Senior Environmental Scientist

Copper World Inc • Tucson, AZ

105d

About The Position

The Sr. Environmental Scientist is responsible for supporting the project/operation by leading and working as a member of the team in the development of environmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Best Management Practices (BMP). This role involves ensuring compliance and assessing impacts associated with an operating copper mine, industrial processing facility, and construction site. The position requires effective communication with regulatory and government agencies, coordinating monitoring of project emissions, waste management, and other environmental aspects. The Sr. Environmental Scientist will also provide technical guidance and mentorship within the environmental department, promote environmental training, conduct compliance inspections, and manage data and reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science or Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Hydrology, Forestry, Environmental/Natural Resource Management or other related degree.
• Minimum of 5 years’ environmental compliance experience, preferably at a mining or industrial manufacturing operation.
• Experience planning, assigning and supervising work for employees or contractors.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of professionals from varied departments and disciplines effectively and with limited supervision.
• Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with MS Office (Excel, Word, etc.), geoportal and compliance tracking software preferred.
• Possess or willingness to obtain training, certification or licensure appropriate to the job may include HAZWOPER, Method 9, DOT, EMS Auditor, Asbestos, Water Treatment Operator, or CHMM.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring compliance and assessing impacts associated with an operating copper mine, industrial processing facility and construction site.
• Effectively communicate with regulatory and government agencies, and professional associations to develop and maintain good working relationships and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate monitoring of project/operation emissions, waste management and process related environmental aspects.
• Supervision of surface water, groundwater, stormwater, soil and other monitoring in support of environmental compliance programs and permitting.
• Provide technical guidance, leadership and mentorship within environmental department.
• Promote and communicate environmental training/awareness/standards to employees and contractors to minimize impact risk.
• Conduct environmental compliance inspections of work areas and job sites.
• Data analysis, QA/QC, records management and preparation of reports.
• Use of electronic data management and compliance reporting software.
• Serve as Project Manager or technical expert on environmental projects.
• Work with the Project development team to ensure construction complies with environmental plans, policies, permits, etc.
• Maintain records, compose correspondence, and perform other administrative activities as necessary to meet compliance requirements.
• Lead compliance audits, assess risks and recommend corrective actions.

Benefits

• Annual performance bonuses
• Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
• Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short- & Long-term Disability.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
• An Employee Share Purchase Plan with contribution matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, paid sick time and holiday pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees