Job Description

NorZinc Ltd, owner of the Prairie Creek Mine situated near Nahanni Butte in the Northwest Territories, has a seasonal employment opportunity for an experienced Environment Specialist. Reporting to the Environment Superintendent this position will be responsible for day-to-day environmental compliance activities for licences, permits and regulations at the Prairie Creek Mine and will work effectively and safely in a team-based organization.

Responsibilities include:

• Carry out the environmental monitoring programs necessary for compliance with environmental permits and regulations;

• Document and maintain all sampling data, laboratory analyses and correspondence;
• Conduct site audits, inspections, and spills reporting;
• Responsible for operation and maintenance of water treatment system;
• Serve as a point of contact with regulatory agencies and inspectors;
• Prepare regulatory reports;
• Interact with other operating departments.

Qualifications & Experience:

• A technical Diploma or University degree in a related technical/scientific discipline;
• A minimum of two years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in environmental monitoring, sampling, and equipment operation;
• Strong report writing, use of computer software, and Microsoft Office skills;
• Experience working with regulators, government agencies, and Indigenous Governments in the Northwest Territories will be considered an asset;

The successful candidate will be required to have excellent collaboration skills; an ability to interact respectfully with people from internal departments and external organizations; in-depth knowledge of applicable mining authorizations, mining operations, the regulatory processes relevant to Northern mining projects; and general understanding of environmental issues for Northern mining projects. Travel to the mine site will be required.

With safety being our top priority, strict adherence to NorZinc\xe2\x80\x99s Zero-Tolerance Policy towards drugs and alcohol is a condition of employment. Following Public Health requirements in the NWT, adherence to COVID protocols is a condition of employment. This is a seasonal, fly in/fly out camp position that will typically involve a two week in, two week out rotation until November 2023.

NorZinc provides a competitive rate, work-related travel expenses, travel time and all food and lodging while on site at Prairie Creek Mine.

Interested applicants are encouraged to view our website at to learn more about the Prairie Creek Mine and NorZinc. To apply, qualified candidates should apply on our website with a current resume. If you are unable to access our website please apply by sending us your resume .

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest in NorZinc; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Preference will be given to qualified applicants from NorZinc\xe2\x80\x99s Impact Benefit Agreements (\xe2\x80\x9cIBA\xe2\x80\x9d) communities of Naha Dehe Dene Band and Liidlii Kue First Nation.

About NorZinc

NorZinc Ltd. is a premium mine developer specializing in high-grade zinc, lead and silver. NorZinc is currently developing the Prairie Creek Mine in the Northwest Territories.

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