Maintenance Lead (Contract)

Closing Date: December 31, 2024.

Teck is a leading Canadian resource company focused on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. 

Teck's two regional business units, North America and Latin America, are responsible for Teck's assets through all phases of safe, sustainable development, operation and closure. The business units are supported by enterprise-wide functions that set strategic direction, establish standards and provide governance, as well as supporting the business through shared services, centres of excellence and business partnering. 

Reporting to the Supervisor, Maintenance, the Maintenance Lead is responsible for supporting the management of maintenance of the surface and underground facilities of the reclaimed Sullivan Mine in Kimberley, BC in a safe, cost-effective and environmentally compliant manner. The primary activities at the site are the long-term collection and treatment of surface and groundwater influenced by acid rock drainage (ARD) to protect the environment. This requires a variety of infrastructure across multiple locations. Maintenance activities include but are not limited to, electrical systems, pumps, piping, instrumentation, underground workings, buildings and roads. The Maintenance Lead will also support efforts associated with implementing a preventative maintenance software program for the Sullivan Mine, growing the program to other Legacy sites. Maintenance activities are completed by third-party contractors throughout the year and include contractors who work solely at the Sullivan Mine (e.g. electricians) and other contractors on an as-needed basis (e.g. vegetation management). The Maintenance Lead will be responsible for ensuring contractor consistency with the BC Mines Code and Teck’s Health or equivalent experience and Safety policies and procedures and conducting regular job site inspections and audits.

Leadership forms the basis of a safe and balanced workplace and involves both making a dedication to putting health and safety into action and proactively leading it. The Maintenance Lead will lead by example in ensuring that safe and balanced working conditions are maintained and that workers (both contracted and employees) follow safe work practices and receive adequate training in their specific work tasks to protect their health and safety.

Responsibilities 

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety, environmental and social rules and procedures

• Be an advocate for and promote an inclusive, respectful and equitable work environment

• Direct quality maintenance and repair of mine equipment to improve availability and reliability for production

• Coordinate the inspection, maintenance and repair of area assets according to preventive maintenance schedules and government and Teck Resources requirements

• Ensure new equipment is accurately identified; assess existing equipment to resolve its capability to meet acceptable standards and recommend suitable replacements

• Audit works in progress to ensure that quality and quantity meet required standards, codes and laws

• Contribute to cost control by providing feedback to budgets, supervising and reporting on expenditures and finding opportunities to continually reduce costs

• Ensure availability of critical spares for select equipment

• Assist with the development of updated Preventative Maintenance programs and procedures

• Review of health and safety plans and development of safe work procedures

• Contract management and supervision of a variety of maintenance contractors

• Support incident investigations and corrective action development and implementation

• Site automation systems oversight and coordination of maintenance/upgrades with Teck’s IT department

• Health and safety audits and implementation of corrective actions

• Critical control verification and control assessments

• Coordinate updates to site drawings and GIS data

• Track and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) of our processes and systems, bringing forth visibility and continuous improvement opportunities to site management

• Act as an on-call resource for Teck’s Legacy Properties

• Other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications 

• Mechanical trade certificate, diploma in a relevant technical field, or equivalent technical and operational experience

• Minimum of 5 years of operational/maintenance management experience in an industrial setting, supervisory experience an asset

• Familiar with the regulatory environment associated with industrial maintenance processes and systems

• Preference will be given to candidates with previous supervisory, planning, or scheduling experience

• Experience, and ability to demonstrate skills with Microsoft Office Suite®; Outlook, Word, and Excel. Previous experience with Maximo would be an asset

• A proven teammate and able to work well in a multi-tasking, fast-paced environment

• Experience managing contractors and collaborating closely with other external partners

• Experience with materials acquisition, planning and scheduling, and validated human relations skills

• Knowledge of BC’s Health, Safety and Reclamation Code is an asset

• BC Mine Supervisor Certificate is an asset, or willingness to acquire

• Strong verbal and written communication skills (English) with the ability to plan and coordinate resources and activities

• French speaking would be considered an asset

Why Join Us? 

At Teck, we offer more than just a job – we provide a pathway to personal and professional enrichment. With captivating projects set against stunning backdrops, a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, and boundless opportunities to learn and grow, joining us means embracing a fulfilling and dynamic career adventure. 

As a contractor, you’ll add your expertise and work alongside experienced professionals on projects that challenge and inspire. We’re dedicated to fostering your growth through coaching, training, and a commitment to safety. Your contributions will make a difference, not just in your career, but in our ongoing success. Teck offers a wide array of permanent career opportunities and your role as a contractor can be a stepping stone to exploring different positions within our organization. We’re committed to helping you chart a dynamic and rewarding career path.  

The actual wage rate offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity. 

About Teck 

At Teck, we value diversity. Our teams work collaboratively and respect each person’s unique perspective and contribution. 

Teck is one of Canada's leading mining companies, focused on providing products that are essential to building a better quality of life for people around the globe. Our commitment to our people is why Teck has been named one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for seven consecutive years, listed as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People and named to the 2024 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index. The pursuit of sustainability guides Teck's approach to business and we are proud to be recognized as one of the 2024 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations by Corporate Knights. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, its shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbols TECK.A and TECK.B and the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol TECK. 

Learn more about Teck at www.teck.com or follow @TeckResources.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.