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Environmental Specialist
@ K+S Potash Canada GP
Overview
K+S Potash Canada is hiring a full-time Environmental Specialist at its Bethune mine to provide environmental expertise to operations and projects. The role identifies environmental risks, runs the environmental monitoring and protection programs, and oversees contractors and consultants, with significant field work. The posting requires 5+ years of combined environmental experience and a valid class 5 driver's licence, with a closing date of November 30, 2026.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and execute the Environmental Monitoring Plan
- Lead incident investigations and recommend corrective actions
- Prepare regulatory reports and evaluate environmental data
- Conduct environmental inspections and follow-up actions
- Supervise contractors and consultants
Requirements summary:
- Diploma or degree in environmental or natural science, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in water, soil, wildlife or vegetation monitoring
- Thorough understanding of environmental regulations
- Valid class 5 driver's licence
- Enjoyment of field work
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; Aveva PI or Power BI an asset
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-09
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-10
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Environment, health & safety |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | criminal record, education, drug and alcohol |
| Education | College diploma (preferred), Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Environmental Science, Natural Science, Environmental Engineering, Engineering Technology |
| Perks mentioned | Generous parental leave, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Wellness |
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K+S Potash Canada GP
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YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Manager Environment, the Environmental Specialist provides environmental expertise and support to operations and projects at the Bethune mine. The Specialist identifies environmental risks and the controls needed to eliminate or reduce them, and recommends, develops, facilitates and oversees the environmental management program to ensure compliance with the Approval to Operate and applicable laws and regulations.
Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Provide expertise in response to environmental emergencies
- Lead, participate and review incident investigations and recommend corrective actions
- Develop, review and implement environmental protection plans, ensuring company and employee exposure to risks are either eliminated or minimized
- Assist in the compilation and evaluation of environmental data, including preparation of regulatory reports
- Conduct environmental inspections and follow-up on resulting actions
- Manage and execute the Environmental Monitoring Plan (EMP) to ensure that all aspects meet the requirements of the Approval to Operate
- Prepare scopes of work and provide technical reviews of proposal as well as recommendations for contract award
- Supervise and manage contractors and consultants
- Assist with development and delivery of environmental training where required
YOUR PROFILE
Our company values and recognizes the diversity of the workforce and encourages individuals with the equivalent combination of education and work experience. The ideal candidate will have:
- A relevant diploma or degree in Environmental or Natural Science, Environmental Engineering or Engineering Technology, or equivalent work experience
- 5+ years of combined experience with focus on water/groundwater and soil sampling and analysis, wildlife and vegetation monitoring, and additional experience in the coordination of environment activities (preferably in a mining or industrial operation)
- Experience in project management, including development of work scopes for contractors and consultants
- A thorough understanding of applicable environmental regulations
- An enjoyment of field work
- The ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams to gain their commitment, confidence and awareness of high level HSE practice and standards
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products; familiarity with Aveva PI or Power BI is considered an asset
- Valid class 5 drivers licence
Employment is subject to successfully completing KSPC’s pre-employment checks which may include criminal record check, education verification, functional fitness evaluation and drug and alcohol testing.
To ensure consideration for this role, please apply by November 30, 2026.
WE ENRICH YOUR LIFE
At K+S Potash Canada, we’re building more than just a world-class potash operation. We’re creating opportunities for our people, our communities, and our planet. Guided by our global values, we dig deeper and reach higher, turning challenges into opportunities with innovation, collaboration, and sustainability at the core of everything we do.In a career with K+S, you can look forward to:
Good People and Great Culture
Be part of a diverse, inclusive workplace where safety, innovation, and teamwork come first, and where teams consistently act with focus, accountability and connection to drive stronger results.
• Community-minded and globally connected
• Collaborative, supportive environment
• Culture rooted in clear principles that help us work better together
• Focus on inclusive policies and growing diversity in our workplace
Challenge and Growth
We believe in unlocking your potential through training, mentorship, and career advancement.
• Professional development programs
• Recognition for your contributions
Valuable Rewards
We take care of our people with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits program.
• Market-aligned salaries and performance bonuses
• Generous employer-paid benefits coverage
• Retirement plan contributions that grow with your career
Benefits that Support You
Our benefits go beyond the basics, supporting your health, well-being, and lifestyle. Our comprehensive, employer-paid benefits program includes Life, Disability, Health and Dental, as well as competitive Retirement benefits, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up for birthing and non-birthing parents, paid work time to volunteer in your community, and more! We offer a Health Spending Account for extras, like more expensive glasses, or a Wellness Account that covers recreational items, like your park camping fees, hunting or fishing license, and your gym membership.
Build your future with us!
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