Technical Lead | Tailings & Mine Waste | Senior Geotechnical Engineer We are seeking an accomplished Senior Level Geotechnical Engineer / Geotechnical professional to join our growing Mine Waste team . You’ll work alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams on geotechnical engineering, and mine waste projects significant projects while contributing to the continued growth and development of our mine waste capabilities. We want our people to grow with the business, build meaningful relationships and make a lasting contribution – not simply be part of the team, but help build the future of Equilibrium.

As Technical

Lead, Mine Waste , you’ll lead the delivery of tailings and mine waste projects, provide technical direction and work closely with experienced multidisciplinary teams. You’ll have the opportunity to further develop your technical technical leadership, geotechnical engineering, project management, and client relationship and leadership capability, build trusted client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of Equilibrium’s Mine Waste practice.

Lead Projects : Lead the geotechnical investigations, design, coordination, and delivery of tailings, waste rock spoils, and other mine waste projects, confirming safe work practices, schedule, budget, and client requirements are met.

Lead Technical Excellence: Manage technical quality of all aspects of projects, applying sound engineering judgement, providing technical direction, and maintaining knowledge of industry best practices.

Champion Facility Safety : Lead dam safety and spoil inspections, dam safety reviews, and other technical assessments, providing risk-informed recommendations and supporting client’s safety management programs.

Develop People: Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and technical review to junior staff,



supporting professional development and career growth. Manage client and stakeholder relationships and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams (geotechnical engineers, mining engineers, hydrogeologists, structural geologists), contractors, regulators, rightsholders, and global technical specialists. Contribute to proposals, client pursuits, and opportunity development, helping grow Equilibrium’s Mine Waste practice.

Drive Best Practice: Promote industry best practices and continuous improvement. 10+ years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering, mining, engineering consulting, mine waste, tailings, or project delivery. ~ Experience in dam safety reviews or experience within an Engineer of Record team (lead or deputy) is a plus. ~ Strong technical judgement, leadership, and project delivery skills. ~ Robust interpersonal and emotional intelligence, with the ability to communicate thoughtfully, build trust, provide constructive technical feedback, and navigate challenging situations with empathy. ~ Bi-lingual (English and French) communication ability is an asset. ~ Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering (Civil, Geotechnical, Geological, or related discipline). ~ Demonstrated experience in business development and building long-term client relationships. ~ Willingness to travel to mine sites as required. Technical excellence. Equilibrium is a specialist technical consultancy serving the global mining and natural resources sectors.





We bring together expertise in geotechnical engineering, structural geology, and hydrogeology, to solve complex technical challenges and deliver practical solutions for our clients. Founded by internationally respected technical leaders, we combine deep technical expertise with a practical, solutions-focused approach and close client relationships. Technical excellence is at the heart of what we do.

More than half of our team are women, reflecting the inclusive and collaborative culture we are building at Equilibrium. We want people to feel heard, supported and empowered to contribute — whether that’s sharing an idea, challenging an assumption or helping a colleague succeed. Our values — excellence, transparency, diversity and mindfulness of our impact — guide how we work with each other, serve our clients and contribute to our communities and the planet.

Canada $145,000 – $175,000 CAD per year + Benefits + Bonus USA $140,000 – $165,000 USD per year + Benefits + Bonus Australia $170,000 – $200,000 AUD per year + Superannuation + Bonus Flexible and remote-based arrangements will be considered for the right individual, depending on location and project requirements. Periodic domestic and/or international travel may be required for project assignments, meetings, training, client engagements, field investigations, and other business purposes, including travel to remote project and mine sites. Depending on project or client requirements, the role may require security, background, criminal record, drug and alcohol, or other screening.

Geotechnical

Engineering | Mine Waste | Tailings Dams | Dam Safety | Engineer of Record | Waste Rock | Geotechnical Investigations | Geotechnical Design | Risk Assessment | Project Delivery | Technical Leadership #

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