At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.
When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.
About the Position
The Sector Lead, Mining – Canada Environmental, is responsible for leading ALS’s market position related to the retention and growth of environmental mining services. In this role, the Sector Lead translates mining market intelligence into clear commercial and client-development priorities, ensuring ALS’s environmental services are positioned as a trusted and differentiated partner across the mining lifecycle. The position acts as a catalyst for collaboration across business lines, enabling a coordinated approach that supports sustainable growth and client retention.
A major measure of success through these engagements will include revenue growth through retention of existing customers and acquisition of new customers. The role is expected to lead conference attendance and participation in key markets, while building participation and credibility on regional and national committees and workshops. The position will work closely with national and regional technical and management teams to inform strategic and tactical direction for environmental mining services in Canada. Given ALS’s strong brand in Minerals (geochemistry, metallurgy, and mine-site testing), a key focus of the role includes collaboration between ALS Environment and Minerals divisions.
Specific Responsibilities
- Position ALS to participate in leading committees related to mining industry developments
- Obtain, assess, and report on intel related to mining market trends (price, methods, policies)
- Prepare a quarterly report on mining market activities, revenue, major bids
- Responsible to lead and prepare formal bids and unsolicited proposals to mining industry
- Lead ALS presence at conferences and present materials related to ALS services and solutions
- Liaise with internal and external teams on matters of mining technical urgency or complexity
- Act as internal point of contact related to all major mining opportunities
- Build strong relationships with key mining specialists within the priority customers
- Support the development of business processes to improve success and scalability in testing
- Provide technical input and guidance to the management/laboratory teams based on market trends
- Participate in (and eventually lead) the development of a strategy/tactics plan for mining sector
- Participate in a Canada-wide collaboration between multiple services lines and divisions providing testing to the mining sector
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong business development skills and adept at building relationships
- Highly motivated, an independent thinker and able to work as part of a team
- Strong presentation skills in medium to large group settings (conferences)
- Strong skills in grasping technical concepts
- Familiarity with (and ability to present on) the Canadian regulatory environment in the mining industry
- A strong orientation towards service quality, technical innovation and continuous improvement
- Able to effectively manage change in a dynamic environment and balance multiple priorities
- Experience coordinating conference attendance and market campaigns
- Ability to evaluate and recommend improvement to business processes
- Ability to effectively handle escalations and time critical issues
- Demonstrated judgement, creativity, integrity, and ability to problem solve
- Excellent computer skills including use of MS Office Suite
- Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 15 years of experience in the mining and environmental sectors
- Minimum 10 years of experience in solutions-driven business development and/or customer service roles
- Science degree with experience with modern analytical techniques and instruments related to lab testing
Physical Demands
- Manual dexterity to perform intricate and/or repetitive tasks such as data entry
- Ability to use and view a computer screen for up to 8 hours per day
- Ability to sit at a desk and do general office work, which includes periodic sedentary responsibilities
Our benefits includes
An estimated annual salary of $90,000 to $120,000 at the time of posting. Individual compensation is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training.
Structured wage increases.
Comprehensive benefit package specific to your work status (including extended medical, dental, and vision coverage, access to company perks, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs).
Additional vacation days for years of service.
Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company.
Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more).
Please note: Benefits vary based on employee status.
Working at ALS
The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.
Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.
At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.
We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.
Everyone Matters
ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.
Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women, First Nations, Metis and Inuit persons, members of minority groups, and persons living with disabilities.
ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.
Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.
How to apply
Please apply on-line and provide a resume & cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
