Permitting and Engagement Lead - 100% Remote

EnviroCareers

6d•Remote

About The Position

The client, a Canadian mining company, is seeking a Permitting and Engagement Lead for a major gold development project in the Yukon. This role is part of the regulatory function for a project transitioning from advanced exploration to construction. The Lead will be responsible for advancing permitting deliverables and coordinating with regulators, Indigenous Nations, and internal technical teams. The position involves advancing project approvals by coordinating permitting deliverables and leading engagement with regulators and Yukon First Nations. Reporting to the Senior Regulatory Lead, this role ensures regulatory applications are complete, defensible, and aligned with engagement commitments, while proactively managing information requests, tracking commitments, and identifying risks to approvals. Success is measured by efficient permit progression, constructive relationships with regulators and stakeholders, and clear alignment between technical work, engagement outcomes, and regulatory expectations.

Requirements

5 to 10 years of experience in permitting, regulatory approvals, or environmental planning within mining or major resource projects.
Direct, hands-on experience with Yukon regulatory processes.
Demonstrated experience working with Yukon First Nations and understanding consultation expectations.
Experience preparing or coordinating regulatory applications and supporting documentation.
Ability to manage multiple workstreams and stakeholders in a structured, disciplined way.
Degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, biology, environmental planning, or related field.
Strong technical writing and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Eligibility for a professional designation (e.g., RPBio, PAg, PGeo, PEng) is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Lead the preparation and advancement of key permits, authorizations, and amendments within the Yukon regulatory framework.
Coordinate technical inputs from internal teams and external consultants to support permit applications and regulatory submissions.
Ensure all deliverables are complete, consistent, and aligned with regulatory expectations before submission.
Track application status, information requests, and approval timelines, ensuring no gaps or missed commitments.
Identify risks to approvals early and work with the Senior Regulatory Lead to mitigate them.
Support and help lead engagement with Yukon First Nations and other stakeholders in alignment with project commitments.
Ensure engagement is meaningful, documented, and integrated into permitting deliverables.
Track commitments, concerns, and follow-ups arising from engagement activities and ensure they are addressed.
Work closely with internal leadership to maintain consistency between regulatory submissions and engagement messaging.
Act as a key point of contact for day-to-day regulator interactions.
Coordinate responses to regulator information requests, ensuring clarity, completeness, and timeliness.
Prepare briefing materials, summaries, and supporting documentation for meetings with regulators and stakeholders.
Maintain organized records of communications, commitments, and decisions to support auditability and compliance.