Consulting Associate, Mine Closure Planning (Entry Level)

ERM is seeking a motivated Environmental Consultant, LPMR / Mine Closure Planning to join our Mining team at one of our offices in Sudbury, Saskatoon or Calgary .

Working under the direction of project managers and partners, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a variety of mine closure related projects.

You may also have the opportunity to support other disciplines (i.e., archaeology, ecology, water management, etc.) if interested.

This is a great opportunity to work with ERM's technical experts on the cutting edge of the field, while building the required experience to obtain your professional registration or expand your career.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Support a wide variety of mining and contaminated site projects including but not limited to Phase I and Phase II environmental assessments, site investigation, mine closure plans, mine closure cost estimate and asset retirement obligation (ARO), and development of management plans.
• Coordinate and field work support activities - surveying, laboratory services, field monitoring equipment calibration and maintenance.
• Compile and evaluate data and assist in report preparation.
• Focus on team project delivery, taking direction primarily from project managers.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Work within quality / budget / schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments.
• Conduct field work, including soil, water, air, and dust sampling, remediation pilot tests, construction support, and remediation system operation and maintenance.
• Communicate with subcontractors, regulatory agents, tenants, and clients during field activities.

REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, geology, science, or related discipline. A post-graduate degree is an asset.
• 0 - 4 years of relevant experience in mining or environmental assessment work.
• Experience working in BC, Ontario, and / or the Territories and familiarity with mine closure and environmental regulatory frameworks within these locales is an asset.
• Effective written / verbal communication and organization / analytical skills; experience recording / writing detailed technical data and reports is a plus.
• Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health and Safety protocols.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with good problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• Willingness to conduct fieldwork in remote locations is preferred.
• Additional language skills (e.g., French and Spanish) are an asset.
• Eligibility for professional registration as a member in training (e.g., E.I.T., G.I.T., or A.I.T.) would be an asset.
• Must be in the Sudbury, Saskatoon or Calgary area and have the ability to go to the office when required.

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career.

We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues.

We call this capability our boots to boardroom approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.