Senior Environmental Protection Officer

6 days ago

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada ENV Full time
About the Role

The Environmental Protection Officer will play a key role in ensuring that mining activities are conducted in an environmentally responsible manner. This will involve reviewing mining projects, preparing technical memos, and recommending permit conditions under the Environmental Management Act.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead multidisciplinary teams to review mining projects and ensure compliance with environmental regulations
  • Prepare technical memos and reports to support permit applications and environmental assessments
  • Develop and implement environmental management plans to minimize the impact of mining activities on the environment
  • Collaborate with stakeholders, including Indigenous Governments, mining proponents, and regulatory agencies, to ensure effective communication and coordination
  • Conduct environmental risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate potential environmental impacts
Requirements
  • Registered as a Professional Engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists of the Province of British Columbia (EGBC)
  • Master's Degree in Environmental Engineering or a related field and three (3) years of related experience; OR, Bachelor of Applied Science or Bachelor of Engineering Degree with at least five (5) years of related experience
  • Valid BC Class 5 (or equivalent) Driver's Licence
  • Related experience must include all of the following:
    • Experience related to environmental protection and industrial and municipal waste management, such as:
      • Experience with reduction, recycling, treatment and disposal technologies
      • Experience conducting environmental monitoring, assessments and reporting related to waste discharges
      • Experience with environmental planning processes such as Waste Management Planning
      • Experience with hazardous material spill response, hazardous waste and contaminated sites
  • Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following:
    • Experience working in the mining industry
    • Experience with regulatory administration of waste management discharges to the environment
    • Experience in liaison with environmental regulatory agencies
    • Experience with the interpretation and application of the Environmental Management Act
    • Experience with Area Management Planning, the conduct of industrial/sector audits and the development and application of risk assessment and socio-economic analyses
    What We Offer
    • A stimulating and fast-paced work environment
    • The opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team to achieve environmental protection goals
    • Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge
    • A comprehensive benefits package, including a pension plan and paid time off
    How to Apply

To apply for this position, please submit your application through the BC Public Service's online application system. Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position-related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile.

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