• Liaise with the global mining and ground engineering networks, which includes specialists within WSP both nationally and internationally

YOUR TEAM

• You will be joining a multidisciplinary team of experts in the UK, with a strong link with our global mining and ground engineering business in delivering work to our clients within all WSP regions.

• You will collaborate with talented and diverse professionals for delivering a range of projects across the mining industry (open pit and underground mines), through to infrastructure (tunnel and cavern engineering, shaft sinking), and the energy sector (underground gas storage, hydropower, geothermal).

• Our Mining team helps clients optimise performance, boost profitability, and operate responsibly. We have a comprehensive understanding of the mining industry and current issues including decarbonisation and understand future ready strategies are critical to countering these issues, capitalising on opportunities, and adding value to businesses.

• Relevant (post-degree) experience

• Willingness and desire to learn and apply methods for solving rock engineering problems

• Familiarity with process and concepts for ground characterisation and geotechnical design

• Bachelor’s degree and a postgraduate qualification in rock mechanics or geotechnical engineering,

• Registered Professional Membership or working towards.

• Knowledge of numerical modelling software including Itasca (FLAC2D, FLAC3D, UDEC ,3DEC) and Rocscience suite

• Programming language experience using Python and CAD knowledge using Rhino / Grasshopper will be an asset

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

• Analytical and problem-solving skills