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.

Application Deadline

July 28, 2026

What we offer

We support our workforce on their unique career journeys, recognizing skills, competencies, and performance. Our compensation and benefits are competitive, and we promote employee health and wellness, offering opportunities for professional development. We value diversity, ensuring a workplace where every individual is respected for their contributions.

About the role

Reporting to the Senior Lead, Setting, the Lead Environment, Systems is responsible for the management and execution of compliance, regulatory permitting, and internal standards related to contaminated sites, waste and air quality at our Fording River Operations mine. This role drives and enhances compliance and the site's environmental programs.

In this role you will:

- Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
- Manage and support a team focused on compliance, environment program execution and field compliance monitoring
- Provide technical direction and field support for emerging environmental issues
- Identify risks, issues and challenges, develop and evaluate options, implement solutions
- Develop annual budgets to support the completion of objectives
- Collaborate with, and develop and maintain working relationships with on-site groups including Engineering, Processing, Maintenance, and Operations
- Manage external consultants and collaborate with internal subject matter experts, as required




- Understand applicable commitments, legal obligations and associated requirements to advise management decisions and activities
- Prepare and submit all vital data and reports to meet regulatory and other internal commitments, including presentation of technical information to a variety of audiences

Benefits

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

Requirements

- Engineering or Science degree or diploma in an environmental related field
- Holding a professional designation and meeting the BC provincial requirements of a qualified professional for applicable programs is an asset
- Minimum five to eight years’ experience providing technical direction and influencing operational environmental related risk management and challenges associated with resource management
- Technical knowledge of federal and provincial compliance practices and regulations related to air quality, waste management, spill response, and remediation
- Technical understanding of soil or water chemistry and experience with risk evaluations
- Excellent project management experience with a track record that includes management and technical direction of multiple environmental projects and budgets
- Strong analytical and decision-making abilities with a proven capacity in problem solving
- Strong leadership, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficient in environmental data management, analysis, reporting, and environmental databases
- 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.

Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre‑employment requirements of a pre‑employment drug screen and three professional references.

📌 Lead, Environment (Alberta)
🏢 Glencore
📍 Alberta