BBA is seeking a recognized practice leader or subject matter expert in mine tailings facility management to guide the growth of the practice and maintain technical excellence. With at least 25 years of experience, you’ll serve as the firm’s subject matter expert (SME). You may serve as a technical reviewer for the design of tailings management facilities, waste rock storage facilities and water management infrastructure.

You may also serve as Engineer of Record (EOR) for tailings storage facilities and related infrastructure. You’ll establish technical guidelines, ensure rigorous risk and quality management, advise clients at critical stages of the facility life cycle and help develop the next generation of experts. This strategic role combines technical leadership, client engagement, practice development and contributions to complex mining projects in Canada and internationally.

BBA is seeking a recognized practice leader or subject matter expert in mine tailings facility management to guide the growth of the practice and maintain technical excellence. With at least 25 years of experience, you’ll serve as the firm’s subject matter expert (SME). You may serve as a technical reviewer for the design of tailings management facilities, waste rock storage facilities and water management infrastructure.

You may also serve as Engineer of Record (EOR) for tailings storage facilities and related infrastructure. You’ll establish technical guidelines, ensure rigorous risk and quality management, advise clients at critical stages of the facility life cycle and help develop the next generation of experts. This strategic role combines technical leadership, client engagement, practice development and contributions to complex mining projects in Canada and internationally.

Serve as a technical authority and, where required, as the Engineer of Record (EOR) for mine tailings facilities and their related infrastructure

Define and refine the vision, standards, methods and tools for the mine tailings facilities management practice

Ensure technical governance,



risk management and deliverable quality for highly complex or high-stakes facilities

Lead or review design studies, safety assessments, stability analyses, water management plans, emergency preparedness plans and decommissioning strategies

Advise clients and executive management teams on critical decisions throughout the entire facility life cycle, from planning to closure

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry-recognized best practices and governance frameworks applicable to tailings facilities

Chair or contribute to independent reviews, technical audits, risk assessments and review committees

Build and maintain trusting relationships with mining companies, regulatory authorities and strategic partners

Develop business, position our service offerings and support proposal preparation for major projects

Coach, engage and mentor experts and multidisciplinary teams to ensure knowledge transfer and develop the next generation of technical professionals

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture? Constantly seeking sustainable and agile solutions

Bachelor’s degree in geological, mining or civil engineering, with a specialization in geotechnical engineering and mine tailings; a graduate degree would be an asset

At least 25 years of relevant experience in mine waste management, mining geotechnics or related infrastructure

Proven experience as an Engineer of Record (EOR), qualified person, technical manager or principal reviewer for tailings facilities

Extensive expertise in design, construction, operation, monitoring, risk management, closure and post-closure monitoring





Understanding of regulatory frameworks and industry best practices governing waste management facilities An established technical reputation among clients in the mining sector and ability to influence decisions at the executive level

Proven experience in practice development, business development and delivering complex projects

Inspiring leadership and a proven ability to mentor experts, resolve technical issues and promote knowledge sharing

Advanced English skills to facilitate collaboration with other BBA offices and/or clients in English-speaking Canadian provinces and internationally; you may need to use English occasionally or daily, depending on current projects

Advanced French skills to facilitate collaboration with other BBA offices and/or clients in Québec

Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program

Retirement savings plan

Annual vacation and sick leave

BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, including location, market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.

We invest in our people and help them develop A corporate culture that values expertise

Participation in innovative projects An inclusive culture that values diversity, respect and openness

On site and at the office: Health, safety and the environment are in our DNA For over 40 years, we’ve been pushing the boundaries of engineering to serve our clients in the Energy and Natural Resources sector. At BBA, we develop creative, flexible and sustainable solutions, from strategy to execution.

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, focused on practice (PCB), with a network of 15 offices. Our teams work closely to deliver projects that shape tomorrow’s industry at the local, national and international levels.

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📌 Practice Leader/Subject Matter Expert (SME), Mine Tailings Facility Management & Engineer of Record (Toronto)
🏢 BBA Consultants
📍 Toronto