Cortez - Environmental Engineer I-II, Water
At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are seeking an Environmental Engineer specializing in closure and reclamation to join our Environmental Team at the Cortez operation. As a vital member of this team, you will collaborate with various stakeholders and oversee the execution of closure and reclamation projects, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and company standards. Your role will be critical in helping us achieve our environmental objectives and sustain our commitment to responsible mining practices.
Responsibilities
- Manage the site's reclamation permits, including regulatory reporting and updating the Reclamation Cost Estimate models as needed.
- Implement closure and reclamation projects in compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.
- Ensure compliance with aspects of the site’s Plan of Operations, with a primary focus on land management obligations.
- Collect and document site as-built information to track and report reclamation liabilities, ensuring compliance with financial reporting requirements.
- Analyze environmental monitoring data for compliance, reclamation, and closure programs, including data on water quality, geochemistry, vegetation, and other material characterization.
- Build strong relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including Federal and State authorities, to communicate monitoring results and collaborate on strategies for the successful execution of closure and reclamation activities.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of site closure plans.
- Adhere to state and federal health and safety regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, mine engineering, geology, hydrology, ecology (or similar) required.
- Ability to prepare technical communications and convey results to audiences with varying levels of expertise required.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously required.
- Ability to operate independently and in small multi-disciplinary teams required.
- Excellent computer skills (e.g., MS Office and data management programs) required.
- Excellent safety record with ability to demonstrate safety leadership required.
- 1-3 years of experience in an environmental compliance or reclamation/closure role preferred.
- Strong GIS skills preferred.
- Proficient in analyzing and interpreting analytical and monitoring data, with an emphasis on water quality and geochemistry preferred.
- Experience managing regulatory compliance programs in the state of Nevada preferred.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks.
- 401k retirement plan with employer contribution.
- Paid time off.
- Company-sponsored medical clinics.
- Company match share purchase program.
About Us
Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity. Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration, and development company with one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry, including six of the world's Tier One gold mines. Barrick's operations and projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States.
About The Team
Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.