Environmental Advisor

Bantrel is proud to be a leading provider of Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Construction Management (EPC / EPCM) services in Canada.

For 40 years we have delivered end-to-end solutions for some of Canada's most challenging and complex energy, mining, infrastructure, and nuclear projects, with an unrelenting focus on safety and quality. Bantrel performs design and procurement services from our primary Calgary, Edmonton and Toronto office locations and delivers construction management and self-perform construction services at various Client sites across Canada.

We operate independently but leverage the global expertise of and provide resources to our affiliate Bechtel Corporation, one of the largest EPC companies in the world, and remain Canadian focused including through our other shareholder, McCaig Investments, a respected local family group of businesses and deep community supporter.  Our private ownership provides long-term business planning and strategic decision horizons supported by a strong financial position.

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We are currently seeking a qualified Environmental Advisor to join our Mining team, based out of Bethune, SK. The Environmental Advisor will be responsible for supporting the implementation and maintenance of the project site's environmental management program and ensuring compliance with permits, regulations, project-specific Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and Construction Environmental Control Plans (CECP). This role involves close collaboration with teams - engineering, procurement, construction—ensuring environmental considerations are integrated across all phases of project delivery. Bantrel is working with K+S Potash (KSPC) as an Integrated Project Management Team (IPMT), to expand the KSPC Bethune Potash Mine near Moose Jaw Saskatchewan from 2.2 to 3.0M tonnes per annum over the next 5 years. The final production capacity is intended to grow over decades to 4M tonnes per year, doubling the current production output of potash. Key personnel will support the project from Saskatoon and Bethune, with additional support staff supporting from Calgary, Edmonton, and Toronto.  

Join us in this full time permanent role

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct environmental site inspections, field audits, and monitoring throughout construction. Provide detailed compliance reports.
• Develop, implement, and improve environmental management plans (EMS, CECP, spill response, waste & erosion control).
• Support project teams by interpreting environmental legislation, regulations, and permit obligations. Liaise with regulatory agencies for permitting and compliance discussions.
• Maintain environmental registers: aspects/impacts, risk, incidents, and non-conformances. Track and report on key performance metrics.
• Draft and submit compliance reports, permit applications, technical reports, dashboards, and meeting minutes.
• Deliver environmental awareness training and support toolbox talks for staff and contractors.
• Lead or contribute to spill response, incident investigations, and corrective action plans.
• Provide technical guidance on environmental best practices related to waste, biodiversity, air, water, soil, and hazardous materials.

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years in environmental field roles, preferably within, construction, oil & gas, or mining projects.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian federal and provincial environmental regulations, permitting frameworks, and best management practices.
• Ability to conduct field inspections, interpret lab and monitoring data.
• Competency in environmental management systems (ISO 14001 / EMS) and tools like GIS is an asset.
• Excellent communication—able to deliver training and liaise with clients, regulators, and contractors.
• CEC (Certified Environmental Compliance), NEBOSH, or similar certifications are advantageous.
• Valid driver's license, with a clean drivers abstract with the ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Our culture is guided by our Mission and Values, these shape how we treat one another, our Clients, and how we achieve excellence. Bantrel has a long and vibrant history of local community involvement, employee volunteerism, and corporate philanthropy. Bantrel encourages applications from people with disabilities.  We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process. Bantrel is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values Indigenous perspectives. Learn more about our approach to diversity and inclusion here. 

As part of the recruitment process, successful clearance of applicable pre-employment checks is required which may include Criminal Background/Police Information check, Drug & Alcohol test, Reference checks as well as submittal of Provincial Driver's Abstract. Please note only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted - all other resumes will be retained for future consideration.  No phone calls or unsolicited agency resumes please. AI technology is utilized by Bantrel as part of our recruitment process.