Role Title: Sustainability SpecialistJob Type: Permanent, Full-TimeLocation: Princeton, British ColumbiaModality: Remote - Availability to work on site in Princeton, BCCompensation: $106,470.00 - $112,385.00 CAD per yearPurpose of Role:The Sustainability Specialist leads the development, integration, and management of corporate and site-based Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies at the Copper Mountain mine, British Columbia business unit (BCBU). This role advances the company's commitment to responsible mining by embedding sustainability standards-such as Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) protocols, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001-across BCBU departments, while maintaining key ratings and certifications. Responsible for ensuring rigorous compliance with international reporting frameworks, driving decarbonization initiatives, and monitoring and reporting emissions and sustainability performance Hudbay-wide to stakeholders, the Specialist builds the business case for sustainability projects and facilitates post-project measurement and verification.
Additionally, the position serves as a key strategic advisor to internal leadership, bridging operational engineering, environmental management, corporate communications, and investor relations to advance environmental stewardship, foster a culture of responsible resource development, and align sustainable practices with corporate and site-based long-term business resilience, growth, and social license to operate.
Role Accountabilities:ESG Reporting, Disclosures & Framework Management:- Support the end-to-end data collection, validation, and publication of the annual Corporate Sustainability Report in alignment with various industry standards.
- Support the annual corporate disclosures and ensure site-level compliance and reporting against industry-specific standards, such as the Mining Association of Canada's Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) framework or equivalent benchmarks.
- Audit and improve ESG data governance, such as implementing digital tracking solutions to maintain audit-ready sustainability metrics.
Decarbonization, Climate Strategy & Energy Transition:- Manage the site-based greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting program across Scope 1, Scope 2, and material Scope 3 emissions, where applicable.
- Partner with site team and leaders to design and monitor execution plans for carbon reduction goals, GHG reduction roadmaps, and energy efficiency programs.
- Support and lead site-based climate risk and vulnerability assessments to integrate scenario analysis into risk registers and strategic planning.
Operational Integration & Environmental Stewardship: - Collaborate with site-based teams to benchmark performance in areas such as water management, tailings safety, waste minimization, and biodiversity conservation.
- Perform internal sustainability audits to ensure alignment between corporate commitments and field execution.
Stakeholder Engagement & Strategic Partnering: - Work closely with Investor Relations and Communications to articulate the business unit sustainability performance to shareholders, financial institutions, and ESG analysts.
- Support Community Relations teams by incorporating socio-economic indicators, human rights policies, and local engagement data into corporate disclosures.
- Represent the company in industry associations, sustainability related working groups, and multi-stakeholder coalitions.
Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability Management, Resource Management, or a related discipline required. A Master's degree (M.Sc., MEM, or MBA with Sustainability emphasis) is preferred.
- Professional accreditation such as ISSP-SA/CSP, FSA Credential (SASB), PE, or relevant GHG Accounting certifications are considered strong assets.
- more than 5 years of direct experience in corporate sustainability, ESG strategy, or environmental management within industrial, natural resources, mining, energy, or infrastructure sectors.
Other skills: - Exceptional quantitative skills with high attention to detail in data validation, auditing, and trend analysis,
- Demonstrated ability to influence, guide, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams without direct line authority,
- Superior written and verbal communication skills, with proven capability in translating complex data into strategic executive summaries and public reports,
- Ability to navigate evolving regulatory landscapes, emerging frameworks, and complex multi-stakeholder expectations.
Travel: - While this position is primary remote, candidates must have high travel availability and the flexibility to arrive at our job site in Princeton, BC within a 24-hour notice window. Seamless travel readiness and regional proximity are essential for success in this role.
CompensationAt Hudbay we pride ourselves in providing our employees with a competitive total rewards package.
- Expected Compensation: Base salary $106,470.00 - $112,385.00 CAD per year.
- Competitive extended benefits and RRSP contributions through Manulife
- Participation in a percentage-based Production Bonus
- Regular performance appraisals to acknowledge our employees for their contributions, strengths and work well done
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
AI Disclosure: Artificial Intelligence is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants; however, Hudbay may use automation for administrative processes.