Senior Lead, Environment Water Treatment

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.   EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada. Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.   Application Deadline: November 19th, 2026 What we offer: At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys. EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development. We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions. We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs. About the role: Reporting to the Senior Supervisor, Environment Water Treatment, the Senior Lead, Environment Water Treatment is responsible for providing day to day senior level decision making, guidance and technical direction related to environmental and regulatory risks (provincial and federal) associated with EVR’s planned and operating treatment facilities. Current treatment technologies include Active Water Treatment Facilities (AWTFs), Saturated Rock Fill facilities (SRFs), Reverse Osmosis – High Density Sludge (RO-HDS) and Antiscalant Addition Facilities (AAFs) for calcite prevention. You will lead a team of technical professionals responsible for managing environmental risks and satisfying regulatory requirements associated with multiple planned and operating treatment facilities. To be successful, we are looking for someone with a strong technical background, outstanding critical thinking, and complex problem-solving abilities, who can make quick decisions in day-to-day operations. We require someone with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, who can lead and mentor a team, and who has experience with conflict resolution. Strong attention to detail, adaptability, and the ability to effectively prioritize demands in a fast-paced environment will also be crucial. This is an exciting opportunity to guide a team of hardworking professionals in a growing and technically exciting field. In this role you will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with regulatory agencies, Indigenous groups, and communities of interest, building and maintaining positive relationships. EVR’s water treatment technologies represent some of the most advanced water treatment technologies in the world and in this role you will have the opportunity to advance the objectives of the Elk Valley Water Quality Plan. Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia! Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed workweek, with every other Friday off, come experience what work life balance is all about!