Carlin - Senior Environmental Engineer, Land

Location: Elko, NV, United States

Position Description:

Are you an environmental professional looking to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an opportunity for you!

Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is seeking a qualified Senior Environmental Engineer with expertise in mine closure planning and permitting to join the Environmental Team at our Carlin operation. This key role is responsible for managing site reclamation and closure programs and supporting the development and maintenance of critical federal and state permits associated with the site’s Plan of Operations, administered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), as well as state permits overseen by the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) and other regulatory agencies.

The successful candidate will also lead a team dedicated to ensuring full regulatory compliance with approved plans and permits, while fulfilling company commitments and standards related to environmental stewardship and biodiversity.

At Nevada Gold Mines (NGM), our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities. 

Responsibilities:

• Lead the comprehensive development and execution of site closure plans, including the completion of any necessary studies and mitigation activities crucial for the successful closure of inactive facilities.
• Oversee the site's reclamation permits, and effectively manage the reclamation cost model, reclamation surety bonds, and long-term trusts.
• Oversee the site’s closure related Water Pollution Control permit compliance and reporting program
• Coordinate with site personnel and the regional NGM permitting team to successfully facilitate federal and state permitting actions including completion of cultural, wildlife, and other baseline studies. 
• Successfully implement and manage Federal environmental compliance requirements.

• Interpret monitoring data related to water quality, geochemistry, vegetation, and other material characterization. 

• Lead and develop Environmental Engineers and Technicians
• Engage with regulatory agencies and other external stakeholders. 
• Direct wildlife surveying and reporting activities for sensitive species.
• Oversee the noxious weed abatement program.
• Support the spatial data management (GIS) program for the Department.
• Ensure conformance with the company Mine Closure Standard.
• Assist with training NGM employees and contractors regarding safety and environmental requirements.
• Budget management including development, forecasting and tracking of program costs
• Coordinate business partner procurement processes and direct awarded project activities as required.  
• Responsible for periodic, after-hours on-call response to environmental incidents, as needed.
• This position requires the ability to regularly walk over uneven, sloped, rocky, wet or icy ground and the ability to lift 40 or more pounds consistently and safely. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Mine Engineering, Geology, Ecology or related field required
• Minimum seven (7) years direct experience in environmental compliance
• Minimum of three (3) years in a surface and/or underground mining environment required
• Supervisory experience strongly preferred
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal skills required
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously required
• Excellent computer skills (e.g. MS Office and data management programs) required
• Excellent safety record with ability to demonstrate safety leadership required
• Proficient in analyzing and interpreting analytical and monitoring data, with an emphasis on water quality and geochemistry preferred   
• Familiarity with compliance systems and ISO 14001 preferred

What We Can Offer You  

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
• Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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About Us

Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.

Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company.  With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry - including six of the world's Tier One gold mines - Barrick's operations an projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States.  We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth.  Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".