Job Description

Environmental Compliance Lead

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Who we are:

Hudbay Minerals Inc. is a vertically integrated mining company that operates mines, concentrators, and metal production facilities. Our vision is of a growing, well managed and consistently profitable company that provides value to our shareholders. Exploration success and continuous improvement in safety, health, environment, and operating performance drive the company’s value. Our employees at every level of the company demonstrate ethics and integrity, take on accountability and achieve success. Strategic planning is a core strength with plan execution enhanced by high levels of understanding and collaboration. Our company strives to build mutual trust and respect with all of our stakeholder groups.

The Copper Mountain mine currently produces approximately 100 million pounds of copper equivalent per year. With a future mill expansion and the integration of New Ingerbelle, the Copper Mountain Mine is expected to produce approximately 140 million pounds of copper equivalent per year over the first 20 years of its 32-year mine life based on reserves. Copper Mountain is committed to the safe, responsible mining of copper, which is vital to powering a clean-energy future.

The Opportunity:

Hudbay Minerals Inc. is seeking an Environmental Compliance Lead at our Copper Mountain Mine in Princeton, BC. This position is a 5X2, Monday to Friday with a compress work schedule option.

Please note that this opportunity is NOT a fly-in-fly-out position.

Become a Part of Our Team

As we continue to grow Copper Mountain Mining Corporation, there are many career development opportunities available for motivated and goal-oriented individuals.

Work with us and you will benefit from the mentorship and guidance of experienced team members because we understand that in order to accomplish our goals, we must work as a team and rely on the effort of every team member.

POSITION

Environmental Compliance Lead

LOCATION

Copper Mountain Mine is located near the town of Princeton, British Columbia at the center of the scenic Similkameen Valley. Princeton is a community-oriented town with a diverse offering of activities, especially for those who love the outdoors. Princeton is also in close proximity to both the city of Vancouver and the Okanagan.

Reporting to the Superintendent, Regulatory Compliance, the Environmental Compliance Lead ensures regulatory excellence across the mine site. This role is designed for a proactive professional who will champion continuous improvement initiatives, optimize environmental data systems, and provide guidance to uphold our commitments to First Nations communities, stakeholders and regulatory bodies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Data Management & Automation: Oversee, validate, and streamline data collection systems ensuring integrity before data enters the system of record.
• Compliance, Engagement and Commitment tracking through various management systems and platforms
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities to streamline environmental and compliance programs, and implement progressive mitigation strategies to elevate site-wide compliance standards
• Participate in all Company Environment and Health & Safety programs and support the safety culture through involvement in daily and monthly safety meetings and initiatives,
• Support achievement of legal compliance with permit and regulatory requirements through system implementation and regular compliance audits,
• Streamline and optimize existing data collection systems (incl. telemetry, automation, digital collection)
• Maintain professional and ethical conduct standards in all interactions with regulators, First Nations communities, and the public

• Perform other responsibilities as required or as assigned by the department head

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Possess a degree in Environment Science, Environmental Engineering, Geoscience or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years mining experience in BC in Environmental role
• Environmental monitoring field experience
• Direct experience with Engagement Tracking software, Environmental Databases such as MonitorPro and LIMS programs such as DATS
• P.Eng., P.Geo., RP Bio, P.Ag, or EP

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Regulatory Frameworks: understanding of the BC Mines Act, the BC Health, Safety and Reclamation Code, and the BC Environmental Management Act (EMA)
• Detailed understanding of the Federal Metal and Diamond Mining Effluent Regulations (MDMER) and BC Water Quality Guidelines
• Understanding of the Permitting and licensing processes for mines in BC and Canada
• Understanding of general environmental monitoring programs at Mines in BC
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills to present ideas clearly
• Proficient user of Computer Applications, including Word, Excel and Google Workspace
• Competent in effectively managing competing priorities, interdepartmental working relationships, and project timelines
• Work well in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and possess a strong work ethic
• Demonstrated ability to work well with people at all levels of the organization, and ability to influence outcomes, and ability to manage conflict
• Strong knowledge and understanding of appropriately applying prescribed environmental, safety and technical protocols
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Self-motivated, high energy, strong organizational and time management skills
• Required to meet pre-employment testing requirements
• Experience using Borealis, SAP, and MonitorPro Database is an asset
• Experience with ISO 45001 considered an asset
• Possess a valid Class 5/7N British Columbia driver’s license and have access to personal transportation

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work consists of a team environment with regularly scheduled and ad-hoc meetings,
• Frequent exposure to sitting at a computer doing work online,
• Role may operate in a potentially stressful environment caused by constant requests from several people causing uncertainty and ambiguity,
• Work may require the employee to be physically capable of working outside on difficult terrain and in all weather conditions,
• Work will require operating a light vehicle at our operations, in various weather conditions and terrain, including winter driving.

SALARY RANGE

$122,400.00 - $136,000.00 / Annually

Copper Mountain Mine is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. While we consider all qualified applicants for employment and thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.