Engineering Technician, Environmental Compliance

The Newmont Legacy Group is responsible for managing closure/reclamation and care/maintenance at numerous mine projects globally with the goal of complete release of regulatory and financial liabilities in compliance with Federal, State/Provincial & local regulatory authorizations and Newmont Global Standards/Guidance/SOPs. The primary purpose of the Legacy Technician role is to assist implementation of environmental compliance program across the entire Nevada Portfolio (NV, CA and AK)

• Assist completion of site compliance inspections, monitoring and audits.
• Comply with established protocols to collect water samples in accordance with permit requirements.
• Maintain records to document site compliance and assist preparation of regulatory agency submittals.
• Provide reclamation/closure project safety and project oversight as directed.
• Support implementation of Legacy Risk Management System.
• Assist site water management across the Portfolio.
• Assist Legacy Sr. Supervisor with site water treatment system operations.
• Engage with environmental regulators, government agencies and other stakeholders on environmental topics within the NV Legacy Portfolio.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, chemistry, biology or related field is desired, but not required.
• Minimum 4 years' experience, mining or extraction experience preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency and experience in surface & groundwater compliance sampling protocols.
• Demonstrated proficiency in operation of active and or passive water treatment systems is desired.
• Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent computer and data management skills. Familiar with applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel) and other data visualization software.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Provides solutions to problems in situations that are atypical based on knowledge of existing precedents or procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to independently achieve deadlines and manage priorities.
• A focus on continuous improvement with strong ability to stay organized and prioritize. Understands and identifies opportunities in areas of environmental/health/safety procedures, techniques and regulatory requirements.
• Basic understanding of Industry workplace health management approaches, safety/fatality risk assessment methods and implementation/verification of critical controls.
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety of yourself and others.

• Position is based out of the Elko, NV office with flexibility in residence location.
• Approximately 75% of time will be spent in the field with potential exposure to harsh winter/summer weather extremes, chemical, mine wastes and wildlife.
• Travel is required to visit and assist domestic Legacy sites. Must be available to travel as necessary and able to fly as a passenger in helicopters and small aircraft.