Senior Lead, Social Responsibility

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.

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Application Deadline: November 4th, 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 Manager, Community & Indigenous Affairs, the Senior Lead, Social Responsibility is responsible for implementing Health, Safety, Environment, and Community (HSEC) standards for the human environment and supporting our Communities and Indigenous Peoples sustainability goals. To be successful, you will be a collaborative and courageous safety leader with strong communication, relationship-building, negotiation, and mentoring skills. You will contribute to strategy development and process improvement initiatives related to community engagement, socio-economics, environmental matters, and consultation, while effectively collaborating with Indigenous Peoples, diverse communities, stakeholders, regulators, and internal teams. 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!

Two Annual Bonus Plans Comprehensive Benefits Plan Retirement Package Health Lifestyle Account Relocation Assistance

Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies Lead the development and execution of Communities of Interest (COI) engagement strategies and implementation plans for regional issues related to land, air, and water, as well as specific projects Build and maintain relationships with local communities, stakeholder groups, regulatory authorities, and regional governments Lead social risk assessments and support mitigation and management plans for regulatory applications and project development Oversee implementation plans and participate in regulatory consultations with local governments and public stakeholders, including agreement development, implementation, and continuous improvement Develop and implement community development initiatives, including community investment Manage internal and external communications, including planning and publishing engagement and regulatory communications Collaborate on non-mining land initiatives including communications, relationship-building, and lease management Support senior management reporting, annual budget development and tracking, and the entry of engagement records into information management systems

Degree or diploma in Communications, Business, Social Sciences, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of work experience Minimum eight years of experience in community relations, communications, consultation, negotiations, health and safety, operations, or a related field Strong knowledge of community engagement, consultation, and Participation Agreement negotiation and implementation practices; resource industry experience is an asset Expertise in regulatory processes and consultation and engagement requirements for mine development projects Proven understanding of mining industry regulatory context and community engagement requirements Understanding of human rights, social issues, and community development practices