Graduate/Project Tailings Engineer

About the role

Provide office-based support to senior staff in the Nottingham office working on a range of mining projects. The type of work will help develop this person towards chartered status and is envisaged to include the following: Support tendering activities / proposal writing Planning, procurement and management of site investigations Oversee installation of geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring of readings Numerical modelling Factual reporting Interpretive reporting Production of detailed designs and specifications Production of tender documents and bills of quantities Construction supervision Whilst some projects will be based in the local area, the role may also involve supervision of projects in other locations throughout the UK and overseas for periods of up to 3 months at a time. SLR are global leaders in Sustainability Solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with 4000+ employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. Our 'one team' culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 day's annual leave, with additional flexible bank holidays, we offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, with family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and home life. About you Essential: Minimum degree (BEng/BSc/MEng) in Geotechnical / Civil / Mining Engineering or other related engineering subject, or relevant MSc Graduate level ICE/IMMM membership or above (equivalent for overseas candidates) Good understanding of the principles of engineering and/or mining Appreciation of importance of a safe working environment Full UK driving license Good numerical skills are required. Good at both verbal and written communications. Flexibility to work away from home for extended periods of time. Willing to work on site in all conditions Motivated for Continued Professional Development (CPD) Embraces SLR's 'one-team' culture Desirable: Knowledge of numerical modelling using geotechnical package GeoStudio, Plaxis or any other industry standard software. Experience in using CAD, GIS and BIM. Knowledge of standard forms of contract, specifications and bills of quantities Graduate membership of either ICE or IMMM (or equivalent professional engineering governing body for overseas candidates) Can demonstrates previous examples where initiative has been used to solve a problem Can demonstrates previous examples of leadership Confidence to express an opinion and raise queries / concerns where appropriate Ability to lead on projects and when required instruct Willing to take on task outside of their normal role, such as organising / present at a lunch and learn Willingness to learn another language Culture & Inclusion at SLR We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expe