Environmental Compliance Engineer – Nevada Mining (4-Day Week)

Kinross Gold Corporation; Nevada (IA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

4-day workweek

Limited remote work flexibility

Geolocation support

401(k) match

Job summary

Kinross Gold Corporation seeks an environmental compliance professional for a Nevada mining operation. You will manage multiple environmental programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and assist with permitting actions and regulator interactions.

The role requires a degree in environmental science/engineering, 5+ years in environmental programs and permitting, and strong communication skills. Sign-on and relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in environmental science or engineering.
• 5+ years in environmental programs; Nevada mining experience preferred.
• 5+ years managing state or federal permitting projects.
• Experience with Water Pollution Control Permitting and Environmental Management Systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work with diverse teams.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be 18+.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Nevada environmental permits, licenses and regulations.
• Develop and maintain regulatory relationships to minimize enforcement actions.
• Coordinate permit applications; gather information and submit complete permits on schedule.
• Provide environmental awareness training to site employees and contractors.
• Supervise environmental staff and contractor activities.
• Manage budgets, contracts and scopes of work; ensure projects stay within schedule and budget.
• Adhere to Kinross policies and code of conduct; engage with mining associations.

Skills

Technical and analytical

Written and verbal communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in environmental science or engineering

Related scientific or engineering discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Monitor Pro

Driver’s license

Job description

Kinross Gold Corporation seeks an environmental compliance professional for a Nevada mining operation. You will manage multiple environmental programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and assist with permitting actions and regulator interactions.

The role requires a degree in environmental science/engineering, 5+ years in environmental programs and permitting, and strong communication skills. Sign-on and relocation assistance may be available.