Project Lead, Water Management

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Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development,

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Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.

What We Offer

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At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.

EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.

We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.

We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

About the Role

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Reporting to the Project Director, the Project Lead, Water Management is responsible for leading the development of a project water management strategy to support mine development projects and meet the necessary social, environment and regulatory requirements associated with water management for future mining expansions.

To be successful, we are looking for someone who has strong leadership, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. This person can balance different perspectives, influence contributors, and make recommendations for the strategic direction of the project.

This is an exciting chance to look for opportunities for innovation to ensure continuous improvement of our water management program. You will drive projects and change, owning the process and its successes!

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about.

Two Annual Bonus Plans

Comprehensive Benefits Plan

Retirement Package

Health Lifestyle Account

Relocation Assistance

Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies

Oversee the development of a project water management strategy that integrates with the current and future operational water management within Line Creek Operation, integrates with existing and planned water treatment, and aligns with the overarching EVR water management strategy.

Integration with Regional programs focusing on water quality and quantity and considering cumulative effects of multiple industries operating in the same watershed

Evaluate the performance, implementation and interpretation of complex water quality and quantity models

Coordinate development of mitigation plans for complex issues relates to water quantity and quality including Interaction between groundwater and surface water, tributary level in stream flow requirements and water quality impacts

Coordination with multi-disciplinary teams and professionals including regulatory approvals, Mine Engineering, and Tailings, and technical disciplines involved include hydrology, hydrogeology, geochemistry, water quality, aquatic health, water infrastructure and fish to develop Water Management Plans consistent with business, regulatory, regional water quality modelling, and Water Governance Framework requirements

Work directly with operational based teams for water management to deliver a plan that considers efficiencies in mine planning, mine operations water consumptive uses, management and storage.

Provide technical support of permitting applications and regulatory submissions

Engineering or Science Degree in a related field

Minimum five years relevant professional experience with a focus on water quality assessment or water quality monitoring.

Experience in project management and delivery is an asset

Experience in development and implementation of holistic water management programs and risk evaluation of water quality/quantity and aquatic life is an asset

Experience supervising or leading a team is an asset

Technical knowledge of federal and provincial mining water practices and regulatory compliance is an asset

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent

The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.

As part of our recruitment process, EVR uses AI tools to assist with reviewing and summarizing candidate information. Personal information provided in your application and interview may be processed by these tools. Your information will be handled in accordance with EVR’s Recruitment Privacy Policy, which you can view here.

About EVR

EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.