A major mining project in Northwestern British Columbia is advancing through key regulatory stages toward construction readiness. Our client is seeking a Manager, Community & Indigenous Relations to lead Canadian‑based engagement efforts with Indigenous Nations, communities, regulators, and regional stakeholders.
A major mining project in Northwestern British Columbia is advancing through key regulatory stages toward construction readiness. Our client is seeking a Manager, Community & Indigenous Relations to lead Canadian‑based engagement efforts with Indigenous Nations, communities, regulators, and regional stakeholders.
This role is based in Smithers, BC, a key government and mineral exploration hub in Northern British Columbia. The position is highly visible, externally facing, and field‑oriented, playing a critical role in building trust, supporting regulatory approvals, and aligning communities with long‑term project development goals.
This role will require in and out travel within Northern, BC to indigenous communities.
- 8-10 years of progressive experience in Community Relations, Indigenous Relations, Stakeholder Engagement, or a related discipline within the Canadian mining or natural resources sector.
- Demonstrated experience supporting project advancement through Canadian regulatory processes, ideally into late‑stage development or construction.
- Proven experience engaging with Indigenous communities in British Columbia; Northern BC experience is strongly preferred.
- Background in geology, mineral exploration, environmental science, or field‑based operational roles is a strong asset.
- Solid understanding of the Canadian mining and regulatory landscape.
- Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams (technical, regulatory, environmental, executive).
- Comfortable working independently, traveling frequently, and operating in regional and remote environments.
- Strong communication, relationship‑building, negotiation, and issue‑resolution skills.
- Smithers, BC‑based with a hybrid work arrangement (approximately 3 days in office / 2 days remote).
- Regular travel throughout Northern British Columbia, including remote communities.
- Candidates currently based in Northern BC are preferred; relocation support is available.