Manager, by-products valorization

Job Description

Reporting to the VP Sustainable Development, and in the context of the start-up and production launch of a major integrated lithium salt production project, the By-product Development Manager is responsible for developing projects to develop the by-products of spodumene concentrate production and lithium hydroxide production, with a view to reducing the project’s environmental impact and contributing to the development of a circular economy in Quebec.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Develop and maintain relationships with strategic partners for the valorization of by-products;
• Develop value-added scenarios in collaboration with various industries in Quebec;
• Integrate sustainable recycling solutions for all production by-products in collaboration with Nemaska Lithium process engineers and stakeholders;
• Contribute to developing a synergy of sustainable development in the Nemaska Lithium community and its partners;
• Manage and respect the budget and schedule of recovery projects in order to deliver recycling solutions on time;

Under the authority of the VP Sustainable Development, in the context of the start-up and production of a major integrated lithium salt production project, the By-product Development Manager is responsible for developing projects for the development of by-products from the production of spodumene concentrate and lithium hydroxide, with a view to reducing the environmental impact of the project and contributing to the development of a circular economy in Quebec.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain relationships with strategic partners for the valorization of by-products;
• Develop recovery scenarios in collaboration with various industries in Quebec;
• Integrate sustainable recycling solutions for all production by-products in collaboration with Nemaska Lithium process engineers and stakeholders;
• Contribute to the development of a sustainable development synergy within the Nemaska Lithium community and its partners;
• Manage and respect the budget and schedule of beneficiation projects in order to deliver the recycling solutions within the expected timeframe;

Required profile

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED :

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or civil process engineering (specializing in concrete)
• A master’s degree or diploma in sustainable development would be an asset
• Minimum 10 years’ experience
• Expertise in circular economy and/or sustainable development an asset
• Experience in industrial operations desirable
• Ability to develop business relationships
• Autonomy developed and demonstrated

REQUIREMENTS :

• Demonstrate rigorous health and safety enforcement while being an active ambassador to promote a culture of health and safety in the workplace;
• Ensure that all operations are conducted in an environmentally and ethically responsible manner, ensuring that company policies and practices are aligned with these values;

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or civil process engineering (concrete specialty).
• Master’s degree or diploma in sustainable development would be an asset
• A minimum of 10 years of experience
• Expertise in circular economy and/or sustainable development an asset
• Experience in industrial operations preferred
• Ability to develop business relationships
• Developed and demonstrated autonomy

REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrate rigor in the application of health and safety rules while being an active ambassador to promote a culture of health and safety in the workplace;
• Ensure that all operations are conducted in an environmentally and ethically responsible manner, ensuring that company policies and practices are aligned with these values;
• Foster an inclusive work environment by valuing multiculturalism and diversity while ensuring that all employees are treated fairly without discrimination or prejudice.