Coordinator, Environment, Regulatory Approvals

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: May 4, 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, Regulatory, the Environmental Coordinator is responsible for coordinating support to major permitting projects and obtaining non-major permits to maintain ongoing operations. 

To be successful, we are looking for someone who can build positive relationships with internal staff, work closely with government agencies and collaborate with managers to identify issues and find solutions. This person has an organized and proactive work style. The ability to coordinate the efforts of others to accomplish objectives is vital. 

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 health and safety programs and policies

Coordinate permit applications for Social, Environmental and Regulatory Approvals (SERA) of non-major projects and/or major mine development and water treatment projects

Coordinate with project and operational team’s complete applications, such as water licensing, approvals for in-stream works, effluent (air, water, refuse) permitting, permitting under the Mines Act, licensing to allow tree clearing, and notices of work for access and drilling activities

Be the key point of contact for all environmental permitting for mine-based positions

Assist with the coordination of consulting teams including the scheduling and coordination of environmental baseline programs and reporting

Coordinate health and safety requirements for implementing field programs, including spending time directly in the field

Assist with preparation of management plans and Request-for-Proposals and proposal review processes

Coordinate meetings and engagement events with government and First Nations

Coordinate and track responses to regulatory review comments and information requests

Provide technical, administrative and project management support for permitting projects, such as assisting with schedule, budget, scope changes, risk log, and document control

Prepare status summaries and schedule reporting materials; facilitate documentation approval

Support transition of permit approvals to the mine operations team

Requirements:

Degree or diploma in Forestry, Biology, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related field

Minimum three years of experience in environmental management, environmental assessment, or regulatory field

Experience in preparing and/or coordinating permitting applications in the resource development industry or similar work

Excellent digital literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite®, specifically Excel, Project, PowerPoint and Word

Knowledge and experience with permitting under the following BC legislation is an asset: Mines Act, Water Sustainability Act, Environmental Management Act, and Forest Act

Experience with impact assessment work 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.