Job Description

Are you a seasoned environmental professional with deep expertise in regulatory permitting for mining and minerals projects?

Do you thrive in strategic leadership roles that combine project delivery, team development, and market engagement?

Would you like to shape the future of a high-growth global environmental consultancy expanding across Canada?

At EMM, we believe in delivering environmental outcomes that matter. We're seeking an experienced leader to join our Major Projects & Approvals team to lead our Regulatory Permitting services in the Mining and Minerals sectors in Canada. This is a transformative opportunity to lead regulatory driven mining projects, mentor a growing team, and influence strategy in a purpose-driven consultancy.

EMM Consulting is a leading privately owned environmental consultancy and strategic advisory (established in Australia) with ambitious plans to expand our services here in Canada. Since we formed 15 years ago, we have developed a strong reputation for technical excellence and leading innovation to provide sustainable advice that delivers holistic economic, social and environmental outcomes.

We were honoured to be recognized in the 2025 Beaton Client Choice Awards (Australia). The Client Choice Awards are judged solely on client feedback. That's what makes this recognition so meaningful. We are recognized for our simple values and how all levels of our staff consistently show up and execute our work aligning to these values: Integrity, Humility, and Respect. That's it, no long winded explanation needed. Fit with us means you believe in these values and are willing to support others upholding these three values in how we work with each other, our clients, and project execution.

Best Built & Natural Environment Consulting Firm (>$30M revenue) Most Trusted Firm: Built & Natural Environment Consulting Best Provider of ESG Services: Built & Natural Environment Consulting
We're excited about the response to our Canadian growth plan and the team we're building locally. As a critical next step to scale for long-term success, we're looking for a leading practitioner with a connection to market. You'll grow regulatory permitting services in Canada, strengthening the existing and building new trusted relationships across the mining sector. You'll join a talented and highly motivated team to play a crucial role in not just the development of the business but also in building a culture that inspires and unites people. As an entrepreneurial, privately owned business, we're ideally looking for someone seeking a long-term move with potential for an equity pathway.

Our Major Projects & Approvals team work on a diverse range of projects bringing innovative approaches to regulatory strategy and a robust roadmap for all phases of projects, identifying specialized study requirements, and providing clarity in communicating and advising on complex scientific matters. Our deep expertise and pioneering approaches bring high quality outcomes for clients and communities. You will have the support of an experienced team in Canada and a sizeable team of technical specialists in Australia.

Here's what you can expect in your new role with EMM:

You'll be a key member of the team and play a crucial role in the development of our Canadian business, by leading the development and oversight of permitting services for the mining sector in Canada.

Working in close collaboration with our Market Lead for mining on our growth strategy and with an outstanding group of technical specialists; here's what you can look forward to in your new role:

Lead Projects: Lead the delivery of high-quality outcomes for a range of clients and regulatory permitting projects in a Project Director capacity across multiple jurisdictions, with an initial focus on British Columbia and the Yukon Territory. Mentor & Develop: Grow and elevate a high-performing team of environmental professionals through coaching and leadership, contributing to hiring strategy and talent attraction. Shape Strategy: Influence and contribute to business strategy to grow EMM's mining permitting practice across Canada, working closely with the Mining Market Leads in Canada and Australia to support delivery of the grounded strategy we have developed. As a close-knit global team, this is an opportunity to work locally and influence, shape and contribute globally Engage the Market: Build awareness of EMM's expertise through industry engagement, client relationships, and representing EMM at Canadian mining conferences, adopting a seller-doer model. Deliver Impact: Focus exclusively on environmental projects where we can make a positive difference and deliver quality outcomes.

Here's what you'll bring to have impact:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in an environmentally related field Your established leader with deep expertise in regulatory permitting requirements, leading multi-disciplinary projects across multiple jurisdictions in Canada 20+ years of experience in environmental consulting with at least 5 years in a senior technical role in or related to regulatory permitting for mining projects Established relationships and a trusted advisor to clients in mining and minerals sector with a track record of making an impact through leading innovation and high quality outcomes Established relationships with government agencies and regulators A strategic and an entrepreneurial mindset Passion for mentoring and team development.
If you're looking to be part of a team that values innovation and empowers you to make a real impact, EMM could be the place for you.

When you submit your application, look out for our email confirming safe receipt and important information regarding next steps.

Our goal is to build a team of EMMers that looks like the world around us -- and we want EMMers to stay and grow. As part of our efforts to build an EMM for everyone, we embed diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and we aim to cultivate a sense of belonging throughout the company.

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

Please note we can only consider applicants with a legal right to work in Canada Unsolicited resumes from recruitment consultants will not be accepted for this position
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $200,000.00-$250,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Paid time off
Application question(s):

What is your expected annual salary? Do you have recent regulatory permitting experience for the Mining or Minerals sectors?
Licence/Certification:

Drivers Licence (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC