YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE:Reporting to the Environmental Superintendent, you will be part of the Environmental Department. The Environmental Community Relations Specialist is a vital role responsible for building respectful, transparent, and collaborative relationships between the mine and local First Nations communities. This position will be responsible for bridging the gap between Macassa Mine's environmental programs and our Partner Communities. This experienced professional will manage, facilitate, and execute community engagement strategies, ensuring transparency, mutual understanding, and constructive dialogue regarding environmental initiatives, projects, and performance. The advisor will serve as the focal point for all communication and engagement of community members, local government, NGOs, and other stakeholders on environmental matters.
- Support the Environmental and Community Relations Department to develop and implement comprehensive community outreach plans, including town halls, public meetings, informational sessions, site tours, and digital communications, focusing on environmental projects (e.g., closure and reclamation, new infrastructure, permitting);
- Serve as the primary, knowledgeable, and credible contact for community inquiries, concerns, and feedback related to the organization's environmental footprint and operation. Provide timely, accurate communication to communities about mine activities, permitting, monitoring results, and project updates;
- Proactively identify potential areas of community concern or conflict early in the project lifecycle. Mediate and resolve community grievances, fostering a trusting and collaborative relationship between the organization and stakeholders. Maintain detailed records of community interactions, feedback, and engagement outcomes;
- Translate complex technical environmental information into accessible, clear, and culturally appropriate language for diverse audiences. Collaborate closely with internal Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and project management teams to integrate community concerns and feedback into project planning and execution;
- Ensure all community engagement activities comply with relevant local, provincial, and federal environmental regulations and permitting requirements, the organization and stakeholders. Maintain detailed records of community interactions, feedback, and engagement outcomes.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED- Degree in environmental science, environmental management or related field is required;
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in environmental management, community relations, public affairs, or a related role, with a significant focus on community-facing environmental issues;
- Demonstrated experience in crisis communication and conflict resolution within a community context;
- Experience in mining, natural resources, government, or environmental consulting preferred;
- Excellent Communication (verbal and written);
- Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication abilities;
- High degree of empathy, active listening and emotional intelligence;
- Solid technical understanding of key environmental concepts;
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously and travel as required;
- Understanding of Indigenous rights, treaty relationships, and cultural protocols;
- Knowledge of environmental monitoring and regulatory frameworks in Ontario.
YOUR WORK SCHEDULE- Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday at a Regional office (on site min. 3 days/week);
- You must be willing to travel to site and communities as needed.
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