Nickel Plate - Senior Environmental Specialist

Job Purpose
Barrick Gold Inc. is looking for a Senior Environmental Specialist to join a motivated and high performing team at the closed Nickel Plate Mine near Hedley, BC. The position reports to the Senior Closure Manager and leads implementation of final closure plans in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner that aligns with Barrick’s overall business strategy and goals. The successful candidate brings a strong background in mining environmental management with a broad range of operational, technical and project experience.

The role is based on-site at Nickel Plate Mine with some travel.

Compensation
Compensation Range: CA $109 - $122K

Responsibilities

Coordinate reclamation and environmental monitoring programs, including water quality, biological, vegetation monitoring activities, ensuring compliance with existing permits, authorizations, and regulatory requirements

Oversee program resourcing, scheduling, data management, analysis, and reporting to support operation and closure objectives

Continually review and improve environmental monitoring programs and techniques in alignment with industry standards and best practices

Provide leadership and oversight to field staff, consultants, and contractors conducting environmental investigations and technical studies

Apply knowledge of site-wide environmental performance trends to provide informed input into final closure plans

Manage technical studies and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams to ensure successful execution of environmental and closure-related initiatives

Develop and deliver presentations to regulators, community groups, First Nations, and internal stakeholders

Champion Barrick’s safety culture through visible leadership and active participation in health and safety programs

Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific procedures, standards, and employee training programs

Ensure all incidents, near misses and hazards are reported, investigated and closed out in a timely manner

Participate in risk identification, assessment, and mitigation planning exercises

Develop and track project budgets, and provide inputs to financial tracking and reporting processes

Foster collaborative relationships with Nickel Plate operations staff, Barrick Closure Group personnel, regulatory agencies, and First Nations partners

Actively participate in First Nations engagement activities and identify opportunities to strengthen long-term partnerships and collaboration

Qualifications

Bachelor or higher in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline

Professional registration as a Qualified Professional (e.g., P.Geo, R.P.Bio), or immediate eligibility for registration is considered an asset

Minimum of 10 years relevant experience, preferably across a variety of roles within the mining industry

Experience with environmental monitoring, data management, and regulatory reporting programs

Working knowledge of mine closure, mining operations, construction activities, and/or water treatment systems

Knowledge of British Columbia environmental permitting and regulatory processes an asset

Experience engaging and consulting First Nations communities is required

Strong understanding of water quality, hydrogeology, chemistry or geochemistry is considered an asset

Experience with groundwater and surface water collection and treatment systems, tailings storage facilities, and civil/geotechnical engineering concepts is preferred

Experience with occupational health and safety systems and applicable safety requirements, including WorkSafeBC and the Health Safety and Reclamation Code regulations

Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel is required

Experience with environmental databases and GIS platforms such as EQuIS and ArcGIS is considered an asset

Strong leadership, coaching and influencing skills with direct reports, indirect reports, and peers

Excellent organizational, analytical, problem-solving, written and verbal communication skills

Possession of a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record

Ability and willingness to travel within the US and Canada

Desired Competencies

Strong analytical and critical…