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About Mesabi Metallics

When you join the team at Mesabi Metallics you become part of a pioneering group advancing sustainable mining practices and driving innovation in the iron ore industry. Our commitment extends to providing a safe work environment supporting environmental stewardship and generatingvaluefor all stakeholders. You will be joining us at a pivotal moment in Minnesotas mining history: Mesabi Metallics cutting-edge iron ore mining and pelletization project is currently under construction. Mesabi Metallics is also building a 1.8 MTPA Direct Reduction Iron (DRI) plant to strengthen the U.S. low-carbon metallics supply chain. The DRI project is envisioned as a next-generation metallics and steel manufacturing hub aligned with the rapidly expanding U.S. electric arc furnace (EAF) steel sector.

More importantly youll be immersed in a positive supportive work environment that values your contributions and fosters your professional growth. Our culture is shaped by our core values which are sustainability integrity inclusivity innovation teamwork determination and performance and our employees are empowered to make a difference every day.

At Mesabi Metallics you are part of a legacy of excellence playing a key role in shaping the future of global infrastructure and industry.

Position Summary

The incumbent will be a senior leadership position responsible for defining governing and advancing the environmental sustainability agenda of the Groups integrated steel manufacturing operations with a strong emphasis on Direct Reduced Iron (DRI).

The role will provide strategic oversight for air quality management water stewardship wastewater treatment and noise control ensuring environmental excellence across mining DRI steelmaking rolling and allied operations. The incumbent will act as the central authority for environmental evaluation approvals and compliance for all DRI and integrated steel plant projects aligning environmental performance with business growth decarbonization goals and long-term sustainability commitments.

Job Responsibilities

• Define and lead the Groups environmental and sustainability strategy for integrated steel plants and DRI covering air emissions water management wastewater treatment solid waste and noise control.
• Serve as the single point of authority for environmental review approval and governance of all DRI-based steelmaking projects across locations.
• Integrate sustainability and environmental objectives into project design engineering construction commissioning and lifecycle management of integrated steel facilities.
• Review evaluate and approve environmental designs technologies pollution control systems and mitigation plans for new and existing DRI and steel plant projects.
• Establish and enforce group-wide environmental standards frameworks and performance benchmarks aligned with global requirements.
• Collaborate closely with engineering operations EHS metallurgy utilities and external consultants to ensure environmental controls are embedded into plant design and operations.
• Ensure full compliance with federal state and local environmental regulations (EPA air permits water permits wastewater discharge norms noise standards) as well as applicable international standards.
• Lead Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) permitting strategies regulatory submissions and stakeholder engagements for DRI and integrated steel plants.
• Monitor environmental performance and compliance across sites proactively identifying and mitigating environmental and regulatory risks.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for air emissions water consumption wastewater discharge noise and resource efficiency at plant and group levels.
• Oversee sustainability reporting ESG disclosures environmental audits and certifications aligned with global frameworks such as ESG GRI TCFD and CDP.
• Present environmental performance compliance status risk assessments and improvement roadmaps to senior leadership and the Board.
• Identify evaluate and deploy innovative technologies for pollution control water recycling waste minimization energy efficiency and low-carbon / green steel initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement programs to reduce environmental footprint enhance operational resilience and support long-term decarbonization goals.
• Build organizational capability through training awareness programs and cross-functional collaboration across integrated steel operations.

• Candidates with 20 years of progressive experience in environmental management sustainability or regulatory compliance within integrated steel plants & DRI projects.
• Proven leadership experience managing environmental programs in steel metals mining or heavy industrial environments.
• Expertise in water treatment systems recycling technologies and permitting processes.
• Strong understanding of air emissions monitoring reporting and compliance systems.
• Strong understanding of pollution control technologies for air and water systems.
• Experience with ESG reporting sustainability frameworks and environmental audits.
• Excellent leadership communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and decision-making ability.

• Bachelors degree in Environmental Environmental Science Chemical Civil Engineering or equivalent filed.
• Masters degree in Environmental Engineering Sustainability or Business Management is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• None

• $140000 - $160000 annually depending on experience and qualifications.

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage with an HSA option.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with 6% company match.
• Lincoln STD LTD & Life Insurance: Coverage provided by Mesabi Metallics.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): 0-5Years: 120hoursperyear.
  5-10Years:160hoursperyear.
  10Years: 200hoursperyear.
  Plus 9 paid holidays.

Mesabi Metallics Company LLC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued respected and empowered to contribute to our success.