Environmental Technician

JDS Energy & Mining; Marathon; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

JDS Energy & Mining seeks a proactive Environmental Technician to support environmental monitoring and compliance at a mining project. This camp-based FIFO role provides full camp accommodations and requires strict adherence to safety and environmental policies.

Responsibilities include monitoring programs for water and air, data management, report preparation for regulators, and collaboration with operations and engineering teams to ensure permit compliance.

Qualifications

• Proactive, safety-focused environmental technician.
• Experience with environmental monitoring programs.
• Familiarity with permits and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Execute environmental monitoring programs (surface water, groundwater, effluent, air quality).
• Collect, record, and manage environmental data using standardized procedures.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly environmental reports for internal teams and regulators.
• Maintain and calibrate environmental monitoring equipment and field instruments.
• Collaborate with site operations, engineering teams, and environmental specialists.

Skills

Environmental sampling

Data management

Equipment calibration

Regulatory compliance

Job description

About the Role

JDS Energy & Mining is seeking a proactive, safety-focused Environmental Technician to support environmental monitoring and compliance activities at a mining project in the interior of British Columbia. This is a camp-based, fly-in/fly-out (FIFO) position operating on a rotational schedule, with full camp accommodations provided while on site. The Environmental Technician will execute field-based environmental programs and ensure compliance with provincial and federal regulations. This role is critical in supporting responsible resource development by implementing monitoring programs, identifying environmental risks, and ensuring that site activities align with environmental management plans and permit conditions.

All employees are expected to promote and adhere to The JDS Way:

• Accept No Mediocrity
• Conduct Business Professionally, Ethically, and Practically
• Be True to Our Word
• Uphold the Highest Standards of Leadership, Teamwork, and Accountability
• Maintain Open and Honest Communication
• Ensure No Harm to people, the environment, assets, or reputation

Key Responsibilities

• Execute environmental monitoring programs, including surface water, groundwater, effluent, and air quality sampling
• Conduct routine environmental inspections to ensure compliance with permits, licenses, and regulatory requirements
• Collect, record, and manage environmental data using standardized procedures and digital systems
• Support wildlife, vegetation, and habitat monitoring programs, including documenting observations and incidents
• Inspect and maintain erosion and sediment control measures
• Assist in the implementation of environmental management and mitigation plans
• Support spill response, incident investigations, and corrective action tracking
• Maintain and calibrate environmental monitoring equipment and field instruments
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly environmental reports for internal teams and regulators
• Collaborate with site operations, engineering teams, and environmental specialists to support project execution
• Identify non-compliance issues and recommend practical, field-based solutions
• Promote environmental awareness and best practices across all site personnel
• Ensure all work is conducted safely and in alignment with company policies and project objectives