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, Environment, 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 in office 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.

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📌 Lead, Environment (British Columbia)
🏢 Glencore
📍 British Columbia