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Company DescriptionDe Beers GroupTo have the right to recover nature\xe2\x80\x99s treasures, we need to treasure nature ourselves.You are passionate about protecting the natural world. Your commitment means you\xe2\x80\x99re willing to tackle a wide range of issues in the office and out on the ground and can communicate openly.Working in close partnership with experts, NGOs and governments, our aim is not just to minimise our environmental footprint but to have a positive impact on biodiversity.We deploy technology to monitor and address impacts at all our operations and we invest in innovative conservation projects at our reserves.If you want to help us shape a better future, we\'d like to hear from you.We\xe2\x80\x99re the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading diamond company \xe2\x80\x93 a unique luxury business that thrives on the creativity, passion and knowledge of our people.To push our company forwards, we always need to think differently. We welcome diverse perspectives, people who think rigorously and aren\'t afraid to challenge assumptions.In return, we provide you with the space and support to grow and achieve your ambitions.De Beers Group has an opportunity for highly motivated and energetic Water Management Specialist. This position will be involved in all aspects of the environmental program for the mine, with a particular focus on water. The Water Management Specialist will be instrumental in leading Life-of-Mine and mid-range water management planning for the Gahcho Kue Mine. The role will manage the complex environmental database and creating technical reports for internal and external stakeholders. The Water Management Specialist will work with field staff, consultants, and environmental laboratories with the objective of ensuring all relevant data is entered into the database and maintained with necessary quality assurance. The ideal candidate is one who has a keen eye for continuous improvement opportunities, can quickly build relationships with key stakeholders, and one who is committed to safe work practices, while striving for zero harm.Key responsibilities:

• Lead Life-of-Mine and mid-range water management planning;
• Lead water balance and water quality model development and maintenance;
• Manage and direct water balance and quality databases;
• Lead water management plan and procedure development and maintenance;
• Manage water management consultants in surface water and groundwater model development and report preparation;
• Manage and organize laboratory, field, and instrumentation environmental data while ensuring quality and consistency;
• Creation of application-specific datasets for internal and external reporting and short and long-term trending;
• Providing technical support to users of an environmental data management software suite;
• Collecting, compiling, and analyzing site water monitoring data including but limited to lake elevations, river flows, pumping records, and water quality;
• Assisting with the management of all internal and external environmental reporting requirements;
• Assist in developing standards and procedures for data management process improvements;
• Actively communicate and coordinate with project managers, laboratories, and/or other team members to acquire data packages of varying formats to be imported to a centralized database system; and
• Support digital transformation projects by enabling technical teams to more efficiently collect and manage field data using digital platforms.

Reporting to the Environment and Permitting Superintendent, the role is based within the Safety, Health, Environment, Risk and Training department. This is a site-based position with a 4 days on, 3 days off rotation. Point of pick up is Yellowknife, NT.QualificationsFormal qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, geoscience, chemistry, hydrology, hydrogeology, or equivalent;
• Post-graduate degree and relevant professional designation would be considered an asset;
• Five (5) years of water management experience, preferably in the environmental consulting or mining sectors;
• Proficiency in writing technical reports;
• Experience in environmental assessment, permitting and regulatory compliance in mining or related industries;
• Ability to simplify complex datasets and present them comprehensibly to relevant stakeholders;
• Experience with EHS MonitorPro, GoldSim, Power BI and other data management & modeling tools.
• Advanced skills with Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and familiarity with databases;
• Possess sound judgment, planning, problem solving and decision making abilities;
• Strong communication skills, both verbally and written, with the ability to write technical reports;
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and productively; and
• Preference will be given to Members of the Deninu Ku\xc3\xa9, Lutsel K\xe2\x80\x99e Dene First Nation, North Slave M\xc3\xa9tis Alliance, Northwest Territory M\xc3\xa9tis Nation, Tlicho Government, or Yellowknives Dene First Nation, followed by non-indigenous residents of the Northwest Territories.

Additional InformationBe part of the team. The team that makes it happen.We are the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading diamond company, powered by thousands of people around the world who are driven to support thriving local communities, protect the natural environment, and stand with women and girls, focused on Building Forever.If you like chasing demanding targets, thrive on making decisions in the pursuit of brilliance, and enjoy the support of the world\xe2\x80\x99s finest experts, we have a place for you.SafetySafety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health, and the well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others\' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)As a global #HeForShe Thematic Champion, De Beers is committed to promoting an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Please inform us should there be any special requirements that should be considered as part of your application.Building foreverSustainability is at the heart of our decision-making \xe2\x80\x93 it is how we do business. Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers\xe2\x80\x99 trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.Inclusion & DiversityWe are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.ReferralReferral incentive applicable: This opportunity is open to a paid referral incentive according to the Employee Referral Policy (HRM.AD.21.00). Referral incentives are applicable to De Beers Group internal employees only.Background ChecksSuccessful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.#LI-MT1Closing date: August 7, 2024

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