Senior Environmental & Permitting Lead – Mining

Mackinnon Bruce International; Arizona; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Mackinnon Bruce International seeks a Permitting and Environmental Manager to lead environmental compliance, permitting, and regulatory affairs for mining projects in Arizona. You will serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and consultants while guiding sustainable and responsible mining practices.

Responsibilities include NEPA processes, permit applications, environmental monitoring, and audits; develop and maintain EMS, ensure compliance with CWA, CAA, RCRA, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Mining Engineering, Natural Resources, or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of environmental and permitting experience, preferably within the mining industry.
• Experience with copper, precious metals, or industrial minerals operations desirable.
• Experience managing permitting and compliance programs in Arizona and/or the southwestern United States.
• Experience with NEPA, state and federal permitting, reclamation, and closure planning.
• Proven track record with agencies such as ADEQ, BLM, USFS, EPA, and ADWR.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations including Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, RCRA, Endangered Species Act.
• Develop, implement, and maintain environmental management systems, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee environmental monitoring programs, reporting, inspections, and audits.
• Manage permits, licenses, and approvals for mining operations and development projects.
• Lead incident investigations and corrective action plans related to environmental issues.
• Prepare and review permit applications and technical reports.
• Lead NEPA processes and support Environmental Assessments (EA) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS).
• Monitor regulatory developments and advise on potential impacts to operations.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Mining Engineering, Natural Resources, or a related discipline

Master's degree

Job description

Mackinnon Bruce International seeks a Permitting and Environmental Manager to lead environmental compliance, permitting, and regulatory affairs for mining projects in Arizona. You will serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and consultants while guiding sustainable and responsible mining practices.

Responsibilities include NEPA processes, permit applications, environmental monitoring, and audits; develop and maintain EMS, ensure compliance with CWA, CAA, RCRA, and