Environmental Specialist, Water

Skeena-Gold-Silver; Canada; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Skeena-Gold-Silver is seeking an Environmental Specialist, Water to lead surface water and groundwater monitoring programs at the Eskay Creek camp in northern British Columbia. You will oversee sampling, data analysis, and regulatory reporting to support mine construction and operations.

Reporting to the Environmental Manager, you will coordinate with Indigenous partners, engineers, and field crews, maintain QA/QC, and develop improved monitoring procedures for safe, compliant operations in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field.
• Eligibility for professional designation is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence with a clean record.
• First Aid, WHMIS, TDG certifications or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to work a rotational schedule in a remote camp environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead surface water, groundwater, and environmental monitoring programs.
• Conduct sampling, field investigations, and data analysis.
• Prepare technical reports and regulatory submissions.
• Coordinate consultants, contractors, and labs; ensure QA/QC.

Skills

Water monitoring

Hydrology

Data analysis

Regulatory reporting

QA/QC

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Professional designation eligibility (P.Ag./P.Geo./RPBio/P.Eng.)

Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence

First Aid/WHMIS/TDG certifications

Ability to work in a remote camp environment

Tools

Environmental data management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

SkeenaGold + SilverLimited is a Canadian mining company with a portfolio of exploration and development projectslocatedin northwest British Columbia, Canada. Our current focus is on the revitalization of the high-grade, past-producing Eskay Creek gold-silver mine. Skeena is committed to leading the industry in reconciliation, diversity, and inclusion and we work in close collaboration with our Indigenous partners,leveragingtheir traditional knowledge and respect for the land.

As a Skeena employee, you will become part of a dynamic, innovative, and results-driven work environment. Together, alongside colleagues of diverse backgrounds and experience you will help usoperatesafely, protect the environment, positively contribute to our localcommunitiesand builda state of the artmine in Canada. Come join our team to be a part of this amazing opportunity!

Reporting to the Environmental Manager, the Environmental Specialist, Wateris responsible forleading water-related environmental monitoring programs that support mine construction and operations while ensuring compliance with environmental permits, regulatory requirements, and company standards. This role provides technicalexpertisein surface water, groundwater, hydrology, and water quality, supports water management initiatives, coordinates consultants and contractors, and contributes to continuous improvement of environmental programs.

Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

Water Monitoring & Technical Support

• Lead surface water, groundwater, and environmental monitoring programs.
• Conduct environmental sampling, field investigations, and data analysis.
• Interpret water quality, groundwater, and hydrological data to support operational and regulatory decision-making.
• Evaluate monitoring results against permit requirements, water qualityobjectives, and regulatory standards.
• Support aquatic effects monitoring and environmental studies.

Water Management & Compliance

• Support water management programs and water treatment operations.
• Coordinate surface water, groundwater,and receivingenvironmentmonitoringprograms.
• Prepare technical reports and regulatory submissions.
• Participate in environmental inspections, audits, and compliance activities.
• Support discharge authorizations and environmental permitting requirements.
• Coordinate environmental consultants, contractors, laboratories, and technical studies.
• Develop and improve environmental monitoring programs, procedures, and standard operating procedures.
• Support groundwatermonitoringwell installation, maintenance, monitoring, and decommissioning.
• Maintain accurate environmental data and ensure quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC).
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to Environmental Technicians and field personnel.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Construction, and Indigenous partners to achieve environmentalobjectives.
• Promote a culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate

Education / Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Hydrogeology, Hydrology, Geoscience, Earth Sciences, Biology, Environmental Studies, ora relateddiscipline.
• Eligibility for registration as a Professional Agrologist (P.Ag.), Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.), Registered Professional Biologist (RPBio), Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), or other applicable professional designation is considered an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Driver'sLicencewith a clean driving record.
• Occupational First Aid, Wilderness First Aid, WHMIS, and TDG certifications, or willingness to obtain.
• Ability toworka rotational schedule in a remote camp environment.

Experience / Skills

• 5+ yearsof progressive environmental experience in mining, construction, or other industrial environments.
• Experience leading surface water, groundwater, and environmental monitoring programs.
• Experience supporting water management, water treatment, environmental compliance, and regulatory reporting.
• Experience interpreting hydrological, hydrogeological, and water quality data.
• Experience coordinating consultants, contractors, and technical studies.
• Working knowledge of applicable provincial and federal environmental legislation and permitting requirements.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and environmental data management systems.
• Experience working at a remote mine site is considered an asset.

Work Location & Conditions

This is a site-based camp job at Eskay Creek Mine site. This position involves working at a remote mine site ona15dayson/13 daysoff rotation.

The Eskay Creek Revitalization Project islocatedwithin the Coast Mountains of Northwestern British Columbia and Tahltan Territory. Ground transportation will be provided from local communities to the Eskay Creek Site facilities. For those applicantslocatedelsewhere in western Canada, flight transportation from major urban centers will be provided to the Terrace or Smithers airports, from which shuttles will provide transportation to the Eskay Creek Camp facilities. Travel time and expenses are subject to Skeena's Travel Policy.

There will be exposure to extreme temperatures in all seasons including working outdoors in snow, mud, ice, and water conditions, walking to and fromdifferent locationson uneven ground, prolonged periods of standing and physically handling/lifting/moving heavy objects.

Compensation The expected hourly range for this position is CAD 45-50, in line with the competitive job market for such roles carried out in British Columbia. Salary ranges are guidelines and any job offer received by a candidate will be determined on a number of factors such as relevant education, training, and/or experience.

AllApplicants MUST be legally entitled to work in Canada. Priority hiring consideration will be given to Indigenous Nations members whoresidewithin the territories our projects arelocated.

Wethankallcandidatesfortheirinterest,however,onlythoseconsideredforaninterviewwillbecontacted.