Lead, Environment Systems

Elkford - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 14 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

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Application Deadline: April 12 2026

What we offer:

At EVR were dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.

EVR recognizes our employees skills competencies and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.

We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.

We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

About the role:

Reporting to the Senior Lead Environment the Lead Environment Systems is responsible for the management and execution of compliance regulatory permitting and internal standards related to contaminated sites waste and air quality at our Fording River Operations this role you will have the opportunity to drive and enhance compliance and the site environmental programs.

To be successful we are looking for someone that demonstrates a balance of operational experience applied technical abilities in air quality dust mitigation waste and spill management and regulatory processes. The ideal candidate can multi-task adapting quickly in a dynamic work environment is innovative and has solutions-based critical thinking. The successful candidate will also have strong interpersonal and communication skills and be able to build and maintain relationships with the operational workforce as well as regulators and contractors.

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether its biking and skiing or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off come experience what work life balance is all about!

Benefits:

Two Annual Bonus Plans
Comprehensive Benefits Plan
Retirement Package
Health Lifestyle Account

In this role you will:

Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
Manage and support a team focused on compliance environment program execution and field compliance monitoring
Provide technical direction and field support for emerging environmental issues
Identify risks issues and challenges develop and evaluate options implement solutions
Develop annual budgets to support the completion of objectives
Collaborate with and develop and maintain working relationships with on-site groups including Engineering Processing Maintenance and Operations
Management of external consultants and collaboration with internal subject matter experts as required
Understand applicable commitments legal obligations and associated requirements to advise management decisions and activities
Prepare and submit all vital data and reports to meet regulatory and other internal commitments including presentation of technical information to a variety of audiences

Requirements:

Engineering or Science degree or diploma in an environmental related field
Holding a professional designation and meeting the BC provincial requirements of a qualified professional for applicable programs is an asset
Minimum five to eight years experience providing technical direction and influencing operational environmental related risk management and challenges associated with resource management
Technical knowledge of federal and provincial compliance practices and regulations related to air quality waste management spill response and remediation
Technical understanding of soil or water chemistry and experience with risk evaluations
Excellent project management experience with a track record that includes management and technical direction of multiple environmental projects and budgets
Strong analytical and decision-making abilities with a proven capacity in problem solving
Strong leadership organizational interpersonal and communication skills
Proficient in environmental data management analysis reporting and environmental databases
Valid Class 5 Drivers License or equivalent

$106000 - $131000 a year

The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidates relevant experience skills and competencies and considers internal equity.

To all applicants your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.

As part of our recruitment process EVR uses AI tools to assist with reviewing and summarizing candidate information. Personal information provided in your application and interview may be processed by these tools. Your information will be handled in accordance with EVRs Recruitment Privacy Policy which you can viewhere.

About EVR

EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail bridges hospitals and schools.