Junior Mine Permitting Specialist

WSP in Canada; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Canada is seeking a Junior Mine Permitting Specialist to develop permitting expertise while supporting mining and resource development projects. You will work with environmental scientists, engineers, and specialists to prepare assessments, regulatory applications, and data analyses.

You will grow practical consulting skills across the project lifecycle, contribute to stakeholder engagement, and participate in field activities as required, under supervision.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, biology, geography, sustainability, natural resource management, or a related discipline.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience in environmental consulting, permitting, regulatory approvals, environmental assessment, mining, or resource development; related co-op, internship, research, or academic project experience is valued.
• An interest in environmental permitting, impact assessment, regulatory processes, and sustainable resource development, supported by familiarity with provincial and federal environmental legislation.
• Ability to research, organize, analyze, and communicate environmental and technical information using Microsoft Office applications and data management tools.
• Exposure to mining, water management, reclamation, biodiversity, or Indigenous engagement concepts, with the ability to learn from multidisciplinary teams and manage concurrent deadlines.
• A commitment to health, safety, and environmental stewardship, along with a valid driver's licence and willingness to travel occasionally for project and field work.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams in interpreting permitting and regulatory requirements for mining and resource development projects.
• Contribute to regulatory approval applications, environmental assessment documents, technical reports, and supporting materials that enable informed decisions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary specialists to integrate environmental, social, and technical information into clear, defensible project submissions.
• Produce well-organized research, environmental data, and regulatory information that strengthen project planning and delivery.
• Support respectful engagement with clients, Indigenous communities, regulators, and other stakeholders under the guidance of senior team members.
• Participate safely in field visits and site inspections.

Skills

Research

Data analysis

Regulatory processes

MS Office

Field work

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

What if you could redefine what's possible?

With us, you can. You want

Job Description

What if you could redefine what's possible?

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.

With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.

We are pathfinders and impact makers.

We are Visioneers.

We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Help Shape Responsible Resource Development

Build your permitting and regulatory expertise while contributing to mining and resource projects that balance environmental stewardship, community interests, and sustainable development.

As a Junior Mine Permitting Specialist, you will work under the guidance of experienced permitting and regulatory professionals, collaborating with environmental scientists, engineers, and technical specialists. You will support environmental assessments, regulatory applications, research, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and field activities while developing the practical consulting skills needed to contribute across the project lifecycle.

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Your Impact

• Support project teams in interpreting permitting and regulatory requirements for mining and resource development projects.
• Contribute to regulatory approval applications, environmental assessment documents, technical reports, and supporting materials that enable informed decisions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary specialists to integrate environmental, social, and technical information into clear, defensible project submissions.
• Produce well-organized research, environmental data, and regulatory information that strengthen project planning and delivery.
• Support respectful engagement with clients, Indigenous communities, regulators, and other stakeholders under the guidance of senior team members.
• Participate safely in field visits and site inspections.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• A bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, biology, geography, sustainability, natural resource management, or a related discipline.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience in environmental consulting, permitting, regulatory approvals, environmental assessment, mining, or resource development; related co-op, internship, research, or academic project experience is valued.
• An interest in environmental permitting, impact assessment, regulatory processes, and sustainable resource development, supported by familiarity with provincial and federal environmental legislation.
• Ability to research, organize, analyze, and communicate environmental and technical information using Microsoft Office applications and data management tools.
• Exposure to mining, water management, reclamation, biodiversity, or Indigenous engagement concepts, with the ability to learn from multidisciplinary teams and manage concurrent deadlines.
• A commitment to health, safety, and environmental stewardship, along with a valid driver's licence and willingness to travel occasionally for project and field work.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home .

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we'll help you tailor your role to match your ambition—because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $69,700 - $92,300
• MB & ON: $63,600 - $87,500
• NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $62,900 - $83,600

Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

About Us

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .