Environment, Lead (Contract)

Summary

Reporting to the Senior Supervisor, Environment and Permitting, the Environment, Lead will be responsible for ensuring environmental compliance and implementing a variety of environmental management systems for the closed Sullivan mine in BC.

The successful candidate must possess a broad base of scientific knowledge, technical skills and environmental project management experience for analyzing and reporting environmental data, and developing and implementing environmental programs and projects. This role will support a variety of environmental activities required for the stewardship, closure and reclamation of the closed Sullivan Mine. We are specifically seeking for an individual with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and nurture positive relationships with individuals of a diverse set of backgrounds. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to be part of one of Canada's leading mining companies and join our team!

The job location can be based in Vancouver, Kimberley, BC or Calgary, AB with some travel to site at Kimberley.

Responsibilities

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety, environmental and social rules and procedures

• Be an advocate for and promote an inclusive, respectful and equitable work environment

• Provide day-to-day oversight in compliance management according to regulatory permits and environmental regulations for the Sullivan

• Lead or participate in non-compliance investigations and implement follow-up and corrective actions and reporting

• Manage external environmental consultants working on compliance monitoring, environmental assessments, biological and reclamation monitoring programs.

• Manage laboratory and field data in the environmental database software EQuIS and environmental requirements in Teck’s Siteline system

• Support the preparation of annual environmental and mine reclamation reports

• Provide oversight and implementation of Teck’s Environmental Management Systems, including systems for waste, wildlife, vegetation, and water performance

• Support water collection, monitoring, and treatment operations including field sampling activities and associated reporting

• Complete infrastructure assessment and field mapping activities and supporting updates to Teck’s GIS databases

• Provide mentorship and training in site procedures to new staff and technicians

• Support the development and review of Environmental Protection Work Plans

Qualifications

• Minimum of fice to seven years of professional experience in an environmental management, environmental assessment, or regulatory field

• Engineering or Science degree/diploma in Forestry, Biology, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related field

• Project coordination and/or management experience

• Field sampling experience including a variety of media (e.g., water, soil) and sampling methodologies (e.g., pumps, instrumentation)

• Understanding and experience in environmental monitoring and best management practices in BC, experience with mining projects and industrial operations would be an asset

• Experience with water management and treatment operations is an asset

• Experience engaging with regulators and COIs is an asset

• Excellent organizational and communication skills

• Experience using databases and software packages including MS Word, Excel, and Power Point is required

• Able to build and nurture positive working relationships

About Teck

At Teck, we value diversity. Our teams work collaboratively and respect each person’s unique perspective and contribution. Qualified applicants interested in joining dynamic team are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter electronically. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Teck is a diversified resource company committed to responsible mining and mineral development with major business units focused on copper, steelmaking coal and zinc, as well as investments in energy assets. Teck has been named one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for the six consecutive years. Teck has also been named to the Forbes list of the World’s Best Employers for the past two years and is one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, its shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbols TECK.A and TECK.B and the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol TECK.

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