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Environmental Specialist Canada

Barrick Gold Corporation, Toronto Office, is currently looking for an Environmental Specialist for supporting the corporate environment group. The successful applicant must have between 3 - 7 years of experience at an operation or project level with a track record of successful advancement.
The successful applicant must have;
  • Experience in implementing and working environmental management systems
  • Experience with environmental monitoring and management plans
  • Strong organizational, communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.

The applicant should also be a self-starter who enjoys a fast paced and results oriented environment. As well, the applicant must have a proven ability to work with operational and technical personnel.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

o Environmental Personnel Development Initiative
§ Compass program
· Develop tracking system for Training accomplishments
· Review Environmental modules
· Develop basic training materials for the training learning objectives
§ Mid career development program
· Support the development of Training Learning Objectives
· Develop a tracking system as a support for regions
o Information Management System (IMS)
§ Support the IMS improvements plan (short term and long term plans)
§ Review and update environmental categories in RIMS
§ Coordinate schedule and action plans tracking system
§ Keep track of key environmental metrics for quarterly reports
o Transparency
§ Development of new environmental fact sheets
§ Updates and changes on the information
§ Support the regions in implementing and tracking improvements in Environmental data controls management
o EMS
§ Support the development of environmental guidelines and standards to support the EMS
§ Develop templates to manage and track environmental corporate risks
§ Review training materials for the Environmental Management System introduction courses
§ Initiate a program to implement some specific EMS elements in the corporate office (Toronto)

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will not have workers under its responsibility but will require continuous coordination with regions and sites environmental personnel.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, the selected individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
· Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.
· Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team.
· Communication: ability to communicate, create confidence and influence in their interaction with different regions and site across the world in Barrick
· Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence
· Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
· Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

Education and Experience Requirements

- Environmental or chemical engineer background