Environmental Scientist, Mining

Are you ambitious and looking to make the right move in your career?  Now is the perfect time to join Egis.  Egis is experiencing substantial growth in North America, highlighted by our recent acquisition of Ecometrix—now made up of over 1,000 engineers, architects and planners across Canada and the USA. This strategic move underscores our commitment to investing in North America, propelling our expansion to new heights. 

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A Responsible Company - We care about people, and we care about our impact; acting responsibly wherever we work and whatever we do.  

A People-First Company - This is an environment of mutual respect where every team member matters, no matter who they are. 

A Creative Company - Creativity is in our DNA. This is the fuel that helps us tackle the major challenges of our time.  

The more important question you likely have is: Are we the right company for you? 

Joining Egis is an opportunity to make a valuable, positive impact on the world, while growing and developing as a person. Our culture is very collaborative, and we care about people and our impact.  We take great pride in being responsible for our clients, for each other and for our planet and its people. You’ll work and innovate in an environment where high standards and personal consideration go hand-in-hand.

Learn more about the exciting opportunity below where you’ll be part of projects renowned for technical excellence, ambition and sustainability.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Environmental Scientist (Engineer, P. Geo) to join our team. “The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree or Ph.D. and 5 to 10 years of experience addressing environmental issues in mining or working in mining operations, either in Canada or internationally.” This role focuses on developing mine closure options and plans, providing technical expertise from conceptual design through detailed planning. You will work closely with mine planners to advance closure designs and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of mining professionals to ensure closure considerations are integrated into operational strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop scopes and proposals for closure plans, studies and projects.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary technical team in the development of preliminary and detailed reclamation and closure designs.
• Write, develop, and manage closure plans for mining operations (ranging from conceptual to detailed design level) in alignment with regulatory requirements and / or corporate guidance;
• Develop cost-effective solutions for mine closure and land reclamation activities, optimizing environmental and economic outcomes.
• Prepare and submit conceptual and detailed closure plans.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and industry standards.
• Participate in fieldwork, including site visits, data collection, and sampling.
• Contribute to the overall strategic development of the Environmental team.
• Develop and implement project plans, schedules, and budgets.

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, or a related field.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in mining preferably environmental.
• Professional designation (P. Geo, P. Eng, or equivalent) is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite of programs.
• Excellent organizational skills including attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and industry standards.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with mining operations and practices.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are highly desirable.
• Project management experience.

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program.  If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

At Egis, we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company, a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity, growth and collaboration, we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.