Director of Environment and Permitting
- Compensation
- 220K–245K
- Location
- Not listed
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Not specified
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or environmental engineering or related degree. • Preference for membership in good standing with a recognized professional regulatory body in British Columbia (Ex.,
- Why Join Us? Joining the First Majestic team means being part of an empowered, passionate, and talented workforce committed to growing our business through ethical, innovative, sustainable, and safe p
- As a Director of Environment and Permitting, you’ll receive a best-in-class total rewards program including: • Eligibility to participate in our Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) and Short-Term Incentiv
- Salary Range: $220,000 to $245,000.
- Expected Salary: Actual base salary is determined by factors such as qualifications, relevant experience, prevailing market conditions for the specific role, and internal equity.
Full description
ABOUT FIRST MAJESTIC SILVER CORP.
First Majestic Silver Corp. is a Canadian-based mining company with silver and gold operations located in Mexico and the United States. We own and operate four producing underground mines in Mexico: the Los Gatos Silver Mine (the Company holds a 70% interest in the Los Gatos Joint Venture that owns and operates the mine), the Santa Elena Silver/Gold Mine, the San Dimas Silver/Gold Mine, and the La Encantada Silver Mine, as well as a portfolio of development and exploration assets, including the Jerritt Canyon Gold project located in northeastern Nevada, U.S.A. We are also proud to own and operate our own minting facility, First Mint, LLC, and to offer a portion of its silver production for sale to the public.Guided by the highest standards of socially responsible mining, First Majestic is committed to working safely, ethically and with integrity within the communities that we operate in. We strive to manage our environmental impacts and contribute to local sustainable development. This commitment to social responsibility is integrated into our business strategy and recognized throughout the organization as essential to the long-term growth of our organization and the prosperity of the communities in which we do business.
ROLE PURPOSE:
The Director, Environment & Permitting is responsible for leading the Company's environmental compliance, permitting, reclamation, and closure functions across all operations and development projects. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the role ensures environmental risks are effectively managed, regulatory approvals are secured and maintained, and environmental obligations are integrated into operational and business decisions to support safe, responsible, and sustainable mining activities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Environmental Strategy & Governance
- Develop and implement the Company's environmental, permitting, reclamation, and closure strategy in alignment with corporate and operational objectives.
- Provide strategic guidance to the COO and senior leadership on environmental risks, regulatory requirements, and permitting matters.
- Establish and maintain environmental standards, policies, and management systems that support responsible and sustainable mining practices.
- Monitor environmental performance and drive continuous improvement across all operations.
Permitting & Regulatory Compliance
- Lead permitting and regulatory approval activities for operations, expansions, development projects, and closure initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with environmental legislation, permit conditions, and corporate standards across all jurisdictions.
- Oversee the preparation and submission of permit applications, environmental studies, technical reports, and regulatory filings.