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Highlights
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Certification
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Peter Martell

Logan Lake,BC

Summary

With over 15 years of experience as an Indigenous engagement expert, I have had the privilege of closely collaborating with Indigenous governments and organizations. Throughout my career, I have effectively led cross-functional teams to facilitate meaningful community engagement, drive social performance, and spearhead community development initiatives. Currently serving as the Managing Director for AEW LP, my responsibilities include overseeing operations, driving business development, conducting financial planning, and ensuring project success. AEW is a medium-sized Indigenous-owned full-service environmental consulting firm that proudly serves clients across all industry sectors.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Director

AEW LP
01.2022 - Current
  • Managing the operations of AEW LP, working as a strategic mining consultant, and Project Director for an Indigenous led Environmental Impact Assessment and supporting strategic initiatives including a Comprehensive Forestry Agreement, Land Based Recovery program
  • A strategic mining consultant, and Project Director for an Indigenous led Environmental Impact Assessment and supporting strategic initiatives including a Comprehensive Forestry Agreement, Land Based Recovery program

Independent Social Consultant

Self-employed
05.2022 - 12.2022
  • Conducted a social performance audit for the Gacho Kue diamond mine in the Northwest Territories

National Director of Mining

Hemmera
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Senior mining consultant focused on regulatory approvals, community engagement, project development and mine closure.
  • I was responsible for mining sector growth across Canada.

Environmental Manager

Teck Resources Limited
01.2020 - 09.2020
  • Management of a pilot program for the SE Coal Working Group to improve the quality and efficiency of regulatory processes and improve delivery of stewardship programs

Councillor

District of Logan Lake
01.2018 - Current
  • As a Councilor for the District, and Chair of the Environment Education and Relationship Building Committee; activities include engaging local Indigenous communities on projects

Superintendent Environment and Community

Teck Highland Valley Copper
01.2011 - 01.2020
  • As the Superintendent for environment and community relations I was responsible for the management of all regulatory, environmental, social and sustainability aspects of the mine.

Senior Environmental Coordinator

Teck Highland Valley Copper
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • I was responsible for water quality monitoring, mitigation and management across the site.
  • Prepared the site for ISO 14001 certification.

Chief Chemist Mill Technical Development

Teck Highland Valley Copper
01.2008 - 01.2009

I was lab manager responsible for analytical services, quality control, mineral resource planning and environmental waste management.

Education

Project Management Certificate -

University of Adelaide

Post Graduate Courses - Environmental Management

Royal Roads

Centre of Social Response - Community Dialogue Training Certification

University of New South Wales

Bachelor of Science - undefined

University of British Columbia

Skills

  • Business management, strategic engagement planning, relationship building, negotiations and economic development work with Indigenous communities
  • Ethics and integrity
  • Community engagement
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Meeting facilitation
  • Budgeting and finance

Highlights

  • Developed procurement guidelines and policies to improve performance of Indigenous economic participation.
  • Developed and implemented the first ICMM Company Community Tool.
  • Participated in a working group to rewrite the Mining Association of Canada Indigenous and Community Relationships protocol.
  • Developed and Implemented Teck’s SMART and first Social Management System, including auditing and verification process.
  • Developed a sophisticated social risk management process using Bow Tie to ensure all critical risks were adequately controlled.
  • Negotiations and implementation of Impact Benefit Agreements.
  • Developed social performance monitoring program with monthly reporting.
  • Regular participation in social responsibility forums and conferences.
  • Media Relations and Communications

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

Environmental Professional


Timeline

Independent Social Consultant

Self-employed
05.2022 - 12.2022

Executive Director

AEW LP
01.2022 - Current

National Director of Mining

Hemmera
01.2020 - 01.2022

Environmental Manager

Teck Resources Limited
01.2020 - 09.2020

Councillor

District of Logan Lake
01.2018 - Current

Superintendent Environment and Community

Teck Highland Valley Copper
01.2011 - 01.2020

Senior Environmental Coordinator

Teck Highland Valley Copper
01.2009 - 01.2011

Chief Chemist Mill Technical Development

Teck Highland Valley Copper
01.2008 - 01.2009

Post Graduate Courses - Environmental Management

Royal Roads

Centre of Social Response - Community Dialogue Training Certification

University of New South Wales

Bachelor of Science - undefined

University of British Columbia

Project Management Certificate -

University of Adelaide
Peter Martell