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Advisor, Government Affairs

Posted 26 days ago

OfficeVancouver, BC108k - 133k CAD
Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team. 

Application Deadline: June 10th, 2026

What we offer: 

At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys. 

EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development. 

We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions. 

We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

### Benefits:
  • Two Annual Bonus Plans
  • Comprehensive Benefits Plan
  • Retirement Package
  • Health Lifestyle Account
  • ### About the role:

    Reporting to the EVR’s Director of Regulatory & Government Affairs, this role supports EVR’s government relations and advocacy work at the provincial and federal level. 

    To be successful, we are looking for someone with a strong understanding of B.C.’s mining sector, exceptional writing and interpersonal skills, and a demonstrated ability to build relationships with government. 

    With a compressed work week and alternating Fridays off, experience what true work-life balance is all about! 

    ### In this role you will:
    • Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies  

    • Monitor provincial and federal policy activities for potential impacts or opportunities related to EVR’s business priorities 

    • Develop briefing notes, backgrounders, position statements, and other policy-related content to support senior leader meetings with officials, industry associations, or other stakeholders 

    • Co-ordinate various government submissions and information requests 

    • Collaborate with other team members in Communications, Indigenous Relations, Projects, Environmental Performance, and Marketing with respect to monitoring and assessing policy changes and their potential impact on EVR’s business 

    • Oversee EVR’s provincial and federal lobbyist reporting requirements 

    • Represent EVR in industry and government committees, when required 

    ### Requirements:
    • Minimum five years of direct experience in the B.C. provincial government and/or in a government relations role for a B.C.-based mining company

    • Bachelor’s degree in political science or equivalent 

    • Sound knowledge of the policy development and legislative process 

    • Exceptional writing, communication, and interpersonal skills 

    • Strong qualitative and quantitative research and analytical skills 

    • Organized and strong attention to detail 

    • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent 

    The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

    To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.

    As part of our recruitment process, EVR uses AI tools to assist with reviewing and summarizing candidate information. Personal information provided in your application and interview may be processed by these tools. Your information will be handled in accordance with EVR’s Recruitment Privacy Policy, which you can view here.


    About EVR

    EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.
    Job details
    Workplace
    Office
    Location
    Vancouver, BC
    Salary
    108k - 133k CAD
    per year

    Glencore operates nine mines and five metal processing facilities in Canada producing and recycling critical minerals including nickel, copper, zinc and cobalt; and transition-enabling steelmaking coal. We employ 11,400 people, including contractors, and are Canada’s largest diversified miner and supplier of critical minerals. We are the country’s largest producer of refined copper, second largest producer of mined and smelted nickel, and second largest producer of refined zinc, as well as one of the world’s largest recyclers of end-of-life electronics, playing a critical role in the circular economy. We operate Canada’s only copper smelter, located in Quebec. Glencore is also Canada’s largest producer of steelmaking coal. Glencore y exploite neuf mines et cinq installations de transformation des métaux, produisant et recyclant des minéraux critiques tels que le nickel, le cuivre, le zinc et le cobalt, ainsi que du charbon sidérurgique facilitant la transition énergétique. Nous employons 11 400 personnes, y compris des sous-traitants, et sommes le plus grand exploitant minier diversifié et fournisseur de minéraux critiques au Canada. Nous sommes le premier producteur canadien de cuivre raffiné, le deuxième producteur de nickel extrait et affiné, le deuxième producteur de zinc raffiné, de même que le principal producteur canadien de charbon sidérurgique. Nous figurons également parmi les plus grands recycleurs mondiaux d’équipements électroniques en fin de vie, jouant ainsi un rôle essentiel dans l’économie circulaire. Nous exploitons la seule fonderie de cuivre au Canada, située au Québec.

    Key team members

    Karl Nurmi, PEng, MBA

    Karl Nurmi, PEng, MBA

    Chris Gaspard

    Chris Gaspard

    Craig Harris

    Craig Harris

    Greg Maybee

    Greg Maybee

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