Position Description:

Nevada Gold Mines is looking for an Environmental Engineer to join our Environmental Team at the Phoenix Mine. The successful candidate will ensure that all legal and other compliance obligations related to land, reclamation, and closure are achieved. 

Responsibilities: 

Manages all aspects of the site’s reclamation permits including the preparation of regulatory reports, reclamation cost model updates, as well as assisting with reclamation permit modifications. Ensures compliance with regards to the site’s Plan of Operations and corresponding U.S. Bureau of Land Management Record of Decisions. Manages the site’s cultural resource programs including the oversight of cultural resource surveys and the development and execution of cultural mitigation plans, as needed. Participates in regulatory inspections.  Assists with the development of Plan of Operations amendments and the completion of associated NEPA permitting activities. Maintains accurate records of agency correspondence and environmental monitoring data. Acts as a liaison between the mine and environmental regulatory agencies. Develops, maintains, and updates environmental management plans, as necessary. Plans and tracks reclamation activities in coordination with the site’s mine engineering personnel. Manages contractors to ensure the safe delivery of project objectives. Ensures conformance with internal mine closure standards. Assists with providing guidance and training to employees and contractors regarding environmental obligations. Aligns work practices with Environmental ISO 14001 and Occupational Health and Safety 45001 standards. Responsible for periodic, after-hours on-call response to environmental incidents, as needed.  Performs other duties as assigned.  Manages budgets, including the development, forecasting, and tracking of reclamation/closure costs. Coordinates with supply chain personnel to procure contractor and consultant services, as needed.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental science, environmental studies, hydrology, hydrogeology, mine engineering, ecology or related field - required Three (3) years direct experience managing environmental compliance programs and projects - required Strong computer skills including experience with PowerPoint, Word and Excel - required Excellent verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal skills - required Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously - required Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with others - required Ability to identify and implement opportunities for improvement - required General understanding of mining operations - preferred Familiarity with environmental compliance systems and ISO 14001 - preferred Ability to drive results and ensure completion of time sensitive deadlines – required Ability and willingness to work outdoors throughout the year in all weather conditions - required Ability to lift objects up to 50 lbs. - required

 

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