Cortez - Environmental Engineer, Closure and Reclamation

Barrick Mining Corporation

30d

About The Position

At Nevada Gold Mines, 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 seeking an Environmental Engineer specializing in closure and reclamation
to join our Environmental Team at the Cortez operation. As a vital member of
this team, you will collaborate with various stakeholders and oversee the
execution of closure and reclamation projects, ensuring compliance with all
regulatory and company standards.

The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills and
demonstrate the ability to work effectively within a diverse team. Your role
will be critical in helping us achieve our environmental objectives and sustain
our commitment to responsible mining practices. 

At Nevada Gold Mines, we are committed to a safe work environment and sending
every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy
for our host communities.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including a medical, dental, and
vision plan with company-sponsored medical clinics, a 401k retirement plan with
an employer match, paid time off, a company stock purchase program, and much
more!

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, mine engineering, geology, hydrology, ecology (or similar) required.
• Ability to prepare technical communications and convey results to audiences with varying levels of expertise required.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously required.
• Ability to operate independently and in small multi-disciplinary teams required.
• Excellent computer skills (e.g. MS Office and data management programs) required.
• Excellent safety record with ability to demonstrate safety leadership required.

Nice To Haves

• 1-3 years of experience in an environmental compliance or reclamation/closure role preferred.
• Strong GIS skills preferred.
• Proficient in analyzing and interpreting analytical and monitoring data, with an emphasis on water quality and geochemistry preferred.
• Experience managing regulatory compliance programs in the state of Nevada preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the site's reclamation permits, including regulatory reporting and updating the Reclamation Cost Estimate models as needed.
• Implement closure and reclamation projects in compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.
• Ensure compliance with aspects of the site’s Plan of Operations, with a primarily focus on land management obligations.
• Collect and document site as-built information to track and report reclamation liabilities, ensuring compliance with financial reporting requirements.
• Analyze environmental monitoring data for compliance, reclamation, and closure programs, including data on water quality, geochemistry, vegetation, and other material characterization.
• Build strong relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including Federal and State authorities, to communicate monitoring results and collaborate on strategies for the successful execution of closure and reclamation activities.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of site closure plans.
• Adhere to state and federal health and safety regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level