Mining Environmental Permitting Specialist

Peabody Energy; Lynnville (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Peabody Energy in Indiana is seeking a Permitting Specialist to join our Midwest environmental services team. You will develop surface mine permit applications and reports, provide technical expertise in soils, hydrology, vegetation and wildlife, and coordinate with mine staff on designs for hydrologic structures and regulatory submissions.

The role includes permit administration duties such as landowner notifications and public notices, with potential field support at active mine sites,

Qualifications

• Minimum B.S. or M.S. degree in an environmental field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in mining environmental permitting preferred.
• Knowledge of Indiana, Illinois, and Alabama mining environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare scientific/engineering data for permit applications and revisions.
• Review maps of soils, land use, geology, wildlife for permits.
• Coordinate permit applications and amendments with stakeholders.

Skills

Safety first

Organization

Communication

Listening

Team collaboration

multitasking

Education

B.S./M.S. in environmental field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

AutoCAD/GIS

Job description

Peabody Energy in Indiana is seeking a Permitting Specialist to join our Midwest environmental services team. You will develop surface mine permit applications and reports, provide technical expertise in soils, hydrology, vegetation and wildlife, and coordinate with mine staff on designs for hydrologic structures and regulatory submissions.

The role includes permit administration duties such as landowner notifications and public notices, with potential field support at active mine sites,