Job Description
Workplace Type: Onsite
Closing Date:
About Newmont
At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
About Red Chris
Our Red Chris Mine, located in the heart of Northern British Columbia on the traditional territory of the Tahltan Nation. A short distance from Iskut and Dease Lake, Our fly-in, fly-out site offers access from various points across British Columbia and Alberta. Red Chris currently operates as an open-pit copper and gold mine with a promising future to transition to a high-value underground block cave operation. To learn more about the Red Chris Block Cave project, visit our Virtual Open House
At Red Chris, we prioritize the health, safety, and comfort of our team. Our accommodations include reliable Wi-Fi, nutritious meals, recreational facilities, a well-equipped gym with fitness classes, and access to on-site counselling. We offer competitive salaries, retirement savings matching, transportation and PPE allowances, and opportunities for career development. Our workplace is drug- and alcohol-free, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member is empowered to take initiative, care for one another, and contribute to our collective success.
Your Impact
You will lead environmental performance at the site level, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while advancing sustainability commitments. By combining strong technical expertise with people leadership, you’ll help protect the environment, strengthen operational integrity, and enable responsible business growth.
As part of our team you will
- Lead and mentor a team of environmental professionals to deliver safe, compliant, and high-quality work
- Oversee site environmental performance, including monitoring conditions, tracking trends, and reporting outcomes internally and externally
- Direct the implementation of the Environmental Management System and associated plans to meet regulatory and internal standards
- Drive environmental priorities and initiatives aligned with site and business objectives
- Lead audits, inspections, and compliance monitoring of infrastructure and operations
- Investigate environmental incidents and ensure timely corrective and preventative actions
- Prepare and review regulatory reports and technical submissions for accuracy and completeness
- Provide technical guidance to address complex environmental challenges and risks
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within your team
Prerequisites for your success in this role
- Bachelor{s degree in education in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline is an asset
- Proven 10 + years experience in environmental management within mining industry.
- Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, compliance frameworks, and reporting requirements
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams, coach others, and build inclusive, high-performing environments
- Advanced skills in environmental monitoring, risk assessment, and data analysis
- Experience conducting audits, investigations, and implementing corrective actions
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence decisions and outcomes
- A proactive mindset with the ability to solve complex problems using data and practical insights
Your work environment
- Site-based role within a dynamic operational setting
- Collaborative, cross-functional environment working closely with sustainability, health & safety, and operational teams
- Opportunity to lead meaningful environmental initiatives that directly impact sustainability outcomes
- A culture that values safety, accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement
- Supportive leadership committed to developing talent and advancing your career
At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion we are dedicated to creating a culturally rich and supportive environment.
The expected salary range for this role is CA$129,300.00 to 172,400.00 per year . This range is tied to the British Columbia market for jobs performed in British Columbia. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and/or experience. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate’s pay history at other jobs, and by law, Newmont will not seek information about pay history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont.
We believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together. Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. If you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply – we’d love to hear from you!