Advisor Permitting, Surface

Newmont Corporation; Dease Lake; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Newmont’s Red Chris operation in northern British Columbia invites a Permitting Specialist to support safe and compliant mining activities. The role focuses on administering Permit to Work (PTW) systems, reviewing and issuing permits, and ensuring proper documentation across mining and construction activities.

Working at Red Chris offers a remote, fly‑in, fly‑out work environment with a strong safety culture and collaboration with local teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in permitting, operations, mining, or industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of safety systems and risk management processes.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and procedures.
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer Permit to Work (PTW) systems for safe site access.
• Ensure timely review and issuance of permits across mining and construction activities.
• Facilitate mapping and planning processes, including identifying work areas and permit requirements.
• Verify documentation such as risk assessments, isolation plans, and lifting procedures.
• Monitor compliance with PTW requirements through inspections, audits, and site interactions.
• Maintain accurate records and support reporting requirements.
• Identify and elevate safety risks or process gaps.
• Support continuous improvement of PTW systems and practices.

Skills

Permitting experience

Mining environment

Safety systems

Risk management

Attention to detail

Communication

Job description

Workplace Type: Onsite

Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world‑class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.

Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world‑class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference. Red Chris is an open‑pit copper‑gold mine in the famous Golden Triangle of northern British Columbia, situated on the traditional territory of the Tahltan Nation. As a fly‑in, fly‑out operation, Red Chris is reached via charter flights from multiple locations in BC and Alberta, with teams working on a rotational schedule. Currently an active open‑pit producer, Red Chris is poised for an exciting transformation – we are developing a high‑value underground block cave that will extend the mine’s life for decades and unlock even more resources. The remote location fosters a close‑knit "camp" community where safety and teamwork come first. Working at Red Chris offers an adventurous career at the frontier of mining innovation, with the opportunity to shape a major expansion while enjoying the natural beauty of northern Canada. Our team values strong partnerships with local First Nations and is committed to operating in a safe, inclusive and environmentally responsible way.

Your Impact

Play a critical role in enabling safe, compliant, and efficient mining operations by ensuring all permitting processes are executed effectively. You will help safeguard people, the environment, and project timelines by supporting best‑in‑class governance and regulatory compliance.

As Part of Our Team, You Will

• Coordinate and administer Permit to Work (PTW) systems for safe site access
• Ensure timely review and issuance of permits across mining and construction activities
• Facilitate mapping and planning processes, including identifying work areas and permit requirements
• Verify documentation such as risk assessments, isolation plans, and lifting procedures
• Monitor compliance with PTW requirements through inspections, audits, and site interactions
• Maintain accurate records and support reporting requirements
• Identify and elevate safety risks or process gaps
• Support continuous improvement of PTW systems and practices

Prerequisites for Your Success in This Role

• Experience in permitting, operations, mining, or industrial environments
• Strong understanding of safety systems and risk management processes
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and procedures
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence

Your Work Environment

• Permitting, operations, mining, or industrial environments
• Safety systems and risk management processes
• Managing multiple priorities
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and procedures
• Safety, compliance, and operational excellence
• Work schedule is a two week on, two week off rotation

At Newmont, our people are our strength and we're committed to a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace. If you're passionate about doing work that matters, join Newmont and help shape the future of mining.

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