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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 29 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 Manager Environment the Lead Environment provides leadership in regulatory compliance and environmental performance improvement at Line Creek Operations (LCO) focusing on strengthening systems processes and data quality to proactively address environmental risk through preventative programs and the effective management of LCOs Health Safety Environment Communities and Human Rights (HSEC&HR) Management System. Working within the HSEC&HR framework this role translates standards and requirements into practical implementable processes that enable consistent performance across LCO facilitates incident investigations supports field and office-based risk assessments coordinates implementation of legal and compliance obligations and drives the development tracking and effectiveness of corrective actions to ensure ongoing environmental compliance and performance improvement. The role is responsible for delivering accurate decision-ready environmental performance insights ensuring data integrity identifying trends and highlighting priority risk areas to inform leadership decisions.
To be successful we are looking for a self-motivated team player with excellent leadership organization and facilitation abilities; someone with the ability to manage challenging priorities and can move processes forward. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in operations management systems such as ISO14001data analysis and environmental compliance. This person will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across all levels of multidisciplinary teams. This role presents a diverse range of challenges across multiple subject areas and requires a critical thinker with exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. Lastly you will be a process-oriented individual with strong organizational and time management skills.
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 EVRs standards and policies
- Manage maintain and contribute to the continuous improvement of the Environmental Management System (EMS) to achieve adherence to regulatory requirements and alignment with HSEC&HR standards
- Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of HSEC&HR standards by translating requirements into practical processes tools and tracking mechanisms that enable consistent execution
- Collaborate closely with departments to develop or improve controls that address environment compliance obligations and risks
- Track and report on progress against environmental performance metrics
- Facilitate multidisciplinary problem-solving sessions related to compliance and known risk sources to implement a variety of corrective and preventive action plans
- Build and conduct effectiveness reviews assurance checks and proactively identify areas of improvement
- Track and report on progress against environmental performance metrics
- Provide visible field leadership through frequent collaboration in the field and across departments
Requirements:
- Degree or diploma in Engineering or Science; an environmental related field is preferred
- Hold a professional designation and meet the BC provincial requirements of a qualified professional for applicable programs is an asset
- Minimum five years experience providing technical direction on environmental risks and challenges associated with resource management. Experience within a mining or industrial setting is considered an asset
- Confident with influencing and supporting practical and process change across various disciplines and departments. Coordinate activities to foster a culture of environmental awareness and accountability
- Experience with permit implementation developing and implementing compliance programs and the development and implementation of Environmental Management Systems is an asset
- Technical knowledge of federal and provincial compliance practices and regulations related to water and air quality waste management spill response wildlife fisheries and remediation.
- Excellent project management experience with a track record that includes managing teams and technical direction of multiple projects and budgets
- Proficient in environmental data management analysis reporting and environmental databases
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License or equivalent
$108000 - $133000 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.
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 view at .
About Company
Learn how the Horne Smelter in Rouyn-Noranda recovers copper responsibly, reduces emissions, and supports its community as part of Glencore.
