Coordinator, Water Management

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: August 31, 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 Water Management Lead, the Water Management Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and executing the site's water management program by supporting water management infrastructure, monitoring programs, data management and reporting, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Coordinator serves as the primary day-to-day technical resource for the water management program and works closely with Operations, Mine Engineering, Environment, Projects, consultants, and contractors to support both operational and strategic water management objectives.

This is a dynamic role that combines technical office work with regular field activities. Success in this position requires developing a strong understanding of the site's water management systems through routine field inspections, verification of water management instrumentation, and close collaboration with Operations. Field work will vary throughout the year depending on operational priorities, seasonal conditions, and project requirements, requiring the ability to work safely and effectively in an active mining environment.

To be successful in this role we are looking for someone with strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, who can build and foster positive relationships with partners across all levels of our organization. In addition, strong problem-solving, critical thinking, time management, and analytical skills as well as the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment are vital for this role.

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!

In this role you will:

Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
Maintain and update water balance model, supporting water accounting, forecasting, and operational decision-making.
Coordinate hydrometric and flow monitoring programs, ensuring data quality, system reliability, and timely maintenance of monitoring infrastructure.
Conduct routine field inspections, troubleshooting, and performance verification of water management infrastructure, hydrometric stations, and flow metering systems to support reliable operation and accurate water accounting.
Support risk analysis through data collection and interpretation.
Support implementation and tracking of regulatory commitments related to water management plans, water management facilities, and water licences.
Provide technical editing of permitting applications and regulatory submissions.
Complete budget planning for water projects and ensure project management standard methodologies are applied.
Collaborate with Operations, Mine Engineering, Environment, and external stakeholders to support both short- and long-term water management objectives.
Advise on surface water, groundwater, and hydrology monitoring programs.
Prepare and review data and reports to meet regulatory and other commitments, including presentation of technical information to a variety of audiences

Requirements:

Degree or diploma in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Biology, Forestry, Agriculture, or a related field
2–5 years of experience supporting water management, environmental management, hydrology or mining operations
Registered, or eligible to apply as a qualified professional such as RP BIO, P.Eng., RPF or related designation, is an asset
Experience with data analysis, QA/QC and reporting.
Comfortable working in, or experience working in, an active mining environment with regular field exposure in varying terrain and weather conditions
Demonstrated ability to balance office-based technical work with routine field inspections and operational support
Experience with hydrometric data collection and systems and maintaining or supporting Water Balance Models (GoldSim experience is considered an asset).
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite®: Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent

Salary range: 96,000 - 118,000 CAD/ year

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.