Turquoise Ridge - Environmental Engineer, Lands/Biodiversity

Nevada Gold Mines; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plan

401k retirement plan with employer‑mg

Paid time off

Company stock purchase program

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking an Environmental Engineer to join the Environmental Team at the Turquoise Ridge operation. You will support biodiversity assessments, habitat restoration, and reclamation planning to ensure regulatory compliance and sustainable mine development.

The role emphasizes data management, reporting, and coordination with engineering, permitting, and operations to meet ESG objectives. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2+ years in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Natural Resources, Reclamation, Environmental Engineering, or related field. required
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in environmental compliance and reclamation/closure roles preferred
• Experience with ecological assessments, biodiversity management, land reclamation, and environmental monitoring programs. preferred
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and reclamation standards. required
• Experience with reclamation planning, closure objectives, and revegetation practices. preferred
• Proficiency in GIS, environmental data management, and technical report writing. preferred
• Strong project management, communication, stakeholder engagement, and field coordination skills. required
• Strong computer skills (e.g. MS Office and data management programs) required
• Excellent safety record with ability to demonstrate safety leadership required
• Experience with regulatory compliance programs in the state of Nevada preferred
• Knowledge of NEPA and state level permitting actions preferred
• Experience managing biodiversity programs and initiatives, such as designated/protected species management, noxious weed management, or habitat management preferred
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 standards preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with biodiversity, wildlife, vegetation, habitat, and reclamation assessments to support environmental compliance and operational activities.
• Support the implementation of biodiversity management, habitat restoration, reclamation, and environmental monitoring programs.
• Assist with reclamation planning, concurrent reclamation, and closure activities to help achieve regulatory requirements and reduce closure liabilities.
• Conduct field inspections and monitoring activities related to vegetation establishment, wildlife, and reclamation performance.
• Collect, manage, and analyze environmental monitoring data.
• Assist in evaluating reclamation success criteria and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Support the maintenance of reclamation permits and associated regulatory commitments.
• Prepare of technical reports, regulatory submissions, and environmental documentation.
• Assist with tracking environmental, reclamation, and closure-related obligations, including monitoring programs and permit requirements.
• Support cultural resource programs by coordinating field activities with qualified consultants and assisting with regulatory compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Mine Planning, Operations, and Permitting teams to support environmental permitting and project development activities.
• Participate in environmental impact assessments and permit modification applications as needed.
• Maintain environmental, reclamation, and GIS databases to support reporting and decision-making.
• Communicate and work effectively with regulatory agencies, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders regarding environmental monitoring, reclamation, and permitting activities.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of environmental compliance projects and programs.
• Stay informed on applicable environmental regulations, industry best practices, and company standards related to biodiversity, reclamation, and closure.
• Comply with all applicable health, safety, environmental, and company policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Field coordination

Safety leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Natural Resources, Reclamation, Environmental Engineering, or related field

Tools

GIS

MS Office

Environmental data management systems

Job description

Position Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Description

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people.

We are looking for an Environmental Engineer to join the Environmental Team at the Turquoise Ridge operation. As a vital member of this team, you will be responsible for supporting the protection and sustainable management of ecosystems, wildlife habitats, and disturbed lands associated with the mine operations. This role leads biodiversity assessments, monitoring, reclamation planning, habitat restoration, and environmental impact evaluations to support project development, operations, closure, and reduction of closure liabilities.

The successful candidate will ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permit requirements, and reclamation commitments; develop and implement biodiversity and reclamation management plans; assess and mitigate impacts to sensitive species and habitats; and support sustainability and ESG objectives.

At Nevada Gold Mines, we are committed to a safe work environment and sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy for our host communities.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including a medical, dental, and vision plan with company-sponsored medical clinics, a 401k retirement plan with an employer match, paid time off, a company stock purchase program, and much more!

Responsibilities

• Assist with biodiversity, wildlife, vegetation, habitat, and reclamation assessments to support environmental compliance and operational activities.
• Support the implementation of biodiversity management, habitat restoration, reclamation, and environmental monitoring programs.
• Assist with reclamation planning, concurrent reclamation, and closure activities to help achieve regulatory requirements and reduce closure liabilities.
• Conduct field inspections and monitoring activities related to vegetation establishment, wildlife, and reclamation performance.
• Collect, manage, and analyze environmental monitoring data.
• Assist in evaluating reclamation success criteria and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Support the maintenance of reclamation permits and associated regulatory commitments.
• Prepare of technical reports, regulatory submissions, and environmental documentation.
• Assist with tracking environmental, reclamation, and closure-related obligations, including monitoring programs and permit requirements.
• Support cultural resource programs by coordinating field activities with qualified consultants and assisting with regulatory compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Mine Planning, Operations, and Permitting teams to support environmental permitting and project development activities.
• Participate in environmental impact assessments and permit modification applications as needed.
• Maintain environmental, reclamation, and GIS databases to support reporting and decision-making.
• Communicate and work effectively with regulatory agencies, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders regarding environmental monitoring, reclamation, and permitting activities.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of environmental compliance projects and programs.
• Stay informed on applicable environmental regulations, industry best practices, and company standards related to biodiversity, reclamation, and closure.
• Comply with all applicable health, safety, environmental, and company policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Natural Resources, Reclamation, Environmental Engineering, or a related field. required
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in environmental compliance and reclamation/closure roles preferred
• Experience with ecological assessments, biodiversity management, land reclamation, and environmental monitoring programs. preferred
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and reclamation standards. required
• Experience with reclamation planning, closure objectives, and revegetation practices. preferred
• Proficiency in GIS, environmental data management, and technical report writing. preferredStrong project management, communication, stakeholder engagement, and field coordination skills. required
• Strong computer skills (e.g. MS Office and data management programs) required
• Excellent safety record with ability to demonstrate safety leadership required
• Experience with regulatory compliance programs in the state of Nevada preferred
• Knowledge of NEPA and state level permitting actions preferred
• Experience managing biodiversity programs and initiatives, such as designated/protected species management, noxious weed management, or habitat management preferred
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 standards preferred.

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

ABOUT US

Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.

Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry – including six of the world's Tier One gold mines – Barrick's operations and projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States. We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".

ABOUT THE TEAM

Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.