Lead, Environment Management Systems

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.

Application Deadline: February 27, 2026

What we offer:

At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.

EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.

We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.

We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

About the role:

Reporting to the Senior Lead, Environmental Management Systems, the Lead, Environmental Management Systems is responsible for the Health, Safety, Environment, Communities and Human Rights (HSEC&HR) Management System for Sustainable Development. The position will work closely with all departments and the assets to ensure the HSEC&HR Management System is meeting both Glencore and EVR standards. In addition, this role supports sustainability and compliance improvements, as well as reporting activities.

We are seeking a proactive team member with strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, who can effectively influence others. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in operations, management systems such as ISO14001, data analysis, and environmental compliance.

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!

Benefits:

Two Annual Bonus Plans
Comprehensive Benefits Plan
Retirement Package
Health Lifestyle Account

In this role you will:

Participate in and adhere to EVR’s standards and policies
Implement and maintain an HSEC&HR management system within Sustainable Development ensuring alignment to EVR and Glencore’s HSEC&HR standards and procedures
Develop and provide teams with systems training and processes that simplify workflows from permit approval to obligation tracking and execution
Facilitate the implementation of regulation changes across EVR by communicating the change and ensure the change occurs across EVR
Support Sustainability Reporting and assurance by monitoring and reporting data completeness, accuracy, and variances to asset teams
Support the administration of the Sustainability Reporting database
Maintain and improve the EVR environmental incident and inspection databases and Power BI dashboards for internal and external reporting.
Participate in monthly Environmental Management System and Performance working groups to bring regional support that focuses on simplification, and alignment across regional and asset teams

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Environmental Science or in one of the Earth Sciences disciplines or a diploma in Environmental Technology with relevant work experience
Minimum 6 years’ experience in the field of environmental management
Proficiency with PowerPoint, excel, PowerBI, data analytic tools, and EMS software
Development and delivery of procedures and training
Experience with permit implementation, developing and implementing compliance programs and the development and implementation of Environmental Management Systems is an asset
Technical knowledge of relevant federal and provincial environmental legislation, standards, and effective industry practices is an asset
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent

The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.

As part of our recruitment process, EVR uses AI tools to assist with reviewing and summarizing candidate information. Personal information provided in your application and interview may be processed by these tools. Your information will be handled in accordance with EVR’s Recruitment Privacy Policy, which you can view here.

About EVR

EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.