Environmental Technician

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company committed to environmental stewardship and community engagement. This role offers the opportunity to lead fieldwork initiatives, conduct essential environmental monitoring, and collaborate with various stakeholders. You will be part of a dedicated team ensuring compliance with environmental regulations while promoting safety and sustainability. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and thrive in dynamic conditions, this position at an industry leader is perfect for you. Embrace the challenge and contribute to a sustainable future!

Qualifications

• Education in the Environmental field is essential.
• Experience in environmental monitoring and compliance is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead fieldwork initiatives and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Conduct environmental monitoring and prepare regulatory reports.

Skills

Environmental Monitoring

Data Management

Microsoft Office Suite

Fieldwork Initiatives

Education

College Diploma in Environmental Science

University Degree in Environmental Studies

Tools

Handheld Monitors

Loggers

Job description

For HOURLY job postings at Detour Lake and Macassa (Ontario), and all jobs at our Australian operations, please click on the respective blue link below.

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At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family, and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value you – your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment, and make a positive contribution to our local communities.

Agnico Eagle Mines' Macassa Mine is situated on the traditional homelands of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, Beaverhouse First Nation, and Matachewan First Nation. In honoring our relationships with and commitments to our Partner Nations, Agnico Eagle prioritizes the hiring of Members from these Nations. To support this commitment, members from these Nations seeking employment opportunities at the Macassa Mine are encouraged to self-identify during the job application process. This ensures that we can consider your application appropriately in line with our dedication to supporting our Partner Nations.

In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Agnico Eagle Mining (AEM) is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. Accommodation is available, upon request, for candidates participating in the recruitment process.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE:

Reporting to the Environmental Coordinator, you will be part of the Environment Department. You will ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct, and the environment.

1. Lead all fieldwork requirement initiatives (various types of sampling, bottle inventory, QA/QC, chains of custody, monitoring, and inspections);
2. Utilize various types of equipment (handheld monitors, loggers, etc), maintain and calibrate as required;
3. Conduct environmental monitoring as per the statutory requirements of the relevant Environmental Management Plans (EMP), Environmental Compliance Approvals (ECAs), and other regulatory requirements as necessary;
4. Assist in the preparation of regulatory reports on environmental performance as required in the ECAs and EMPs;
5. Maintain monitoring/sampling works and reporting schedule to ensure that all regulatory requirements and business commitments are met;
6. Manage databases and report data to statutory bodies;
7. Assist in providing environmental advice and notifications to site supervisors and managers;
8. Assist with liaising with the community and key stakeholders;
9. Support the team and assist with additional requests as needed;
10. Perform all other duties assigned.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

1. Education relevant to Environmental field (College Diploma or University Degree);
2. Previous relevant experience in the environmental field;
3. Able to work in inclement conditions, sometimes with minimal to no supervision;
4. Valid Driver's License;
5. Excellent working knowledge of all Microsoft Office Suite applications, especially Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Your Work Schedule:

1. Schedule: 4/3 schedule at our Macassa Mine in Kirkland Lake, ON.