Environmental Summer Intern

Careermine; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinross' Round Mountain mine in Nevada seeks an Environmental Technician to ensure sampling, monitoring, data management in compliance with regulations while aligning daily work with Kinross values.

Under the supervision of the Environmental Superintendent, you will communicate with site personnel, perform sampling, data entry and reporting, and contribute to safety and environmental programs.

Qualifications

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of mining operations and related processes.
• Proficiency with PC software (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations).
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a management team.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with site personnel to maximize information exchange and environmental compliance.
• Conduct sampling and monitoring with accurate data entry and reporting.
• Ensure activities align with environmental rules, safety rules, and company policies.
• Assist in developing other department staff to perform duties.
• Maintain punctuality, attendance, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Job description

Round Mountain is an open-pit mine located in Nevada, one of the best mining jurisdictions in the world. The mine uses conventional open-pit mining methods and processes ore by mill and heap leach. Kinross began operating the mine in 2003, and it has since become a continuous improvement leader in the Company's portfolio. Round Mountain poured its 15 millionth ounce in 2018. Round Mountain and the nearby Bald Mountain mine make up Kinross' Nevada operations.

The Round Mountain mine is an important contributor to the Nye County economy and, working with local stakeholders, has helped achieve significant improvements in healthcare and education in the area.

Job Summary

Under the direction of an Environmental Superintendent, ensures that sampling, monitoring, inspections, and data management are conducted in accordance with company requirements and in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations while continuously aligning daily functions to reflect Kinross' values.

Essential Functions

• Effectively communicate with site personnel to maximize informational exchange and environmental compliance.
• Conduct safe, efficient, reliable and accurate sampling and monitoring in accordance with company and regulatory requirements. To include data entry, and reporting.
• Conduct all activities in accordance with environmental and safety rules and regulations.
• Helps develop other department personnel to perform the duties listed above.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to safety, environmental, confidentiality, and code of conduct.
• Meets or exceeds established performance expectations set by management.
• Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in job performance.
• Works without risk or harm to self and others.
• Punctuality and regular attendance required.
• Performs other related functions as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

• Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills.
• General understanding of mining operations, as well as limited understanding of milling and maintenance operations.
• Working knowledge and skill with P.C. utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Ability to work independently and also as a member of the management team.
• Minimum of 2 years towards environmental or related Bachelor's degree and 0-2 year environmental experience.
• Demonstrates strong administrative, organizational and technical writing skills.
• Must be 18 years old and presently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Requires valid driver's license.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements

• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Have a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
• Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.

Kinross Competencies

Strategic Effectiveness

Developing and communicating rigorous and creative business strategies that drive sustainable value.

External Engagement

Understanding and building relationships with external parties that strengthen and sustain competitive advantage.

Business Focus

Applying commercial rigor and discipline to all business decisions and customer relationships.

Living the Kinross Values

Aligning behavior, decisions, and actions with Kinross values and principles.

Legislative Requirements

Background Check required

US work permit required

Language Requirements

English

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).