PURPOSE
This position is responsible for providing leadership in the development, implementation and continuous improvement of environmental programs in accordance with regulatory requirements so as to ensure that CST Coal environmental planning is adequately reviewed, implemented and communicated in all aspects of the operation, resulting in facilities being operated in while maintained environmental compliance and stewardship.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Reporting to the General Manager, the incumbent is directly responsible for 6 full-time technicians/technologists and various project personnel as required.
RESPONSIBILITIES & PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
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Plans organize, direct, control, and coordinate the development and implementation of environmental programs in compliance with all provincial and federal regulations, acts, and approvals.
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Coordinates activities for water and domestic wastewater treatment; and supervision of water works operators.
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Coordinates all aspects of resource use, pollution prevention, waste management, environmental health, risk assessment, and employee involvement.
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Analyzes and reports environmental performance corporately to internal management and externally to provincial and federal regulatory bodies (Alberta Energy Regulator, Environment Canada, etc.).
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Prepares provincial and federal environmental monitoring reports, assuming the lead responsibility with the company, to internal management and external regulators.
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Manages environmental projects, including managing staff and budgets and coordinating activities.
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Development, mentors, and training staff of all levels in environmental compliance and company responsibilities
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Investigates environmental incidents, develops and implements after action plans.
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Provide support for regulatory applications and adherence to existing approvals.
Additional Duties
- Responsible for providing technical support/advice in the form of formal/informal presentations or reports to other Departmental staff, Managers, Senior Executive, Government, NGOs, and the general public as required.
- Responsible for performing other related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
A minimum advanced college diploma in an environmental discipline with a four-year degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or related discipline being preferred.
Experience
A minimum of Five years of direct, environmental compliance experience in an industrial setting, preferably in mining; coupled with significant team leadership experience is required. A suitable combination of education and experience may be considered. Demonstrable project management experience is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Safety attitude and personal commitment to a zero incident workplace
- Excellent knowledge of provincial and federal legislation including the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act and Regulations, The Public Lands Act, and the Water Act.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite
- Knowledge of project management principles
- Sound problem solving and creative thinking skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills due to exposure to a variety of scientific disciplines
- Demonstrated ability to organize and multi-task in an environment with changing priorities with minimal warning.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects to ensure adherence to deadlines.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The incumbent needs to be able to:
- handle loads over 20 kg. in weight.
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maintain a license/certification and operate a vehicle requiring a Class 5 license including ATV’s, i.e., quad, snowmobile.
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regularly engage in physical exertion, i.e., shovel, lift and/or carry heavy materials.
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concentrate for over 60 consecutive minutes.
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work in environmental extremes for over 60 consecutive minutes,
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sit for over 60 consecutive minutes.
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listen to quiet sounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The incumbent works at the CST Coal Mine Site facility and will be required to travel by motorized vehicle, ATV or on foot, CST Coal’s coal leases as a regular function of the job. The shift schedule is an EDO schedule (5x2 / 4x3 rotation) averaging 40-hours per week. Overtime and being on stand-by or ready for callouts may be required due to the nature of the work.
He/she is in an office setting up 90% of the time and outdoors 10% of the time and may be exposed to fire, smoke, fumes, odors, or chemicals associated with laboratory analysis and rough and steep terrain. Travel may be required outside the work area in order to attend conferences, courses, or meetings.
As a condition of employment, the incumbent is required to comply with pre and post employment drug and alcohol testing as per the Drug and Alcohol Policy. As required, personal protective equipment will include the use of an approved hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe boots, hearing protection, CSA approved respiratory protection, protective clothing, and gloves.
