Technical Lead, Tailings & Mine Waste

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 . Our Mine Waste practice is a strategic area of growth, complementing our established rock mechanics and hydrogeology disciplines. 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.
Why Join Equilibrium?

Global reach. Specialist expertise. Real influence.

Equilibrium brings together the global reach and expertise of an established consultancy with the autonomy and agility of a specialist firm.

Here, you’ll work closely with experienced leaders, have a genuine voice in the business and see the impact of your work firsthand. As we grow, you’ll have the opportunity to take ownership, deepen your expertise in geotechnical engineering and mine waste, and play a meaningful role in shaping what comes next.

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.
The Role:

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.

You will:
- 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.
- Build Client Relationships: 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.
- Grow the Business: 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 .

What We’re Looking For:
- 10+ years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering, mining, engineering consulting, mine waste, tailings, or project delivery.
- Demonstrated experience in geotechnical design and evaluation of tailings dams, waste rock spoils, and/or co-management structures.
- 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.
- Strong interpersonal and emotional intelligence, with the ability to communicate thoughtfully, build trust, provide constructive technical feedback, and navigate challenging situations with empathy.
- Experience working with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
- Bi-lingual (English and French) communication ability is an asset.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering (Civil, Geotechnical, Geological, or rela