Golden Sunlight - Senior Environmental Engineer

Job Details Position Description:

Are you an Environmental professional looking for a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an opportunity for you! We are looking for an experienced Senior Environmental Engineer to join the team at our Whitehall, MT operation. This key role is responsible for managing site reclamation and closure programs and supporting the development and maintenance of critical federal and state permits associated with the site's Plan of Operations, administered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), as well as state permits overseen by the Montana Division of Environmental Quality and other regulatory agencies. The successful candidate will possess extensive knowledge and experience in water management, compliance monitoring systems and permitting At Barrick Gold North America, our vision is to be the world's most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

Responsibilities:

Lead the comprehensive development and execution of site closure plans, including the completion of any necessary studies and mitigation activities crucial for the successful closure of inactive facilities. Oversee the site's reclamation permits, and effectively manage the reclamation cost model, reclamation surety bonds, and long-term trusts. Oversee the site's closure related Water Pollution Control permit compliance and reporting program Coordinate with site personnel and the regional

NGM/BGNA

permitting teams to successfully facilitate federal and state permitting actions including completion of cultural, wildlife, and other baseline studies. Successfully implement and manage Federal environmental compliance requirements. Interpret monitoring data related to water quality, geochemistry, vegetation, and other material characterization. Lead and develop Environmental Engineers and Technicians Engage with regulatory agencies and other external stakeholders. Direct wildlife surveying and reporting activities for sensitive species. Oversee the noxious weed abatement program. Support the spatial data management (GIS) program for the Department. Ensure conformance with the company Mine Closure Standard. Assist with training NGM employees and contractors regarding safety and environmental requirements. Budget management including development, forecasting and tracking of program costs Responsible for periodic, after-hours on-call response to environmental incidents, as needed. This position requires the ability to regularly walk over uneven, sloped, rocky, wet or icy ground and the ability to lift 40 or more pounds consistently and safely. Oversee inspections of operations to ensure permit compliance including accompanying regulatory inspectors on periodic inspections of work areas on and off the mine site. Oversee and provide guidance for hydrologic investigations and reporting. Lead major and/or complex permitting activities. Coordinate permitting activities associated with the water management needs of the site, including review of application/modification designs and packages. Lead and develop Environmental Engineers, Specialists, and Technicians, as assigned, by overseeing the maintenance, evaluation, and reporting of collected data to Barrick management and governmental agencies. Align work practices with BGNA Health, Safety, and Environmental ISO 14001 and 45001 standards. Lead by example and promote Safety and Environmental programs and initiatives. Provide supervision and support of well drilling and design. Work with multiple stakeholders with varying levels of management and expertise across the local site, NGM, and Barrick Gold North America. Coordinate with company subject-matter experts on complex compliance or water related issues. Review and analyze water level data and water quality samples from monitoring wells. Review and analyze water quality parameters and determine geochemical trends. Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Engineering, Mining Engineering, or related field required Master's Degree in Hydrology or Hydrogeology preferred. Five (5) years direct experience in environmental compliance and permitting role, including regulatory agency interactions required Experience in a surface and/or underground mining environment preferred Supervisory experience strongly preferred Excellent verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal skills required Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously required Familiarity with compliance systems and

ISO 14001

required. What We Can Offer You A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses benefits, and stock purchase plans where applicable Ability to make a difference and lasting impact Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless Access to a variety of career opportunities across Barrick locations Barrick Gold is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #LI-LS2 Job Identification 239072 Posting Date 2026-02-27 Job Schedule Full time Job Category Environment Locations Whitehall, MT, United States