About The Role

Position Description

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 looking for an Environmental Engineer to join the Environmental Team at the Turquoise Ridge operation. As a vital member of this team, you will be responsible for supporting the protection and sustainable management of ecosystems, wildlife habitats, and disturbed lands associated with the mine operations. This role leads biodiversity assessments, monitoring, reclamation planning, habitat restoration, and environmental impact evaluations to support project development, operations, closure, and reduction of closure liabilities.

The successful candidate will ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permit requirements, and reclamation commitments; develop and implement biodiversity and reclamation management plans; assess and mitigate impacts to sensitive species and habitats; and support sustainability and ESG objectives.

At Nevada Gold Mines, we are committed to a safe work environment and sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy for our host communities.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including a medical, dental, and vision plan with company-sponsored medical clinics, a 401k retirement plan with an employer match, paid time off, a company stock purchase program, and much more!

Responsibilities

Assist with biodiversity, wildlife, vegetation, habitat, and reclamation assessments to support environmental compliance and operational activities.
Support the implementation of biodiversity management, habitat restoration, reclamation, and environmental monitoring programs.
Assist with reclamation planning, concurrent reclamation, and closure activities to help achieve regulatory requirements and reduce closure liabilities.
Conduct field inspections and monitoring activities related to vegetation establishment, wildlife, and reclamation performance.
Collect, manage, and analyze environmental monitoring data.
Assist in evaluating reclamation success criteria and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
Support the maintenance of reclamation permits and associated regulatory commitments.
Prepare of technical reports, regulatory submissions, and environmental documentation.
Assist with tracking environmental, reclamation, and closure-related obligations, including monitoring programs and permit requirements.
Support cultural resource programs by coordinating field activities with qualified consultants and assisting with regulatory compliance requirements.
Collaborate with Engineering, Mine Planning, Operations, and Permitting teams to support environmental permitting and project development activities.
Participate in environmental impact assessments and permit modification applications as needed.
Maintain environmental, reclamation, and GIS databases to support reporting and decision-making.
Communicate and work effectively with regulatory agencies, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders regarding environmental monitoring, reclamation, and permitting activities.
Participate in the planning and implementation of environmental compliance projects and programs.
Stay informed on applicable environmental regulations, industry best practices, and company standards related to biodiversity, reclamation, and closure.
Comply with all applicable health, safety, environmental, and company policies and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Natural Resources, Reclamation, Environmental Engineering, or a related field. required
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in environmental compliance and reclamation/closure roles preferred
Experience with ecological assessments, biodiversity management, land reclamation, and environmental monitoring programs. preferred
Knowledge of environmental regulations and reclamation standards. required
Experience with reclamation planning, closure objectives, and revegetation practices. preferred
Proficiency in GIS, environmental data management, and technical report writing. preferred
Strong project management, communication, stakeholder engagement, and field coordination skills. required
Strong computer skills (e.g. MS Office and data management programs) required
Excellent safety record with ability to demonstrate safety leadership required
Experience with regulatory compliance programs in the state of Nevada preferred
Knowledge of NEPA and state level permitting actions preferred
Experience managing biodiversity programs and initiatives, such as designated/protected species management, noxious weed management, or habitat management preferred
Familiarity with ISO 14001 standards preferred .

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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