Environmental Specialist

Sibanye Stillwater is seeking an Environmental Specialist 3 or 4 for their Stillwater Mine in Nye, MT. The role involves managing environmental programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, conducting audits, and supporting water management systems. Candidates should have a relevant degree and at least 5 years of experience in the mining industry. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential, along with proficiency in various computer applications.
Environmental Specialist 3 or 4


Location:


Stillwater Mine - Nye, MT


Schedule:


5x2, 4x3 9hr Shifts


Job Responsibilities and Duties:


At Sibanye-Stillwater, the Environmental Specialist 3 or 4 is an experienced environmental professional who takes ownership of and is accountable for specific aspects of Sibanye-Stillwater's Mine environmental programs. This position will be part of an environmental team championing Sibanye-Stillwater's environmental programs while providing support for site compliance, systems implementation, training, and reporting functions.


The Environmental Specialist 3 or 4's primary duties are:



Assists with the preparation, coordination, and review of compliance requirements, monitoring data, reporting and permitting with a heavy emphasis on excel spreadsheet calculations and formulas for data comparison and reporting.
Authors documents required for permitting/programs, compliance reporting and operating systems.
Direct or conduct engineering studies and evaluations for optimization in water/tailings/waste/land management systems.
Support operation of the water handling facilities. Includes understanding and operating the water treatment plants based on site need.
Provides guidance to Operations personnel in the planning and response to environmental issues.
Assists with planning, scheduling, and environmental oversight of capital projects. Ensure that resources are available for the timely completion of projects.
Ensures compliance with environmental obligations through inspections, physical audits, and timely correction of identified deficiencies.
Coaches and assists in development of Environmental staff and participates in training of Stillwater Mine employees.
Assists with the preparation, coordination, and review of compliance requirements, monitoring data, and permitting with a heavy emphasis on data interpretation and reporting.
Actively participate in internal and external audits of site environmental management systems.
Establish good working relationships with various stakeholders, such as regulatory agencies and through the Good Neighbor Agreement.
Participate in regulatory inspections.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:



Working knowledge of State and Federal environmental regulations.
Accountable for permit compliance, stipulations and agreements.
Able to effectively identify critical problems then develop and implement resolutions.
Strong leadership qualities: character, teamwork, communication, business sense, and vision.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a high paced environment with limited supervision.
Proficient in computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCad and database applications.

Education & Experience



BS, MS, or Technical Degree in environmental engineering, biological, or earth sciences and 5 years of environmental experience within the mining industry or related industry.
Specific experience with water management, water treatment, and tailings management.
Previous leadership experience preferred.



Sibanye-Stillwater is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions at Sibanye-Stillwater are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation or preference, marital or family status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.