JOB POST – Environmental, Health and Safety Coordinator
Job Type // Full Time, Permanent
Location // Grand Falls-Windsor, Newfoundland & Labrador
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Pirate Gold Corp. (TSXV: YARR) (OTCQB: YARRF) is a Canadian exploration company dedicated to advancing our Treasure Island Gold Project in Newfoundland and Labrador. Led by an experienced management team, Pirate Gold is the dominant explorer along the Valentine Lake Fault Zone at the heart of Canada's newest gold district. The Company's primary focus is 100% owned, district-scale Treasure Island Gold Project supported by additional assets such as the Fleur de Lys Project. Pirate Gold is committed to responsible exploration practices that balance innovation, environmental stewardship, and meaningful engagement with local communities.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Environmental, Health and Safety Coordinator is a field-focused role supporting environmental compliance, monitoring, and health & safety initiatives across exploration and project activities. The successful candidate will work closely with site teams, contractors, consultants, and leadership to ensure environmental programs, regulatory commitments, and health & safety standards are effectively implemented and maintained.
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8AM to 5PM
RESPONSIBILITIES
Environmental Compliance & Monitoring
- Coordinate monitoring programs, including water quality, waste management, and spill prevention activities.
- Monitor compliance with permits, approvals, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain records and support regulatory and government reporting.
- Coordinate consultants, laboratories, and monitoring contractors.
Environmental Programs & Permitting
- Assist with permitting, approvals, and compliance initiatives.
- Assist with environmental management plans, baseline studies, and continuous improvement programs.
- Track performance and prepare reports and updates.
- Participate in inspections, audits, and government site visits.
Health, Safety & Field Coordination
- Promote safe work practices through inspections, hazard assessments, incident reporting, and investigations.
- Support the development and implementation of HSE procedures, standards, and best practices.
- Assist with the review and updating of HSE policies and procedures, and management system documentation.
- Collaborate with management, geological teams, contractors, and consultants to support responsible exploration activities.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: Post-secondary diploma or degree in Environmental Studies or a related discipline is preferred.
- Industry Experience: 1-3 years of experience in environmental monitoring, compliance, or coordination, preferably within exploration, construction, heavy civil, or industrial environment.
- Health & Safety: Exposure to occupational health & safety programs, field inspections, incident reporting, or safe work practices is considered an asset.
- Technical Knowledge: Knowledge of environmental regulations, field monitoring programs, and environmental compliance practices.
- Core Skills: Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and technical reporting skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to manage environmental and safety documentation and data.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to work in varied environments, including office, field, and remote-site settings, and perform physical tasks including lifting and handling up to 50lbs, standing for extended periods, and work safely in variable outdoor conditions.
- Safety Mindset: A strong commitment to workplace safety regulations and procedures.
- Driving Requirements: Valid Canadian Class 5 Driver’s License with a satisfactory driver’s abstract and the ability to travel regularly to remote exploration sites, including driving on resource and unpaved roads.
Note: Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
We value potential as much as experience. If this sounds like the right adventure for you, please send us your resume, to k.chang@pirategold.ca with "EHS Coordinator" in the subject line.
Please note, applicants must be eligible to work in Canada to be considered for this position.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We kindly request no phone calls. Thank you for your understanding.
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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.
Pirate Gold Corp. fosters a positive, equitable and progressive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities will be provided throughout the hiring process. If you require any accommodation during the application and hiring process, please contact k.chang@pirategold.ca.
Pay: $75,000.00-$90,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Grand Falls-Windsor, NL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?
- Do you have a post-secondary diploma or degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, or a related discipline?
- How many years of work experience do you have in exploration, mining, construction, heavy civil, or industrial environments?
- How many years of experience do you have in environmental monitoring, compliance, or coordination?
- How many years of experience do you have with environmental monitoring programs (eg. water quality, waste management, spill prevention)?
- How many years of work experience do you have with supporting environmental permits, approvals, or regulatory compliance?
- How many years of experience do you have with HSE programs, inspections, hazard assessments, or incident reporting?
- Are you comfortable working in variable weather conditions, standing on your feet for extended periods of time, and lifting up to 50lbs?
- What is your salary expectation?
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
