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Role Title:

Principal Environmental Advisor

Reports to:

SVP: U.S.B.U

Job Type:

Full-Time, Regular

Location:

Yerington, Nevada

About Hudbay:

Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru and the United States.

Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.

The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

Mission:

To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

Purpose of Role:

Reporting directly to the SVP of the USBU (initially until a BU Head is appointed, will also coordinate with the PFS manager), this position serves as the primary technical authority responsible for leading environmental and permitting activities, managing baseline programs, and ensuring regulatory compliance to support the ongoing advancement and development of the Mason Project.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Directly work on, or direct the development of, documentation and designs as necessary for permitting activities, including permit amendments and compliance.
• Define and manage the project's state and federal permitting matrix, including Water Pollution Control, Air Quality, Tailings Dam, Reclamation and other needed permits.
• Lead and manage comprehensive environmental baseline programs, data analysis, and field monitoring networks, including spring monitoring, stormwater monitoring, groundwater monitoring, revegetation monitoring, biological resource monitoring, and cultural resource monitoring.
• Manage rain gage and meteorological station monitoring, as well as specialty field sampling including sediment, soil, and stormwater sampling.
• Coordinate and execute critical field and desktop efforts required to initiate and navigate the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process, including planning for an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and a Mine Plan of Operations.
• Support other departments, such as operations and engineering, in the review and update of specifications, engineering designs, and construction packages to ensure technical and environmental consistency is maintained.
• Maintain inventories of historic properties including private and oversee the land disturbance protocol and associates cultural heritage process prior to any disturbance including consultation with Native American Tribes and other interested parties.
• Review and provide comments on reports prepared by consultants, engineers, and Hudbay employees.
• Lead the development of an environmental management system, including schedules and tracking, and maintain compliance with existing permit conditions and associated reporting obligations.
• Develop and implement areas of strategy, policy and standards across the range of activities associated with the environmental footprint including procedures, processes and training in the associated areas.
• Oversee the development and management of plans related to permits or company policies such as: Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plan, Biological Monitoring Plan, Emergency Response and Contingency Plan, Site Water Management Plan, Water Programs Quality Assurance Project Plan, and POC Well Monitoring Plan.
• Develop and manage a cultural heritage management plan, including tracking and management measures, as well as Historic Properties Treatment Plans or Data Recovery Plans.
• Coordinate audits (internal and external) and address hazards appropriately.
• Compile environmental reports and communicate the data as required to agencies and other stakeholders.
• Perform work in accordance with company Health and Safety protocols.
• Manage the financial and technical aspects of project tasks associated with Permitting and Environment.
• Assist with development of technical scopes of work and cost estimates.
• Coordinate efforts between agencies, consultants, and Hudbay employees as necessary.
• Maintain good relationships with governmental agencies and represent the company in government inspections.
• Involve Tribal entities on data recovery efforts on prehistoric cultural sites.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Manage and supervise the contractors executing permitting and environment work in both the field and office environments. Direct supervision of Hudbay environmental technicians.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science, Hydrology, Civil/Environmental Engineering, Mining, or a closely relevant scientific discipline.
• 7–10 years of progressive environmental permitting, site environmental management, or environmental consulting experience within the mining industry in Nevada
• Experience with state and federal permitting of exploration and mining projects.
• Competency in waste management, groundwater monitoring/modeling, and geochemical processes related to mining sites.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and be self-directed.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Other Requirements:

Physical: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands and fingers, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities may be required for this position.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment will necessitate work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions such as hot and/or dry conditions. Work will be conducted in locations where noise, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration may exist.

Employee must be able to prove that he/she has a current and valid driver’s license.

Why Hudbay?

• At Hudbay, our values of Dignity & Respect, Caring, Openness, and Trustworthiness are embedded into our culture by the way we work and how we interact with one another.
• We pride ourselves in providing our employees with competitive total rewards that include:
  • Annual performance bonuses
  • Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
  • Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short- & Long-term Disability.
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
  • An Employee Share Purchase Plan with contribution matching
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid time off, paid sick time and holiday pay.
• Regular performance appraisals to acknowledge our employees for their contributions, strengths and work well done.

Hudbay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates may be required to undergo educational and criminal background checks. Chosen candidates will be required to successfully pass a physical and drug screening.