Cortez - Senior Environmental Engineer

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer for the Cortez operation to lead closure planning, permitting and reclamation programs. You will manage site closure studies, reclamation cost models, bonds, and long-term trusts while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires leading a team of engineers and coordinating with Engineering/Mine Planning and Permitting to modify Plans of Operations and NEPA/state permits, ensuring biodiversity, cultural resources, and safety are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental or mine engineering, environmental science, geology, hydrology or similar.
• Minimum 5 years in permitting, mine planning, environmental compliance or reclamation/closure.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to operate independently in small multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong computer skills and safety leadership.
• Experience with Nevada regulatory permitting is preferred.
• GIS and data interpretation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of site closure plans, including studies and mitigation for closure of inactive facilities.
• Oversee reclamation permits, cost model, bonds and long-term trusts.
• Ensure adherence to closure accounting standards and report reclamation liabilities.
• Oversee cultural resource program with archaeology consultants and authorities.
• Interpret monitoring data on water quality, geochemistry, vegetation and materials.
• Collaborate with Engineering/Mine Planning and Permitting to modify Plans of Operations and Permits.
• Communicate results to Federal and State authorities and coordinate permitting strategies.
• Participate in planning, design, budgeting and supervision of environmental compliance programs.
• Lead and develop Environmental Engineers and Technicians.
• Comply with health, safety, and company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Independent work

Team supervision

Geochemistry data analysis

Water quality monitoring

GIS proficiency

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental or mine engineering

Tools

MS Office

GIS

Data management software

Job description

Position Description

Nevada Gold Mines is actively seeking a qualified Senior Environmental Engineer with expertise in closure planning and permitting to join our Environmental Team at the Cortez operation. This pivotal role requires a candidate who can effectively manage site reclamation and closure programs while supporting the acquisition of critical federal and state permits. Additionally, the selected individual will lead a team focused on ensuring regulatory compliance with the site’s Plan of Operations, as well as fulfilling obligations related to biodiversity and cultural resources.

Responsibilities

• Lead the comprehensive development and execution of site closure plans, including the completion of any necessary studies and mitigation activities crucial for the successful closure of inactive facilities.
• Oversee the site's reclamation permits, and effectively manage the reclamation cost model, reclamation surety bonds, and long-term trusts.
• Guarantee adherence to the company's closure and accounting standards, including accurate tracking and reporting of reclamation liabilities to uphold financial transparency and compliance.
• Oversee the site's cultural resource program, involving coordination with qualified archaeology consultants and federal and state authorities regarding cultural surveys and the implementation of cultural site mitigation activities.
• Interpret monitoring data related to various compliance, reclamation, and closure programs, including data related to water quality, geochemistry, vegetation, and other material characterization.
• Collaborate closely with the company's Engineering/Mine Planning and Permitting Teams to facilitate federal and state permitting actions, which involves actively participating in the development and submission of modifications to the site's Plan of Operations and Reclamation Permits.
• Facilitate effective communications with a range of stakeholders, including Federal and State authorities, to relay monitoring results and collaborate on developing strategies for permitting and closure activities.
• Participate in the planning, design, budgeting, and supervision of environmental compliance programs and projects, ensuring their effective implementation.
• Lead and develop Environmental Engineers and Technicians, as assigned.
• Comply with state and federal health and safety regulations and all company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in environmental or mine engineering, environmental science, geology, hydrology, ecology (or similar) required
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a permitting, mine planning, environmental compliance or reclamation/closure roles required
• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience required
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal skills - required
• Demonstrated ability to prepare technical communications and convey results to audiences with varying levels of expertise required
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously required
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently and in small multi-disciplinary teams required
• Excellent computer skills (e.g. MS Office and data management programs) required
• Excellent safety record with ability to demonstrate safety leadership required
• Experience managing regulatory compliance programs in the state of Nevada preferred
• Proficient in analyzing and interpreting analytical and monitoring data, with an emphasis on water quality and geochemistry preferred
• Experience managing NEPA and state level permitting actions preferred
• Experience managing biodiversity programs and initiatives, such as designated/protected species management, noxious weed management, or habitat management preferred
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 standards preferred.
• Strong GIS skills preferred.

About Us

Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.

Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry - including six of the world's Tier One gold mines - Barrick's operations an projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States. We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".

About The Team

Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.