Tailings / Engineer of Record (EOR):
Focused on Safe, Compliant and Long-Term Performance
Tailings storage facilities are among the most critical and high-risk components of mining operations, requiring rigorous engineering, continuous oversight, and long-term performance management. WML provides integrated tailings engineering and Engineer of Record services that focus on safety, compliance, and operational reliability across the full facility lifecycle.
We work closely with clients to ensure tailings infrastructure is designed, constructed, and managed with clear technical understanding and defensible engineering decisions. Our approach combines geotechnical expertise with practical construction experience to deliver solutions that prioritise stability, seepage control, and long-term environmental performance.
What We Offer
Engineer of Record (EOR) Services & Operational Support
We provide ongoing Engineer of Record services to maintain continuity between design intent and on-ground outcomes. This includes construction support, quality assurance, review of operational performance, and ongoing monitoring recommendations to ensure long-term facility integrity.
Geotechnical Investigation & Modelling
Our team undertakes targeted geotechnical investigations and advanced modelling to understand foundation conditions, material behaviour, and structural performance. This supports accurate risk assessment and informed design decisions throughout the project lifecycle.
Tailings Facility Design & Concept Development
We deliver concept through to detailed design for tailings storage facilities, ensuring designs are aligned with site conditions, operational requirements, and regulatory expectations. This includes dam layout, staging strategies, and integration with overall mine planning.
WA Mining Expertise
Western Australia’s mining environment places significant demand on tailings storage design due to scale, climate conditions, and regulatory expectations. WML brings deep local experience across mining regions, supporting tailings facilities from early concept development through to operational and closure phases.
Our work integrates geotechnical, civil, and earthworks expertise, allowing us to understand both the technical and practical constraints of construction in WA conditions. We regularly support major mining operators and infrastructure owners in managing tailings risks while maintaining operational efficiency and compliance.
We are experienced in working within evolving regulatory frameworks and understand the importance of clear documentation, consistent oversight, and long-term accountability for tailings performance.
Expertise in cut-and-fill planning and material reuse to reduce costs and environmental impact.
Integrated geotechnical and civil engineering solutions for reliable, constructible designs.
Site-specific, practical recommendations for efficient earthworks execution.
Collaborative approach keeping clients informed and projects on track.
Contact us to get started.
Whether you’re planning a new mine, upgrading underground operations, or monitoring slope and backfill stability, WML Consulting Engineers provides geotechnical mining solutions tailored to Western Australian conditions.
📞 Contact our team today to discuss your geotechnical mining requirements.