Biodiversity Superintendent

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Job Summary: Support the development of mining projects by applying technical expertise in biodiversity and ecology to assess and manage impacts on Andean ecosystems. Key Highlights: 1. Experience in ecological impact assessment and environmental management in mining. 2. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders. 3. Development of revegetation and ecological restoration strategies. At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”. Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results. Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations. **Job description:** **Biodiversity Superintendent** **Position Objective** Support the development of a mining project by applying technical expertise in biodiversity and ecology to assess, manage, and monitor potential impacts on high-altitude Andean ecosystems. **Key Responsibilities** * Work closely with project managers, infrastructure engineers, geohydrologists, independent environmental consultants, and biodiversity specialists. * Support the development and implementation of a project-specific Biodiversity Management and Monitoring Plan. * Establish and maintain relationships with key biodiversity stakeholders, including: * Provincial and national government authorities. * National park authorities. * Biodiversity-focused NGOs. * Local communities and other stakeholders. * Support collaboration with regulatory agencies, independent technical reviewers, and representatives of funding institutions, as required. * Provide technical expertise to support permitting processes and ensure compliance with funding institution requirements (e.g., IFC Performance Standards). * Develop a revegetation and ecological restoration strategy. **Requirements** * Relevant university degree in Biology or Ecology, Environmental Sciences, Natural Resources, or a related field. * 8–10 years of relevant experience in biodiversity planning, ecological impact assessment, mining, infrastructure, environmental management, or projects funded by financial institutions. * Knowledge of Puna and Andean ecosystems (preferred), including mitigation and compensation strategies. * Familiarity with IFC Performance Standard No. 6, the Equator Principles, or similar international financial institution standards is desirable. * Compliance with local legal requirements for EIA and other related permits. **Key Competencies** * Practical, solution-oriented approach. * Self-motivated and results-driven. * Strong ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams. * Ability to translate ecological risks into practical mitigation and compensation measures. * Clear communication skills (Spanish essential; intermediate English required). * Ability to work in complex project environments with regulatory, technical, social, and financial requirements. Visit our website and register for instant job alerts at First Quantum Careers Follow us for the latest news at LinkedIn If you are already a First Quantum employee, log into your **Workday** account \> **Career Hub** \> **Browse Jobs** to apply internally for this opportunity.