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First Quantum Minerals

Global producer of copper and nickel

Environmental Compliance Specialist - Environmental Compliance

Environmental Health & SafetyPosted on Nov 13
Full-timePanama City, Panamá Province, PanamaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology, or a related field is required.
  • At least 7 years of experience in environmental management and regulatory compliance is required.
  • At least 5 years of experience in mining, energy, infrastructure, or complex industrial projects is required.
  • Demonstrated experience managing environmental commitments derived from Environmental Impact Assessments is required.
  • Experience coordinating internal, external, and regulatory environmental audits is required.
  • Knowledge of Panamanian environmental legislation, ISO 14001 environmental management systems, and environmental risk management is required.
  • Availability to work on site at Cobre Panamá on a 10x4 roster is required.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and track compliance with environmental commitments arising from permits, licenses, environmental studies, and regulatory requirements.
  • Lead and coordinate internal, external, and regulatory environmental audits, ensuring timely closure of findings and corrective actions.
  • Identify potential environmental non-compliance risks and develop preventive and corrective strategies to mitigate them.
  • Prepare regulatory and executive reports, ensuring the availability and traceability of information required for audits and inspections.
  • Participate in regulatory inspections and serve as a technical liaison with authorities, consultants, and other stakeholders.
  • Support continual improvement of the Environmental Management System and promote an environmental compliance culture across the organization.

Desired Qualifications

  • A master's degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Regulation, Sustainable Development, or related areas is desirable.
  • Certifications in ISO 14001, Internal Auditing, or Risk Management are desirable.
  • Intermediate English proficiency is desirable.

About the Company

First Quantum Minerals

Global producer of copper and nickel

First Quantum Minerals operates global copper and nickel mining projects, with gold and cobalt as byproducts. It runs a portfolio of mines and mineral processing plants across four continents, and it employs about 20,000 people. The company uses technical, project management, engineering, construction, and operations expertise to develop and run complex mines and processing facilities, including tailings reprocessing and large-scale operations like Cobre Panama. Its goal is to become one of the world’s top copper producers and to deliver sustained value to employees, investors, and the communities hosting its operations.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Vancouver, Canada
Founded
1983

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