Advisor, Government Affairs

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: June 10th, 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.

Benefits:

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

About the role:

Reporting to the EVR’s Director of Regulatory & Government Affairs, this role supports EVR’s government relations and advocacy work at the provincial and federal level.

To be successful, we are looking for someone with a strong understanding of B.C.’s mining sector, exceptional writing and interpersonal skills, and a demonstrated ability to build relationships with government.

With a compressed work week and alternating Fridays off, experience what true work-life balance is all about!

In this role you will:

Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies

Monitor provincial and federal policy activities for potential impacts or opportunities related to EVR’s business priorities

Develop briefing notes, backgrounders, position statements, and other policy-related content to support senior leader meetings with officials, industry associations, or other stakeholders

Co-ordinate various government submissions and information requests

Collaborate with other team members in Communications, Indigenous Relations, Projects, Environmental Performance, and Marketing with respect to monitoring and assessing policy changes and their potential impact on EVR’s business

Oversee EVR’s provincial and federal lobbyist reporting requirements

Represent EVR in industry and government committees, when required

Requirements:

Minimum five years of direct experience in the B.C. provincial government and/or in a government relations role for a B.C.-based mining company

Bachelor’s degree in political science or equivalent

Sound knowledge of the policy development and legislative process

Exceptional writing, communication, and interpersonal skills

Strong qualitative and quantitative research and analytical skills

Organized and strong attention to detail

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.