Environmental Programs Coordinator - Whitehorse, Canada - Yukon Energy Corporation

Yukon Energy Corporation

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Whitehorse, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

Environmental Programs Coordinator
Yukon Energy Corporation

Whitehorse, YT
Full TimeEnvironmental & Natural Resources

Duration

Permanent
Job Level
Assistant
Intended job posting audience

The Opportunity:
Environmental Programs Coordinator**Permanent, Full-Time bargaining unit position, based out of Whitehorse, Yukon.

Who we are:
Yukon Energy is the main generator and transmitter of electrical energy in the territory. Our plant facilities are on the Traditional Territory of Yukon First Nations.

There are 14 First Nations in the territory, and we are proud to work within these Traditional Territories in all our business operations.

What will you do:

Under the supervision of the Director, Risk & Compliance this position is responsible for overseeing and administering various environmental monitoring and related regulatory compliance programs pursuant to the Corporation's Environmental Management System, project/facility regulatory authorizations, and other established commitments, such as agreements established with First Nations Governments and other organizations.

Other duties include providing technical support to resource development projects and community/organizational outreach and collaboration respecting environmental monitoring and adaptive management planning and programs.

The position is guided in its work by the Corporation's Environmental Management Systems, related environmental monitoring and adaptive management programs, as well as a various territorial and federal authorizations, laws, and regulations.

What you need to succeed:

Postsecondary diploma or degree in biology, environmental studies, environmental engineering, natural or social sciences, natural resource protection and/or environmental law enforcement, or a related field with considerable relevant experience;
Knowledge of principles of resource management, environmental and socioeconomic effects assessment, and regulatory regimes in Yukon;
Familiarity and experience with the principles of monitoring and adaptive management;
Experience in the design and/or implementation of environmental monitoring programs, including field experience;
Familiarity with environmental management systems and holds, or is able to obtain, ISO 14001 Internal Auditor status;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and outside representatives of applicable government, resource management and regulatory agencies, and community/environmental nongovernment organizations;
Experience in the research and analysis of environmental and socio

- economic issues, impacts and mitigation;

Project management skills are an asset;
Well developed written and oral communication skills;
Ability to receive specific instruction, work independently at times, and handle a high volume of work with a high attention to detail;
Ability to manage and coordinate a variety of projects/issues under significant pressure and tight deadlines;
Knowledge of First Nation government structures and Final Agreements;
Ability to work in a team, multidiscipline and crosscultural environment

Compensation:
Level 10: $48.82- $58.31 per hour plus Northern Allowances.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada for any employer.

Date Posted:
May 12, 2023