Environmental Compliance Manager

Environmental Compliance Manager

Location: Hybrid: Halifax, Nova Scotia / Canso, Nova Scotia

Maritime Launch Services is a Canadian-owned commercial space company building Spaceport Nova Scotia near the communities of Canso, Hazel Hill and Little Dover in the Municipality of Guysborough, Nova Scotia. Our mission is to deliver satellite launch services that strengthen Canada's position in the global space economy and enable sovereign access to space. We are now entering an exciting phase of growth, moving from planning to sustained delivery: scaling the organization, strengthening partnerships, and preparing for ongoing launch operations. If you are motivated by ambitious, nation-building work and want to help create something that has never existed in Canada before, this is the moment to join. Maritime Launch is a public company trading on the Cboe CA under the ticker MAXQ.

Role Overview

As Environmental Compliance Manager, you will lead the development and implementation of environmental compliance and monitoring programs supporting the development and operation of Spaceport Nova Scotia. Reporting initially to the VP of Spaceport Operations, this role will ensure that spaceport development and launch activities are conducted in compliance with applicable environmental approvals, regulatory requirements, and internal environmental management systems. You will work closely with operations, engineering, regulatory authorities, and environmental consultants to ensure that environmental protection and responsible stewardship remain central to the development of Canada's first commercial spaceport.

Key Responsibilities

• Environmental Compliance and Monitoring
  • Oversee environmental compliance activities associated with construction and operational activities at Spaceport Nova Scotia.
  • Implement environmental monitoring programs in accordance with environmental approvals and regulatory requirements.
  • Apply for, maintain and renew environmental permits.
  • Manage environmental reporting, documentation, and compliance records.
  • Coordinate environmental training, inspections, audits and site monitoring activities.
  • Implement environmental commitments and mitigation measures.
• Regulatory Coordination
  • Support compliance with federal, provincial, and municipal environmental regulations and permits and approvals.
  • Coordinate with environmental regulators and permitting authorities as required.
  • Assist with preparation of environmental submissions, compliance reports, and regulatory documentation.
  • Support environmental inputs required for launch licensing and operational approvals.
• Environmental Management and Planning
  • Support development and implementation of the company's environmental management framework.
  • Work with construction and operations teams to identify potential environmental risks and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Provide guidance to internal teams aligning operational plans with environmental commitments and requirements.
  • Support development of environmental procedures and operational best practice.
• Engagement
  • Coordinate with environmental consultants, Mi'kmaq First Nations, local stakeholders and community representatives.
  • Support communication of environmental monitoring activities and compliance commitments.
  • Contribute to maintaining positive relationships with regulators, Mi'kmaq First Nations, and local communities.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, natural resources management, or related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in environmental compliance, environmental monitoring, or regulatory coordination.
• Experience working within regulated infrastructure, energy, aerospace or construction environments.
• Strong understanding of environmental permitting and compliance processes.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with environmental assessment process and management systems.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations, permits and monitoring programs.
• Experience working with provincial and federal environmental regulatory bodies.
• Experience supporting large infrastructure of industrial projects.
• Experience working on projects in rural communities.

Additional Requirements

• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required to support launch operations and mission readiness activities.
• Willingness to travel to and from the Spaceport Nova Scotia site and other operational locations as required.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance, parental leave benefits, and various other benefits.

Our Commitment to Equity

Maritime Launch Services is committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage applications from individuals who identify as Indigenous, African Nova Scotian, members of racialized communities, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We are committed to equitable hiring practices and creating a respectful, safe, and supportive working environment where every employee can thrive. Join with us and make history in Canada's space industry.

Join with us and make history in Canada's space industry! Submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line: "Environmental Compliance Manager". Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.