Carlin - Closure Specialist

Job Description Position Description:

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a dynamic and forward-thinking mining company? Nevada Gold Mines has an exciting opportunity for a Closure Specialist to join our Carlin Environmental team. As a key member of our team, you’ll be responsible for ensuring facilities have detailed closure operation and maintenance management plans as they transition to closure while contributing to the sustainability and success of our operations.

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by identifying, developing, and operating top-tier assets with the best people. We are committed to creating a safe and healthy work environment where every individual can thrive, while leaving a lasting, positive impact on our host communities.

- Manage all aspects of closure operations for end-of-life facilities, including coordination of ongoing operations and planning of maintenance activities for active components of the facilities (e.g., pumps and related systems).

- Supervise operators, maintenance technicians and contractors to ensure the safe delivery of project objectives including continued water management for heap leach pads, tailings storage facilities, waste rock facilities and other mining components

- Lead the development of operation and maintenance manuals to ensure consistent and effective long-term management of closure facilities.

- Develop and implement strategies to safely and responsibly decommission facilities at the end of their operational life, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and adherence to best management practices.

- Lead and manage multi-disciplinary teams to plan, budget, and execute closure projects from initiation through completion.

- Collaborate with operating divisions to support their environmental and operational objectives.

- Work with government regulators, community members, and other stakeholders to define and achieve post-closure land use goals.

- Coordinate the completion of environmental studies and reports.

- Participate in regulatory inspections.

- Maintain accurate records of agency and stakeholder communications.

- Assists with the development of permitting strategies that minimize project risks (e.g., schedule, costs, and social)

- Align work practices with NGM Health, Safety, and Environmental ISO 14001 and 45001 standards. Lead by example and promote the NGM Safety and Environmental programs and initiatives.

- Provide after-hours, on-call support for environmental incidents when needed.

- Maintain physical fitness to work in challenging environments, including walking uneven, sloped, rocky, or icy terrain and safely lifting up to 40 pounds.

- Take on additional duties as assigned to support department goals and environmental compliance.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science or a minimum of 5 years of direct experience in an industrial or mining setting.

- General understanding of mining operations – Required

- Mechanical aptitude and understanding of mining and processing equipment – Required

- Strong verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills - Required

- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and compliance standards are met - Required

- High level of attention to detail - Required

- Strong computer skills - Required

- Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with others - Required

- Ability to drive results and ensure completion of time sensitive deadlines - Required

- Ability and willingness to work outdoors throughout the year in all weather condi tions - Required

What We Offer

- A comprehensive compensation package, including competitive medical, dental, and vision plans with national provider networks, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution and match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, a company match share purchase program, and more!

- The opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team that drives innovation in the mining industry.

- Endless opportunities for professional growth, development, and collaboration with industry experts.

- Access to a wide range of career opportunities across Nevada Gold Mines’ diverse operations.

- A strong commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment—Nevada Gold Mines is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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