Permitting Lead

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited; Northwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Permitting Lead, where your expertise in environmental management will be vital. You will lead the permitting processes for major projects, ensuring compliance with regulations while collaborating with various teams and Indigenous communities. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on environmental practices in the mining sector. With a commitment to safety and community engagement, you'll help shape the future of sustainable mining operations. If you're passionate about the environment and eager to contribute to meaningful projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in mining environmental roles, with at least 3 years in permitting.
• Knowledge of federal and provincial regulations governing mining operations in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Lead permitting processes for major projects and support site environmental team.
• Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local ordinances concerning environmental standards.

Skills

Environmental Management

Regulatory Permitting

Project Management

Indigenous Engagement

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Management

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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Job Description - Permitting Lead (HAM00001)

We value you – your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment, and make a positive contribution to our local communities.

ABOUT OUR OPERATION

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Agnico Eagle Mines' Hammond Reef property is situated on the traditional homelands of Couchiching First Nation, the Gakijiwanong Anishinaabe Nation, Lac des Mille Lacs First Nation, Mitaanjigamiing First Nation, Naicatchewenin First Nation, Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nation, Rainy River First Nations, and Seine River First Nation. In honouring our relationships with and commitments to our Partner Nations, Agnico Eagle prioritizes the hiring of members from these Nations. Additionally, Agnico Eagle has entered into an agreement with the Métis Nation of Ontario; therefore, we also prioritize citizens of the Métis Nation of Ontario. To support this commitment, members from these Nations seeking employment opportunities related to the Hammond Reef property are encouraged to self-identify during the job application process. This ensures that we can consider your application appropriately in line with our dedication to supporting our Partner Nations.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE:

Reporting to the Manager, Environmental Permitting, Major Projects (Ontario), you will be part of the Environmental Department. You will ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct, and the environment.

• Lead the permitting processes of all major projects and support site environmental team as required for other authorizations of the regular activities;
• Provide proactive planning, preparation, and submission of regulatory permitting requirements, operating permits/licenses, with respect to the operations plans and new development projects at the Hammond Reef Project and other sites if required;
• Liaise with various project teams to coordinate permit and approval sequencing to meet project timelines and deliverables;
• Execute engagement and consultation activities as required for permit and approval submissions, gather feedback, and incorporate as needed;
• Identify potential risks or challenges associated with project permitting timelines, and identify mitigations or solutions;
• Ensure permitting requirements are aligned with site objectives;
• Manage and lead internal consultant resources (budget, quality, schedule, etc.) required to support permitting initiatives;
• Delegate tasks effectively and ensure clear communication among team and project members;
• Support the site to ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local ordinances concerning environmental standards and legislation, regulations, and permits;
• Provide guidance and proper instructions to operations personnel for planning, scheduling, and closeout of projects from an environmental permitting perspective;
• Ensure all documentation is properly prepared.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Management or a related field;
• 7 years of experience in mining environmental roles, with at least 3 years in permitting;
• Knowledge of relevant federal regulations and standards governing mining operations in Canada;
• Knowledge and experience with relevant provincial regulations and standards governing mining operations in Ontario;
• Experience engaging and collaborating with Indigenous Nations and communities;
• Ability to travel to sites and Indigenous communities to participate in events and discuss technical aspects;
• Excellent working knowledge of all Microsoft Office Suite applications, especially Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Your Work Schedule:

• Schedule: 40 hours per week, from Monday to Friday. A combination of teleworking with presence at either our Hammond Reef project in Atikokan, ON, or at one of our Ontario Regional Offices in Timmins, North Bay, or Sudbury, ON;
• Frequent travel to other Agnico Eagle sites, offices, and nearby communities will be required.