Environmental Officer – Biodiversity

Department Environment Position Environmental Officer – Biodiversity Location Reko Diq Mine Site – Balochistan Qualification Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Ecology, Wildlife Biology, or a related field. Experience Minimum 5 years of professional experience in biodiversity or ecological roles, ideally within the mining, infrastructure, or construction sectors Requirements

• Hands-on experience with flora and fauna trapping, handling, and relocation techniques
• Strong knowledge of local and regional species and ecosystems
• Familiarity with relevant environmental legislation and regulatory requirements
• Experience in field survey techniques (e.g., pitfall traps, camera traps, transects)
• Basic knowledge of GIS, mapping tools, and biological data systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including reporting and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to work independently in remote and rugged field environments
  
  

Responsibilities

• Lead the successful implementation of Barrick’s Sustainability Policy & Procedures on-site.
• Manage compliance with the Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) and support environmental monitoring, data collection, reporting, and community engagement activities.
• Oversee environmental studies, budgets, presentations, and actively contribute to strategic meetings, developing, and implementing the ESMP, in accordance with national and local regulations.
• Assist with the implementation of the Biodiversity Management and Action Plan on-site, ensuring alignment with regulatory and project commitments.
• Coordinate and manage flora and fauna relocation and trapping activities to support biodiversity conservation.
• Plan and conduct ecological field surveys, including pre-construction habitat assessments and ongoing species monitoring (both fauna and flora).
• Develop and maintain comprehensive biodiversity records and reports, including trap data, relocation success, and species observations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant environmental approvals, legislation, and permits concerning biodiversity.
• Collaborate with the site team for regular follow-up and monitoring of construction activities, ensuring biodiversity protection.
• Provide training and guidance to construction teams on biodiversity protection measures, buffer zones, and ecological sensitivities.
• Liaise with environmental consultants, regulators, and stakeholders on biodiversity performance and outcomes.
• Support progress reporting and contribute to environmental compliance audits and reviews.
• Identify and implement adaptive management practices to adjust mitigation strategies based on monitoring data or changing site conditions.