Lead, Environment and Permitting

Taseko Mines Limited; Barriere; On-site; CAD 121,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Taseko Mines Limited is looking for a Lead, Environment and Permitting to join the Yellowhead Project team. This full-time role located in Barriere, BC, involves managing environmental assessments, overseeing compliance, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure project success while contributing to environmental sustainability.

Benefits

Competitive salary and vacation packages

Health and insurance benefits program

RRSP program

Career and professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
• At least 3 years of site-based experience at an operating mine.
• Registration with EGBC or relevant professional association in BC.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of baseline studies and effects assessments.
• Manage multiple consultants contributing to the Environmental Assessment.
• Interface with stakeholders to advance EA and permitting activities.

Skills

Team player

Project management

Critical thinking

Technical writing

Understanding of Indigenous values

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, biology or a related discipline

Job description

Description

Position at Taseko Mines

Position	Lead, Environment and Permitting
Type	Full-Time
Company	Yellowhead
Location	Barriere, BC or Vancouver, BC
Reporting Relationship	Manager, Environment & Permitting
Salary Range	$121,000 – $143,700
Website	https://www.tasekomines.com

About Taseko

Taseko Mines Limited is a dynamic and growing mine operator headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Focused on North America, Taseko is driven to unlock the true value of copper for a complex and changing world. For more information visit our website www.tasekomines.com.

About the Role

Reporting to the Manger, Environment and Permitting, the Lead, Environment and Permitting will join a dynamic team working to advance the Yellowhead Project through Provincial, Federal and Indigenous led Environmental Assessment (EA) processes. Based out of the Barriere office, the successful candidate will manage multiple consultants contributing to the EA and ensure deliverables are in alignment with scope, schedule and budget expectations. The Lead, Environment and Permitting will also lead project permitting, compliance and reporting activities.

While the preferred location for this role is Barriere, BC, consideration will be given to candidates located in Vancouver, BC, with the requirement for regular travel to the Barriere office and project site.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of baseline studies and effects assessments including developing scopes and budgets, evaluating proposals, controlling costs and schedules and coordinating deliverables
• Provide technical oversight and contribute to environmental studies and permit applications
• Establish and maintain reliable systems for collection and validation of data to ensure permit compliance and support corporate sustainability related disclosure
• Work collaboratively with the corporate staff, project staff, consultants and contractors to ensure achievement of environmental study objectives and proactively identify and evaluate opportunities to improve project environmental designs
• Effectively contribute to project environmental strategies, policies, and communications
• Interface and communicate with government, community, and Indigenous stakeholders to advance EA and permitting activities
• Represent the Yellowhead Project at various local and regional business and community events and participate in relevant industry associations
• Stay apprised of existing and pending legislation and regulations which may impact the company’s plans and activities and disseminate information throughout the company

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, biology or a related discipline
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience
• At least 3 years of site-based experience at an operating mine
• Registration with EGBC or relevant professional association within British Columbia

Skills & Competencies

• Intrinsically motivated team player possessing high ethical standards, accountability and integrity
• Clear understanding of Indigenous values and issues
• Proven understanding of the full mining cycle and current BC regulatory framework
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within established timelines and budgets
• Demonstrated ability to identify and implement solutions based on pragmatic, critical thinking
• Clear and concise technical writing and presentation style
• Strong people and project management skills and the ability to manage and prioritize several assignments at one time
• A network of strong contacts within industry and regulatory agencies would be an asset

Compensation

At Taseko, we pride ourselves on offering a challenging and rewarding work environment. Our employees have the opportunity for career and professional growth through development, education, and succession plan programs.

Additionally, our compensation benefits package includes competitive salary and vacation packages, health and insurance benefits program, and an RRSP program.

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting position and join our growing and dynamic company, apply through the Taseko Website at www.tasekomines.com/careers/or by sending your resume and cover letter to [emailprotected].

Taseko is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.