Permitting Lead - Hammond Reef Project

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited; Timmins; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Ontario seeks a Permitting Lead for the Hammond Reef Project. In this role, you will manage permitting processes for major projects, ensuring compliance with environmental standards and timelines. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Management, extensive experience in mining environmental roles, and knowledge of federal and provincial regulations. This position offers a 40-hour work week with potential teleworking and travel to various locations.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in mining environmental roles with at least 3 years in permitting.
• Ability to manage and lead internal consultant resources.

Responsibilities

• Lead permitting processes for major projects.
• Prepare and submit regulatory permitting requirements.
• Coordinate permit and approval sequencing with project teams.
• Identify potential risks or challenges and propose solutions.
• Ensure compliance with environmental standards and applicable legislation.

Skills

Knowledge of federal regulations governing mining operations in Canada

Knowledge of provincial regulations governing mining operations in Ontario

Experience engaging and collaborating with Indigenous Nations

Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Management or related field

Job description

Permitting Lead - Hammond Reef Project (ONT00053)

WHAt does Agnico Eagle value? At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. 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

Canadian‑based and led, Agnico Eagle is Canada’s largest mining company and the second largest gold producer in the world. It produces precious metals from operations in Canada, Australia, Finland and Mexico and has a pipeline of high‑quality exploration and development projects. Agnico Eagle is a partner of choice within the mining industry, recognized globally for its leading sustainability practices. Agnico Eagle was founded in 1957 and has consistently created value for its shareholders, declaring a cash dividend every year since 1983.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE

Reporting to the Manager, Environmental Permitting, Major Projects, you will be part of the Permitting 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 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;
• Liaise with various project teams to coordinate various 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 required;
• 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 site, to ensure compliance with federal, provincial and local ordinances concerning environmental standards and compliance with applicable legislation, regulations and permits;
• Provide guidance and proper instructions to operations personnel for planning, scheduling, and close‑out of projects from an environmental permitting view;
• 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;
• Excellent working knowledge of all Microsoft Office Suite applications especially Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint.

YOUR WORK SCHEDULE

Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday with the ability to work within the teleworking policy for Ontario with offices in Timmins, Sudbury, Kirkland Lake or Atikokan, ON; Occasional travel to sites, other Agnico Eagle offices and Indigenous communities to participate in events and speak to technical aspects.