Director of Regulatory Affairs

Job Description

Organizational Profile

The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) is the national organization for the Canadian mining industry. Its members account for the majority of Canada's production of base and precious metals, uranium, diamonds, metallurgical coal and mined oil sands, and are actively engaged in mineral exploration, mining, smelting, refining and semi-fabrication. Representing members committed to sustainability, MAC's Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM ) initiative is an award-winning and world-leading standard that fosters continuous performance improvement in environmental and social mining practices.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Vice President, Regulatory and Indigenous Affairs, MAC is seeking a highly- motivated individual with experience in chemical and environmental management policy to be the Association's policy lead and technical expert on issues related to the Canadian Environmental Protection Act including the National Pollutant Release Inventory and the Chemicals Management Plan, circular economy, product stewardship, Fisheries Act, aquatic species, marine protected areas, and other emerging and related issues.

Qualifications

Degree in chemistry, biology, toxicology or related discipline.

Familiarity with Canadian policy issues related to chemicals management and aquatic species and

ecosystem management.

Exceptional written and oral communications abilities.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other database software.

Exceptional data analytical skills.

Highly organized and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Assets

Knowledge of the mining and metals industry.

Awareness of global developments impacting chemicals and metals.

Experience in public policy.

Ability to communicate in both official languages.

Experience working with large and complex datasets.

Experience in multi-stakeholder dialogue and collaboration

Key Responsibilities

MAC policy lead and technical expert on:

o Canadian Environmental Protection Act Chemicals Management Plan

o National Pollutant Release Inventory

o Circular economy

o Product stewardship; classification and labeling

o Mercury and the Minamata Convention

o Fisheries Act

o Species at Risk Act (aquatic species)

o Marine protected areas

Support the Mining Association of Canada's Environment and Science Committees and relevant task

forces.

Apprise the membership of emerging issues or trends within areas of responsibility and develop

strategies for response.

Develop and support submissions and briefs in response to legislative, regulatory and policy

developments within areas of responsibility.

Deliver presentations to government and public on areas of expertise.

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of interests including MAC

members, service providers, consultants and members of the mining industry's core stakeholder

community, including NGOs and Indigenous leaders.

Actively participate in industry committees, multi-interest committees, and other fora

related to areas of responsibility and expertise.

Monitor international developments that may be adopted in Canada.

Assist and collaborate with other team members on environmental policy issues.

Should you wish to learn more about this impactful leadership opportunity, or submit your CV and letter of introduction, please contact (in strictest confidence) Applications will be accepted until February 6, 2026.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those under consideration for the role will be contacted. The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Please advise in advance if you require any accommodation during the application or selection process. MAC is committed to employment equity and encourages candidates to self-identify as visible minorities; people from culturally diverse backgrounds; people of all gender identities and sexual orientations; Indigenous peoples; and persons with disabilities.