Environmental Superintendent: Lead Mine Compliance & Strategy

Careermine; Carlin (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines in Carlin, NV is seeking an Environmental Superintendent to lead environmental programs at the Carlin Mine. This role oversees water, land, air, and waste programs and ensures compliance with permits and regulations, while integrating environmental requirements into mine planning and operations.

The position requires strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and experience in mining environments.

Qualifications

• Seven or more years of experience managing environmental compliance programs and permitting projects.
• Minimum of three years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of Federal and State environmental regulations and permitting processes.
• Familiarity with environmental compliance systems and ISO 14001.
• Ability to summarize and concisely communicate complex issues.
• Strong computer skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in mining operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Champion a strong safety culture by modeling safe work practices and ensuring environmental activities comply with site standards.
• Oversee environmental compliance programs (water, land, air, and waste) and permitting processes.
• Lead and develop environmental staff, define roles, mentor, and support professional growth.
• Collaborate with operations to integrate environmental considerations into mine planning and daily work.
• Provide technical guidance and review environmental plans, reports, and deliverables.
• Support permitting strategies with the Environmental Manager and regional teams.
• Contribute to development and review of environmental management plans.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Team coaching

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, environmental science, environmental studies, hydrology, hydrogeology, mine engineering, ecology, or a related field

Job description

Nevada Gold Mines in Carlin, NV is seeking an Environmental Superintendent to lead environmental programs at the Carlin Mine. This role oversees water, land, air, and waste programs and ensures compliance with permits and regulations, while integrating environmental requirements into mine planning and operations.

The position requires strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and experience in mining environments.