Environmental Technician

Workplace Type: Onsite

Newmont is the world's leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company's world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favorable mining jurisdictions in North America, South America, Australia and Africa. Newmont is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social and governance practices. The Company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution and technical proficiency. Newmont was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.

The Environmental Technician is part of the Environment Sector team. He/She is responsible for planning and conducting environmental monitoring in the field as well as compiling associated data. He/She is in direct contact with workers to advise them on and raiser their awareness to environmental matters.

• Plan and conduct environmental monitoring: effluents (mining, sanitary), surface water, groundwater, drinking water and others
• Manage, update and ensure integrity of monitoring data and participate in preparing various environmental reports
• Conduct environmental inspections. Identify and report regulation or good environmental practice non-compliances.
• Monitor preventive and corrective measures and ensure that they are completed and closed
• Assist and advise operations staff to maintain proper management of hazardous waste, solid waste and spills
• Participate in the environmental awareness training program for workers
• Provide environmental monitoring of various construction works on the site
• Respect, know and promote company regulations and policies, particularly with regard to health and safety
• All other related duties

• College studies diploma in environmental science, mineral technology or a related field
• Minimum 2 years relevant experience in a similar position, ideally in the mining industry
• Strong knowledge of Office Suite software (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• Bilingualism, French & English is an asset
• Valid driver's license
• Pleasure craft operator card

• Ability to analyze and solve problems
• Teamwork in a multicultural environment
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Adaptability

• Fly-in/fly-out work performed in a mining camp on a cycle of 14 days in, 14 days out. Lodging and food provided on site.
• 12-hour work days.
• Frequent outdoor work in all weather conditions.

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, we will only contact those selected for an interview.

As an equal opportunity employer, Newmont is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.