Senior Lead, Environmental Data ManagementNew

Glencore Canada; Sparwood; On-site; CAD 123,000 - 145,000; 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 Senior Lead, Environmental Data Management to head a cross-disciplinary team of data specialists. You will ensure EVR has the data tools, processes, and applications needed for compliance, regulatory reporting, and sustainability.

Reporting to the Director, Aquatic Health & Sciences, you will apply data governance across project intake, data collection, QA, documentation, and system design while guiding budget planning and coordinating with Glencore

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of data management experience in environment-related GIS projects.
• Experience in project management and database/app design.
• Understanding of environmental data systems and GIS integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross-disciplinary data management team and coordinate with supported business units and senior management.
• Apply data governance and management standards across project intake, data collection, quality assurance, documentation, database design, application design and development, change management, and project management.
• Contribute to annual strategic planning and support priorities across the business in alignment with Glencore and EVR requirements.
• Provide leadership and mentorship through work planning and prioritization, career development, performance management, and fostering a positive team environment.
• Lead annual budget planning and monthly financial tracking.

Skills

Data management

GIS concepts

Team leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental field

Tools

GIS software

EQuIS

Job description

Job highlights

• Sustainable Development
• Elk Valley Resources
• On-Site

Job ID709b5d9f-f5c7-4c17-8141-3af85e01f3d7Last Updated16/09/2026

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: September 30th, 2026

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 Director, Aquatic Health & Sciences, the Senior Lead, Environmental Data Management leads a cross-disciplinary team of data management specialists to ensure EVR has the critical data tools, business processes, and applications required to meet compliance, regulatory reporting, and sustainability requirements.

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, ensuring safety remains a top priority in all tasks and work responsibilities
• Lead a cross-disciplinary team of data management specialists and serve as a key communication link between the team, supported business units, and senior management
• Apply data governance and management standards across project intake, data collection, quality assurance, documentation, database design, application design and development, change management, and project management
• Contribute to annual strategic planning and support priorities across the business in alignment with Glencore and EVR requirements
• Provide leadership and mentorship through work planning and prioritization, career development, performance management, and fostering a positive team environment where individuals can thrive
• Lead annual budget planning and monthly financial tracking

Requirements

• A minimum of 7-10 years of data management experience in environment-related GIS, including project management, database design, application design, and application development
• Supervisory experience is beneficial, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills for team management and interfacing with supported business units.
• Understanding of GIS concepts, spatial analysis, GIS and related software integration, and spatial modeling.
• Training and/or experience in areas of IT beyond GIS, such as system administration, web server administration, or database administration.
• Understanding of Environmental Management System implementation and support requirements beyond GIS (e.g., familiarity with environmental data management and decision support systems like EQuIS)

Salary:

$123,000 - $145,000 CAD/ year

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

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.

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.