What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Scientist position at Hudbay Minerals U.S. Business Unit?
Date: Apr 14, 2025
Location: Helvetia, AZ
Company: Copper World, Inc.
Role Title
Environmental Scientist
Reports To
Sr. Mgr. Environmental & Permitting
Job Type
Full-time, Regular
Location:
Helvetia, AZ
About Hudbay
Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru and the United States.
Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.
The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.
Mission
To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations .
Purpose Of Role
Reporting to the Senior Environmental Scientist, the Environmental Scientist will be responsible for coordinating with other environmental team members in the preparation of documents, compliance reports, and Environmental Management System protocols, and conducting field inspection to ensure permit compliance. During regular business, the employee may be required to travel locally.
Role Accountabilities
Other Requirements
Physical – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to walk off of established trails and roads including over rough, uneven and steep terrain. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to kneel, crouch, and sit; use hands to handle sampling equipment and tie sample bags; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities may be required for this position.
Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment will be nearly exclusively outside and weather conditions such as hot or cold, windy, and very dry to wet conditions. Work will be conducted off established roads and trails on a variety of terrain.
Employee will be expected to drive a company vehicle, rental vehicle and/or his/her own vehicle in the course of performing the job, Employee must be able to perform the physical functions of operating a motor vehicle, including use of eyes, ears, arms, hands, legs, and feet. Employee must be able to prove that he/she has a current and valid driver's license.
Miscellaneous – Hudbay is an Equal Opportunity employer that offers a variety of medical and wellness benefits, 401(k), growth potential, and the opportunity to join the company at an exciting phase of the project. Chosen candidates will be required to successfully pass a physical.
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Applications must be submitted online at www.hudbayminerals.com under "Careers" and our "For More Information Contact" page (lower right hand corner), and select “United States Jobs”. Resumes may be downloaded online as well.
Why Hudbay?
Location: Helvetia, AZ
Company: Copper World, Inc.
Role Title
Environmental Scientist
Reports To
Sr. Mgr. Environmental & Permitting
Job Type
Full-time, Regular
Location:
Helvetia, AZ
About Hudbay
Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru and the United States.
Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.
The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.
Mission
To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations .
Purpose Of Role
Reporting to the Senior Environmental Scientist, the Environmental Scientist will be responsible for coordinating with other environmental team members in the preparation of documents, compliance reports, and Environmental Management System protocols, and conducting field inspection to ensure permit compliance. During regular business, the employee may be required to travel locally.
Role Accountabilities
- Maintaining records, preparing reports, composing correspondence and performing other administrative activities as necessary to meet compliance requirements.
- Utilizing ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS online and ArcGIS applications for project preparation, monitoring activities, and reporting purposes
- Working with the Project team to ensure construction projects comply with environmental plans, policies, permits, etc.
- Conducting field inspections related to construction or other engineering activities
- Leading the installation, operation and maintenance activities associated with scientific equipment
- Assisting in the development of procedures and plans for chemical and waste management
- Reviewing contractor chemicals prior to on-site usage
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, natural resources, or similar degree.
- Advance level of Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
- Experience with ArcGIS Pro software.
- Ability to work in an effective manner, with limited supervision, with a diverse group of professionals in a collaborative work environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate to all levels confidently and effectively within the company.
Other Requirements
Physical – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to walk off of established trails and roads including over rough, uneven and steep terrain. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to kneel, crouch, and sit; use hands to handle sampling equipment and tie sample bags; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities may be required for this position.
Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment will be nearly exclusively outside and weather conditions such as hot or cold, windy, and very dry to wet conditions. Work will be conducted off established roads and trails on a variety of terrain.
Employee will be expected to drive a company vehicle, rental vehicle and/or his/her own vehicle in the course of performing the job, Employee must be able to perform the physical functions of operating a motor vehicle, including use of eyes, ears, arms, hands, legs, and feet. Employee must be able to prove that he/she has a current and valid driver's license.
Miscellaneous – Hudbay is an Equal Opportunity employer that offers a variety of medical and wellness benefits, 401(k), growth potential, and the opportunity to join the company at an exciting phase of the project. Chosen candidates will be required to successfully pass a physical.
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Applications must be submitted online at www.hudbayminerals.com under "Careers" and our "For More Information Contact" page (lower right hand corner), and select “United States Jobs”. Resumes may be downloaded online as well.
Why Hudbay?
- At Hudbay, our values of Dignity & Respect, Caring, Openness, and Trustworthiness are embedded into our culture by the way we work and how we interact with one another.
- We pride ourselves in providing our employees with competitive total rewards that include:
- Annual performance bonuses
- Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
- Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short- & Long-term Disability.
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
- An Employee Share Purchase Plan with contribution matching
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off, paid sick time and holiday pay.
- Company housing for this position.
- Regular performance appraisals to acknowledge our employees for their contributions, strengths and work well done.
