Environmental Specialist, Water

Skeena Gold + Silver•Area D (Iskut/Big Raven), BC

1d•CA$45 - CA$60•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Environmental Manager, the Environmental Specialist, Water is responsible for leading water-related environmental monitoring programs that support mine construction and operations while ensuring compliance with environmental permits, regulatory requirements, and company standards. This role provides technical expertise in surface water, groundwater, hydrology, and water quality, supports water management initiatives, coordinates consultants and contractors, and contributes to continuous improvement of environmental programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Hydrogeology, Hydrology, Geoscience, Earth Sciences, Biology, Environmental Studies, or a related discipline.
Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence with a clean driving record.
Occupational First Aid, Wilderness First Aid, WHMIS, and TDG certifications, or willingness to obtain.
Ability to work a rotational schedule in a remote camp environment.
5+ years of progressive environmental experience in mining, construction, or other industrial environments.
Experience leading surface water, groundwater, and environmental monitoring programs.
Experience supporting water management, water treatment, environmental compliance, and regulatory reporting.
Experience interpreting hydrological, hydrogeological, and water quality data.
Experience coordinating consultants, contractors, and technical studies.
Working knowledge of applicable provincial and federal environmental legislation and permitting requirements.
Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
Strong leadership, mentoring, and interpersonal skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office and environmental data management systems.
All Applicants MUST be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

Eligibility for registration as a Professional Agrologist (P.Ag.), Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.), Registered Professional Biologist (RPBio.), Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), or other applicable professional designation is considered an asset.
Experience working at a remote mine site is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Lead surface water, groundwater, and environmental monitoring programs.
Conduct environmental sampling, field investigations, and data analysis.
Interpret water quality, groundwater, and hydrological data to support operational and regulatory decision-making.
Evaluate monitoring results against permit requirements, water quality objectives, and regulatory standards.
Support aquatic effects monitoring and environmental studies.
Support water management programs and water treatment operations.
Coordinate surface water, groundwater, and receiving environment monitoring programs.
Prepare technical reports and regulatory submissions.
Participate in environmental inspections, audits, and compliance activities.
Support discharge authorizations and environmental permitting requirements.
Coordinate environmental consultants, contractors, laboratories, and technical studies.
Develop and improve environmental monitoring programs, procedures, and standard operating procedures.
Support groundwater monitoring well installation, maintenance, monitoring, and decommissioning.
Maintain accurate environmental data and ensure quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC).
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to Environmental Technicians and field personnel.
Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Construction, and Indigenous partners to achieve environmental objectives.
Promote a culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement.
Perform other related duties as assigned.