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Senior Environmental Engineer

By KGHM International Ltd.

Dead Line: August 13, 2021

LOCATION: Ruth, Nevada
DEPARTMENT: Environmental
REPORTS TO: Environmental Permitting Superintendent
 
KGHM International Ltd., a subsidiary of KGHM Polska Miedź S.A., serves as a holding company and an administrative services company for KGHM’s North American assets, which include underground mines and a large underground project in Canada, and two open-pit mines in the United States. KGHM International Ltd produces above 120 million pounds of copper, as well as gold, silver, platinum, palladium, molybdenum, and nickel in North America annually.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DUTIES:
 
  • Plan, organize, implement, monitor, evaluate and support all environmental projects on the mine.
  • Interface with regulatory and other governmental representatives as required
  • Knowledgeable with Nevada Water Pollution Control and other Nevada required permits
  • Compile and submit reports required by company management, regulatory agencies and insurance companies,
  • Provide leadership in the execution of regulatory compliance activities for various programs, including but not limited to Greenhouse Gas (GHG) and Environmental Emissions Inventory (Nevada Class II air permit requirements)
  • Monitor performance reports for trends and conditions and take corrective action to reduce or eliminate problems.
  • Investigate accidents, near misses or problem areas and recommend future preventive measures including alternative methods or fixtures to alleviate hazards.
  • Ensure compliance of environmental, health, and safety regulations by identifying and analyzing problems, then finalizing suggestions and recommendations for improvements to mine management.
  • Support all mine compliance processes as required by state, federal and local agencies.
  • Determines and assesses environmental risk and develops regulatory documentation of results
  • Performs hazardous waste site inspections and recommends appropriate action to management in compliance with regulations
  • Reviews and develops appropriate recommendations regarding planned expansion, modification or closure of facilities which affect environmental discharges, emissions, and hazardous materials
  • Serves as Project Manager or technical expert on large/complex environmental projects (e.g., compliance, remediation, or reclamation)
  • Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment
  • Contributes to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for environmental systems and issues
  • Coordinate spill prevention and response activities. 
  • Serve as point of contact for spills, clean-up activities and reporting requirements.
  • Coordinate efforts in communication and education related to spill reduction. Generate Incident
  • Reports for all spills and other compliance issues.
  • Promote Zero Harm culture through development of Best Practices for environmental awareness and compliance and provide training for mine personnel. 
  • Employ innovation in developing improved practices and cost reduction.
  • Provides leadership to less experienced engineers and technicians
  • Performs other duties as required
 
QUALIFICATIONS:  
 
  • Previous Related Work Experience Required
  • 5 – 10 years of experience in Environmental Permitting, Compliance and Closure/Reclamation, including Project Management.

 

Education Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (such as Environmental, Civil, Chemical, Agriculture, Mining, Metallurgical, or Geological) or Environmental Sciences
 
Special Skills and/or Knowledge Required
 
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
  • Strong Health, Safety and Environmental background
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Office, JDE, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD & Mine sight
 
We offer a comprehensive compensation package. For further information about KGHM International, please visit our website at www.kghm.com. If you are interested in joining our team, please e-mail your resume and cover letter to RNMC.Recruiting@us.kghm.com, citing “Senior Environmental Engineer” in the subject line. If you have any questions please contact (775) 289-7043.  
 
KGHM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If accommodations are required, please notify us upon scheduling of an interview. Thank you for your interest in KGHMI.
 

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