Lead, Reclamation

Elk Valley Resources; Town of Hinton; On-site; CAD 106,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian steelmaking company in Alberta is seeking a Lead, Reclamation to manage reclamation projects and engineering plans at the Cardinal River mine. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Environmental Science and a minimum of five years' experience in engineering or environmental management. This role emphasizes multitasking, strong project management skills, and effective communication within a dynamic team environment. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, alongside opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Two Annual Bonus Plans

Comprehensive Benefits Plan

Retirement Package

Health Lifestyle Account

Qualifications

• Minimum five to eight years’ experience in engineering, mine engineering, or environmental management.
• Experience in reclamation and closure planning preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with a proven capacity for problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Manage current and new reclamation activities and support engagement.
• Lead development of reclamation and engineering plans.
• Communicate and engage with Safety and Operations teams.

Skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Decision-making

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Environmental Science

Tools

Geographic Information Systems

Job description

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.

Application Deadline

December 28, 2025

What we offer

At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.

EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.

We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.

We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

About the role

Reporting to the Senior Lead, Environment, the Lead, Reclamation is responsible for the planning and execution of reclamation and engineering projects at our Cardinal River mine. This role will also be responsible for embedding continuous improvement by utilizing and adapting best practices and moving those practices forward.

To be successful, we require someone who can multitask, stay organized, and support multiple scopes within a fast‑paced team environment. The successful individual is self‑motivated and possesses strong attention to detail, problem solving, and decision‑making abilities. This role involves collaborating with contractors and stakeholders on safety initiatives and programs, thus a flexible attitude, and strong communication and interpersonal skills are vital for success.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to drive and enhance reclamation planning and execution. You will work on an exciting and dynamic team, collaborating with site departments and EVR central teams.

Join us in the breathtaking Rocky Mountains of Alberta. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid‑back atmosphere of fishing, hiking, and camping there is something for everyone!

Benefits

• Two Annual Bonus Plans
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan
• Retirement Package
• Health Lifestyle Account

In this role you will

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
• Manage and support all current and new reclamation activities such as schedule development, work plan development, support internal/external engagement and change management in an effective, efficient and timely manner
• Lead the development of detailed short‑ and long‑term reclamation plans
• Lead and support the development of detailed engineering plans to support reclamation and decommissioning activities
• Manage reclamation projects and contractors. Responsible for applicable contractor management to ensure work is being conducted safely and in accordance with the project scope including Environment, Health, Safety, and Community (EHSC) and Environmental Protection Work Plans
• Continual communication and engagement with site Safety and Operations teams in implementing reclamation projects
• Lead Decommissioning and Restoration Provision (DRP) financial planning
• Lead the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) Mine Financial Security Program (MFSP) for Cardinal River Operations
• Develop best management practices and guidance to standardize delivery and implementation of reclamation projects and programs
• Identify risks, issues or challenges, develop and evaluate options, and implement solutions
• Develop annual objectives in conjunction with overarching coal business unit objectives and in alignment with site‑specific objectives
• Develop and manage annual budgets to support the completion of objectives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or Environmental Science
• Minimum five to eight years’ experience in the field of engineering, mine engineering, or environmental management and monitoring, with preference given to candidates with experience in reclamation and closure planning
• Proficient in geographic information systems with experience in environmental data management, analysis and reporting
• Technical knowledge of relevant federal and provincial environmental legislation, standards, and effective industry practices
• Strong leadership, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent project management experience with a track record that includes management and technical direction of multiple large‑scale reclamation projects in excess of $10 million
• Strong analytical and decision‑making abilities with a proven capacity in practical problem solving
• Ability to work productively with nominal supervision and work independently
• Multi‑tasking competing priorities to see projects to completion while addressing any challenges along the way

$106,000 - $131,000 a year

The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre‑employment requirements of a pre‑employment drug screen and three professional references.

About EVR

EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high‑quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.