Environmental Monitor

Orla Mining • Thunder Bay, ON

5d • CA$73,000 - CA$87,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Orla Mining is seeking an Environmental Monitor for its Musselwhite Mine in Northern Ontario. This role is crucial for conducting the Environmental Sampling program in compliance with all permits, approvals, and legislation. The Environmental Monitor will ensure that field data is properly recorded and entered into the electronic data management system. Orla Mining is committed to responsible gold mining and creating a net positive benefit for all stakeholders, leaving a legacy beyond the life of its mines.

Requirements

• Completed grade 10 education
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Adaptable, ability to think critically and problem-solve
• Knowledge and understanding of operation of 4x4 pickup trucks, outboard motors, utility task vehicles (UVT) and other outdoor equipment as required
• Good computer skills with a particular focus working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Ability to work in various types of inclement weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow, insects etc.) in remote field settings

Nice To Haves

• Work experience in the environmental field

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a high level of health, safety and environmental awareness
• Monitor personal and coworker adherence to health and safety controls, protocols and standards
• Report any deviation from established health and safety measures and protocols to Supervisor
• Adhere strictly to Orla’s Health, Safety and Environmental standards
• Ensure that all required environmental samples are collected, stored and shipped in accordance with permits, approvals and applicable legislation
• Follow procedures for sampling, measuring or monitoring surface water, groundwater, soil and other environmental aspects of the mine site
• Ensure accurate recording of field data
• Transfer of recorded field data into spreadsheets
• Report any changes/deviations in the field from the expected environmental conditions, processes and requirements to their Supervisor
• Assist in completing site environmental inspections in various areas of the operation and participation in Joint, Health, Safety and Environment Committee meetings
• Assist in the implementation of planned reclamation projects
• Assist with the preparation and documentation of community engagement meetings
• Participate actively in daily department and safety meetings, sharing insights and opinions
• Manage and organize daily and weekly tasks so they are efficiently completed
• Demonstrate willingness to learn applicable environmental legislation and regulatory framework
• Demonstrate consistent attendance record for expected work schedule

Benefits

• Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP) with automatic 5% employer contribution
• Up to an additional 4% employer match on employee contributions to the DCPP
• Eligible to participate in the Company’s annual short term incentive program (target annual bonus of 10% of base salary)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED