Senior Lead, Regulatory Approvals
Li-Cycle
Compliance / Regulatory
Sparwood, BC, Canada
Posted on Jan 28, 2026
Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.
EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.
Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.
Application Deadline: February 10, 2026
What we offer:
At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.
EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.
We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.
We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.
About the role:
Reporting to the Senior Specialist, Regulatory Approvals, the Senior Lead, Regulatory Approvals is responsible for directing and managing the Social, Environmental, and Regulatory Approvals (SERA) component of major projects. They will be independently leading complex projects from the development of strategic permitting plans, building solutions to emerging issues, to acquiring approvals for complex projects.
To be successful, we are looking for someone with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills who is skilled at building and maintaining strong relationships in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have the ability to lead teams of consultants and direct reports, and to collaborate effectively with a wide range of partners, including government officials, Indigenous groups, and communities of interest. This role also requires a highly motivated self-starter with strong technical writing skills and the ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!
Benefits:
- Two Annual Bonus Plans
- Comprehensive Benefits Plan
- Retirement Package
- Health Lifestyle Account
In this role you will:
- Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
- Lead the development of regulatory strategies, baseline and environmental assessments, permit applications, regulatory review, and engagement processes for major water quality mitigation or mine development projects
- Lead multi-disciplinary consulting teams with close collaboration with engineering teams
- Ensure that projects align with requirements set out in agreements with Indigenous groups, and with EVR’s regional environmental and social programs
- Manage budgets, schedule, and scope of the SERA components of projects
- Collaborate with mine operations, project teams, and subject matter specialists to ensure full integration of SERA aspects within the project
- Provide briefings to the SERA Advisory Group and Project Board members
- Manage and mentor junior regulatory approvals staff
- Identify risks and opportunities, and recommend changes to the strategic direction for SERA processes and guidelines
Requirements:
- Environmental Science or Engineering degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum eight years of demonstrated ability in leading regulatory approvals in the natural resource sector, preferably in mining
- Solid understanding of provincial and federal regulatory approvals practices, legislation, and regulations, especially within B.C., is considered an asset
- Ability to lead a team of consultants and direct reports, and collaborate with partners, including government officials, Indigenous groups, and communities of interest is critical.
- A solid understanding of how environmental disciplines relate to one another through impact assessment.
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent
The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.
To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.
About EVR
EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.