Environmental Specialist

Why SRC?

With more than 400 employees, $83 million in annual revenue and nearly 80 years of RD&D experience, the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) is Canada’s second largest research and technology organization with 1,400 clients in 16 countries around the world. We help clients from across the world solve technology problems, make improvements, seize opportunities, maintain competitiveness, increase productivity, and develop new markets.

Our employees make a difference. We hire people who are passionate about their work because we are passionate about making a positive impact in our province and beyond. We recognize the important value of work-life balance and our employees enjoy generous time off. SRC also offers many other benefits such as flexible retirement and savings options, insured benefits, professional development opportunities, a robust safety program, and an outstanding team environment.

Overview

SRC’s Rare Earth Processing Facility (REPF) is seeking an Environmental Specialist to support environmental compliance, waste management, permitting, monitoring and reporting activities. The REPF is a first-of-its-kind, vertically integrated rare earth minerals-to-metals processing facility in Saskatchewan, with operations that include hydrometallurgy, separation, metal smelting, utilities, feed and chemical handling, and supporting infrastructure.

Accountabilities

• Support implementation and improvement of environmental management programs for the Rare Earth Processing Facility. Including by not limited to waste management, hazardous materials management, spill prevention and response, environmental monitoring, reporting and regulatory compliance activities
• Monitor environmental compliance with applicable legislation, permits, approvals, standards, operating procedures and SRC requirements related to rare earth minerals processing, chemical handling, waste streams and industrial operations.
• Support environmental planning for commissioning, operational readiness, start-up and early operations by identifying environmental requirements, risks, controls, documentation needs and follow-up actions
• Coordinate assigned environmental activities with internal, external, and regulatory stakeholders to support safe, compliant and disciplined facility operations
• Assist with permit applications, amendments, regulatory submissions and supporting documentation as required.
• Participate in environmental inspections, audits, field verification activities, incident investigations and corrective action tracking
• Participate in environmental sampling, monitoring and data collection activities, including the review and interpretation of environmental data to identify trends, issues and compliance risks
• Prepare technical reports, summaries, procedures, records, presentations and regulatory correspondence related to environmental performance and compliance

Qualifications

• Degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, biology, chemistry, geology or a related discipline
• Five or more years of relevant environmental experience in industrial operations, mining, mineral processing, chemical processing, hydrometallurgy, metallurgical operations, heavy industry, environmental consulting or a similar complex operating environment
• Experience supporting environmental compliance, permitting, waste management, hazardous materials management, spill response, environmental monitoring and technical reporting
• Experience with environmental sampling, data review, data interpretation and preparation of environmental reports or regulatory submissions
• Experience working with environmental management legislation, regulations, permits, approvals, policies and standards
• Experience in rare earth elements, critical minerals, mineral processing, hydrometallurgical processing, chemical handling or complex industrial facilities is an asset
• Experience supporting commissioning, operational readiness, start-up or early operations in an industrial facility is an asset

Skills

• Strong working knowledge of environmental compliance, waste management, hazardous materials management, spill response and environmental monitoring in an industrial or processing environment
• Practical understanding of environmental legislation, permits, approvals, standards and regulatory expectations applicable to industrial operations
• Ability to interpret technical and regulatory information, assess environmental implications and recommend practical solutions within established requirements
• Strong planning, coordination and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear technical documentation and explain environmental requirements to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Sound judgement and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently on moderately complex environmental matters and escalate high-risk or sensitive issues appropriately
• Strong attention to detail, particularly in relation to regulatory documentation, environmental records, monitoring results, permits and compliance tracking
• Commitment to safe work practices, environmental stewardship, operational discipline and continuous improvement

The chosen candidate will also be required to provide an original Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to SRC prior to the commencement of any employment duties. The Criminal Record Check must have been executed within the preceding 30 days of receipt.

This position is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Deadline to apply is November 16, 2026.

To Apply: Please apply with your resume and cover letter via the careers section of our website www.src.sk.ca/careers

Please indicate on your application where you heard about the position as SRC works with several partners to support an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. Our goal is to engage and empower all people so they can successfully achieve their professional goals.

As SRC strives to build a representative workforce, applications are encouraged from persons of Indigenous ancestry.