Lead, Vegetation (Ecologist)

Glencore Canada; Sparwood; On-site; CAD 108,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two Annual Bonus Plans

Comprehensive Benefits Plan

Retirement Package

Health Lifestyle Account

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) is seeking a Lead, Vegetation to provide technical expertise in vegetation ecology, ecosystem development, and revegetation for mine reclamation and closure across the Elk Valley in British Columbia. You will work with multidisciplinary teams, Indigenous Nations, regulators, and contractors to advance reclamation strategies and adaptive management.

The role requires strong knowledge of vegetation ecology, plant community dynamics, ecological succession, and monitoring

Qualifications

• Degree in Ecology, Forestry, Biology, Agrology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of relevant experience.
• Experience applying scientific information to environmental and reclamation decisions.
• Professional designation (RPBio, RPF, P.Ag., P.Geo., or equivalent) or eligibility.
• Strong GIS, organizational, data management, analytical, communication, and technical writing skills.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Participate in health and safety programs and policies.
• Provide technical expertise in vegetation ecology to support reclamation planning and evaluation.
• Collaborate with planners, researchers, environmental specialists, engineers, and operational teams to integrate vegetation into mine planning and adaptive management.
• Develop revegetation strategies, planting and seeding prescriptions, monitoring programs, and best management practices.
• Analyze ecological monitoring data to evaluate vegetation establishment and reclamation trajectories; communicate findings in reports and visuals.
• Lead native seed supply and plant material strategies for reclamation.

Skills

Vegetation ecology

Plant community dynamics

Ecological succession

Monitoring data analysis

GIS

Education

Ecology/Environmental degree

Job description

Job Highlights

• Environment
• Elk Valley Resources
• On-Site

Application Deadline

November 19, 2026

Company Overview

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.

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 Manager, Reclamation, the Lead, Vegetation provides technical expertise in vegetation ecology, ecosystem development, and revegetation to support mine reclamation and closure objectives across the Elk Valley.

As a member of EVR's multidisciplinary reclamation team, this role works closely with reclamation planners, research specialists, operational teams, Indigenous Nations, regulators, consultants, and other technical professionals to support the development of integrated reclamation strategies.

The Lead, Vegetation provides expertise in ecosystem recovery and development, helps define and evaluate reclamation trajectories and ecosystem development pathways, leads native plant propagation and ecological monitoring programs, evaluates revegetation and ecosystem outcomes, and supports adaptive management decisions to advance reclamation and closure objectives.

To be successful in this role, you will bring expertise in vegetation ecology, plant community dynamics, ecological succession, ecosystem recovery, survey design, reclamation science, and the interpretation of ecological, spatial, and monitoring data.

You will apply this knowledge to support revegetation planning, monitoring programs, and ecosystem development initiatives while translating scientific findings into practical recommendations.

This role requires strong collaboration, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and stakeholder groups while balancing scientific understanding with operational practicality to advance reclamation outcomes.

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!

Benefits

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

In This Role You Will

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
• Provide technical expertise in vegetation ecology, plant community dynamics, ecological succession, and ecosystem recovery to support reclamation planning, implementation, and performance evaluation
• Collaborate with reclamation planners, researchers, environmental specialists, engineers, and operational teams to integrate vegetation considerations into mine planning, reclamation design, and adaptive management strategies
• Develop revegetation strategies, planting and seeding prescriptions, monitoring programs, technical standards, and best management practices to support ecosystem establishment, vegetation development and progress towards closure objectives
• Analyze ecological monitoring data to evaluate vegetation establishment, ecosystem development, reclamation trajectories, and performance and communicate findings through technical reports, presentations, and visualizations to inform decision-making and adaptive management
• Collaborate with reclamation research specialists to identify knowledge gaps, apply research findings, and support the evaluation of emerging practices
• Lead native seed supply and plant material strategies, including seed collection, propagation, nursery production, and procurement to ensure suitable, locally adapted plant materials are available for reclamation
• Support invasive plant management through monitoring, risk assessments, treatment evaluations, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
• Work with Indigenous Nations, including the Ktunaxa Nation, to incorporate Indigenous Knowledge, community values, and local perspectives into revegetation and ecosystem development initiatives
• Support regulatory submissions, permitting activities, and technical reviews through vegetation assessments and reclamation-related documentation
• Coordinate and oversee consultant and contractor activities, including scopes of work, deliverables, schedules, and budgets, as required

Requirements

• Degree in Ecology, Forestry, Biology, Agrology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or a related discipline
• Minimum of five years of relevant experience
• Experience applying scientific and technical information to support environmental and reclamation decision-making
• Professional designation (RPBio, RPF, P.Ag., P.Geo., or equivalent), or eligibility for registration
• Strong GIS, organizational, data management, analytical, communication, and technical writing skills
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent

Salary

$108,000 - $127,000 CAD/year

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

Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, EVR uses AI tools to assist with reviewing and summarizing candidate information. Personal information provided in your application and interview may be processed by these tools. Your information will be handled in accordance with EVR’s Recruitment Privacy Policy, which you can view here.

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.