Engineering - Environmental Manager

Posted Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 8:00 AM

Directly responsible for managing all environmental activities with the environmental department including environmental compliance, permitting and health and safety practices across Westmoreland in order to minimize liability and maintain compliance with federal, state and local regulations. Researches and solves performance/operational issues to improve development efficiency. Leads and develops the environmental team. Oversees a robust project management process and delivery timelines to keep projects on schedule and on budget.

Responsible for communication and interaction with regulatory agencies.
Provide oversight and internal approval for mine permit submittals and revisions, mine-plan revisions, bond release and bond calculations, hazardous waste compliance, air quality compliance and permitting, spill prevention and containment.

This position has formal supervisory responsibilities over other employees.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Environmental Health and Safety, Environmental or Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field is required. Ten years of mining and regulatory related experience is preferred. Previous supervisory experience is also required. Professional Engineering license in the state of MT preferred.

The successful candidate must have good oral and written communication skills. Good organizational skills, analytical skills, problem solving skills, and decision‑making skills are essential.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office. Experience with JDE, Cority, SMartsheets, project management software preferred.

Pre-employment drug screening and personal & criminal backgrounds checks will be conducted on all candidates that receive a conditional offer. Successful applicant must possess a valid driver’s license through the duration of employment. Successful applicant must meet all insurability requirements as specified by Westmoreland’s policies or Driver’s insurance provider.

Excellent wage and benefit package.