Environmental Scientist

Copper World Inc; Sahuarita (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonuses

Health benefits (medical, dental, vis)

401(k) plan with match

Employee share purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Hudbay seeks an Environmental Scientist to support compliance reporting and Environmental Management System protocols. You will coordinate with construction and operating teams, perform data collection, inspections, and review permits to ensure regulatory compliance.

You will work under the Senior Environmental Scientist, preparing technical reports, coordinating with site personnel, and helping implement environmental plans across Arizona operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in environmental science, chemistry, geology, natural resources, or related field.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• 2–3 years of experience in environmental-related field preferred.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro is a plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the company.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing field procedures and site plans for chemical and waste management.
• Review contractor proposals to ensure alignment with SOPs.
• Review new chemical products prior to site approval.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure environmental plans meet permits and policies.
• Plan and analyze data for environmental studies with senior staff.
• Maintain records and prepare compliance reports.
• Conduct field inspections and coordinate with employees, contractors, and consultants.
• Lead installation, operation, and maintenance of scientific equipment.

Skills

Excel or MS Office

Verbal & written communication

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

Role Title

Environmental Scientist

Reports to

Senior Environmental Scientist

Job Type

Full-time, Regular

Location

Helvetia, AZ

About Hudbay

Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru, and the United States.

Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.

The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities, and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives, and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

Mission

To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

Purpose of Role

Reporting to the Senior Environmental Scientist, the Environmental Scientist will provide technical support and guidance to the construction and operating teams through preparation of compliance reports and Environmental Management System protocols. This position ensures compliance with regulatory and permit requirements through data collection, review and tracking, conducting field inspections and coordinating with site personnel.

Role Accountabilities

• Assists in the development of field procedures and site plans for chemical and waste management.
• Review of contractor proposals to ensure alignment with standard operating procedures.
• Reviews new chemical products prior to site approval.
• Works with the Project team to ensure construction activities comply with environmental plans, policies, permits, etc.
• Coordinates planning, project execution and data analyses for environmental scientific studies in collaboration with senior staff.
• Maintains records, prepares reports, composes correspondence and performs other administrative activities as necessary to meet compliance requirements.
• Conducts field inspections related to construction or other engineering activities and coordinates with employees, contractors, consultants, and other teams.
• Leads the installation, operation and maintenance activities associated with scientific equipment.

Minimum Qualifications and Education

• Bachelor of Science degree in environmental science, chemistry, geology, natural resources, or other science degree.
• Advance level of Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• 2 to 3 years of experience in environmental-related field preferred.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro software a plus.
• Ability to work in an effective manner, with limited supervision, with a diverse group of professionals in a collaborative work environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate to all levels confidently and effectively within the company.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Other Requirements

Physical

– The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities may be required for this position.

Work Environment

– The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment will necessitate work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions such as hot and/or dry conditions. Work will be conducted in locations where noise, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration may exist.

Employee must be able to prove that he/she has a current and valid driver’s license.

Why Hudbay?

• At Hudbay, our values of Dignity & Respect, Caring, Openness, and Trustworthiness are embedded into our culture by the way we work and how we interact with one another.
• We pride ourselves in providing our employees with competitive total rewards that include:
  • Annual performance bonuses
  • Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
  • Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short- & Long-term Disability.
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
  • An Employee Share Purchase Plan with contribution matching
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid time off, paid sick time and holiday pay.
• Regular performance appraisals to acknowledge our employees for their contributions, strengths and work well done.

Hudbay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates may be required to undergo educational and criminal background checks. Chosen candidates will be required to successfully pass a physical and drug screening.