Phoenix - Senior Environmental Engineer

Careermine; Battle Mountain (NV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Stock purchase plan

Career opportunities across locations

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer to join the Phoenix operation. You will lead environmental programs covering air, water, land, waste, and reclamation, while mentoring staff and coordinating with operations and regulators.

You will guide day-to-day compliance, oversee permitting and reporting, manage environmental risks, and push continuous improvement for safe, sustainable mining.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field is required.
• Five years direct experience managing environmental compliance programs and projects; minimum three years in an industrial setting.
• Strong computer skills with PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and develop positive working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental programs for air, water, land, waste, and reclamation.
• Mentor junior team members and collaborate with operations and regulatory agencies.
• Oversee permitting and reporting; manage environmental risks and continuous improvement.
• Manage reclamation permits, cost models, and trust funds.
• Coordinate with mine operations and supply chain for contracting and services.
• Ensure conformance with Plan of Operations, NEPA permitting, and ISO 14001/OSHA 45001 alignment.

Skills

PowerPoint

Excel

Project management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multi-project management

Environmental compliance

Regulatory liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Other relevant field (environmental science/studies)

Tools

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Position Description:

Nevada Gold Mines is looking for a Senior Environmental Engineer to join our team at the Phoenix operation and play a key role in protecting the environment while supporting safe and responsible mining operations. In this role, you'll lead environmental programs that manage air, water, land, waste, and reclamation activities, while mentoring junior team members and working closely with operations, engineering, and regulatory agencies.

As a senior member of the environmental team, you'll help guide day-to-day compliance activities, oversee permitting and reporting, manage environmental risks, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts that support safe, sustainable mining.

At Nevada Gold Mines, we believe in developing our people, fostering a safe and sustainable workplace, and making a lasting impact in the communities where we operate. If you're looking to build your career in environmental compliance and be part of a dynamic team, this role is for you.

Responsibilities:

• Manages all aspects of the site's reclamation permits including the preparation of regulatory reports, reclamation cost model updates, as well as assisting with reclamation permit modifications.
• Review and update site Trust Funds.
• Ensures compliance with regards to the site's Plan of Operations and corresponding U.S. Bureau of Land Management Record of Decisions.
• Manages the site's cultural resource programs including the oversight of cultural resource surveys and the development and execution of cultural mitigation plans, as needed.
• Participates in regulatory inspections.
• Assists with the development of Plan of Operations amendments and the completion of associated NEPA permitting activities.
• Maintains accurate records of agency correspondence and environmental monitoring data.
• Acts as a liaison between the mine and environmental regulatory agencies.
• Develops, maintains, and updates environmental management plans, as necessary.
• Plans and tracks reclamation activities in coordination with the site's mine engineering personnel.
• Manages contractors to ensure the safe delivery of project objectives.
• Ensures conformance with internal mine closure standards.
• Assists with providing guidance and training to employees and contractors regarding environmental obligations.
• Aligns work practices with Environmental ISO 14001 and Occupational Health and Safety 45001 standards.
• Responsible for periodic, after-hours on-call response to environmental incidents, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Manages budgets, including the development, forecasting, and tracking of reclamation/closure costs.
• Coordinates with supply chain personnel to procure contractor and consultant services, as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, environmental science, environmental studies, hydrology, hydrogeology, mine engineering, ecology or related field - required
• Five (5) years direct experience managing environmental compliance programs and projects, with a minimum of three (3) years in an industrial setting - required
• Strong computer skills including experience with PowerPoint, Word and Excel - required
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal skills - required
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously - required
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with others - required
• Ability to identify and implement opportunities for improvement - required
• General understanding of mining operations - preferred
• Familiarity with environmental compliance systems and ISO 14001 - preferred
• Ability to drive results and ensure completion of time sensitive deadlines - required
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors throughout the year in all weather conditions - required
• Ability to lift objects up to 50 lbs. - required

What We Can Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses benefits, and stock purchase plans where applicable
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• An Opportunity to transform Traditional Mining into the future of Digital Mining
• Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across locations
• Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer