Environmental Permitting and Approvals Consultant – MiningJob DescriptionThe successful candidate will bring strong technical judgment, regulatory experience, and a practical understanding of how effects to the natural environment are addressed within mining approvals. This position offers the opportunity to work on challenging and meaningful projects while fostering professional development and career growth. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of related experience in a consulting setting and a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.Your ImpactSupport and lead environmental approvals for proposed and operating mines in Ontario, with a primary focus on approvals related to lands management, such as approvals related to dams, mineral waste facilities, forestry resources, aggregate resources, access roads and transmission linesPrepare and review permit/approval applications, technical reports and environmental management/monitoring plans related to mine development and expansion, and closure planningWork collaboratively with in‑house experts in hydrology, hydrogeology, geochemistry, aquatic resources, engineering and others to provide technical and regulatory support to mining projectsDevelop and contribute to comprehensive environmental documents that align with WSP's quality standards, while meeting client budgetary and scheduling requirementsEffectively liaise with clients, regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and Indigenous communities to facilitate the approvals processMentor less experienced professionals as required, encouraging growth and success within the teamThe Skills That Set You ApartMinimum of a bachelor's degree in a related discipline from a recognized university (post graduate degree considered an asset)
such as environmental studies, physical geography / geology, engineering or biology with progressive experience, ideally including consulting to private sector clientsFive or more years’ experience demonstrating a high degree of understanding of the interrelationships between development and environmental effects, with particular emphasis on northern climatesExperience with the Ontario and Federal regulatory regimes, and environmental assessment and approvals processes applicable to metal miningAttention to detail and strong communicator (both written and verbal) in EnglishCurrent or future eligibility for P.Geo. or P.Eng. viewed favorablySelf‑starter who enjoys working in a team environment having an ability to multi‑task and work with multidisciplinary project teams to execute projects collaborativelyRole commensurate with experienceCompensationAB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $93,700 – $124,200MB & ON: $85,500 – $117,800NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $84,700 – $112,400Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.Employment EquityWSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Environmental Permitting And Approvals Consultant - Mining - C$84,700 - C$124,200 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 WSP
📍 Winnipeg