Environmental Permitting & Compliance Engineer

Kinross Gold Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinross Gold Corporation is seeking an Environmental Specialist to provide comprehensive environmental services for its mining operation and facilities. The role reports to the Environmental Manager and ensures activities comply with permits, regulations, and Kinross values.

The incumbent develops environmental objectives, manages permitting, coordinates with regulators, and leads training to foster a safe, compliant work environment across sites in the United States and beyond.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, or related discipline (i.e. geology, biology, civil engineering).
• A minimum of 3 years work experience in environmental permitting or compliance.
• Applied knowledge of relevant federal, state and other regulatory requirements, as-well-as industry standards and practices.
• Experienced with system(s)/database(s) established to manage regulatory obligations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and management, regulators/other governmental representatives.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Able to effectively describe environmental regulatory requirements to a diverse workforce.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team, in cooperation with other departments at Kinross.
• Experience using the following software: Microsoft SuiteDatabase management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement environmental objectives and programs across sites.
• Ensure compliance with permits, licenses, and regulations; monitor, inspect, recordkeeping and reporting.
• Coordinate permitting activities and engage stakeholders to meet timelines.
• Conduct studies for permits or modifications and support problem solving.
• Communicate regulatory obligations to site personnel and authorities.
• Maintain relationships with regulators and professional associations.
• Coordinate environmental projects including contractors and consultants.
• Monitor regulatory changes affecting operations and resources.
• Provide environmental awareness training to site employees.
• Lead and motivate staff; uphold Kinross values and safety standards.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Permitting

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Administrative skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Database management

Job description

Kinross Gold Corporation is seeking an Environmental Specialist to provide comprehensive environmental services for its mining operation and facilities. The role reports to the Environmental Manager and ensures activities comply with permits, regulations, and Kinross values.

The incumbent develops environmental objectives, manages permitting, coordinates with regulators, and leads training to foster a safe, compliant work environment across sites in the United States and beyond.