Noront Resources is actively seeking a Manager, Environment, Health and Safety, to provide leadership and technical expertise towards the successful permitting and acquisition of social license to operate on new projects and innovative development for their HS&E programs. We are looking for a Dynamic Leader who is a hands-on individual to ensure compliance for existing operations and to manage development for their HS&E programs to a world class level.

Responsibilities

• Interface with government agencies and the public to reinforce the company's mandate to implement high standards concerning the environment and responsible project development.
• Lead presentations and participation with regulatory agencies, meetings and open houses held with aboriginal peoples, stakeholders and the business community.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of environmental programs required to meet corporate and regulatory standards, inclusive of adherence to the Mining Act and consultation with First Nations.
• Engage with business partners and business partner focused HSE personnel to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, e.g. OSHA.
• Lead development of HSE Programs & Polices, safety monitoring, management, risk assessment programs, required documentation/manuals and conduct employee education in HSE practices to ultimately establish a long-term safety culture.
• Identify and provide timely feedback to executive management on regulatory agencies or community concerns and recommend action plans and communication strategies to mitigate potential issues.
• Prepare application for new permits and approvals, license renewals or permit amendments.
• Develop and implement Environmental Management Plans and maintain effective information exchange with all department staff and company personnel regarding the HSE programs.
• Manage operational and capital spending for HSE programs within approved budget.