Coordinator, Environment

About the Role

As Canada’s largest diversified mining company, Teck is committed to providing the world with essential resources safely and sustainably. We have a rich history of consistently driving innovation, harnessing cutting-edge technology, and cultivating a dynamic environment that empowers our employees to shape the future. 

This position, reporting to the Senior Coordinator, Environment, is responsible for coordinating and ensuring compliance with water quality programs, performing QA/QC on water quality data, data management systems, maintaining data management workflows, handling internal and external data requests, water quality data analysis, reporting and operational support, ML/ARD management program implementation, and supporting closure water planning.

The role requires an Environmental specialist with strong data management skills and understanding of inorganic chemistry and geochemistry. Water quality is central to demonstrating regulatory compliance, so data evaluation and reporting writing skills are essential. Experience with interpreting water quality and geochemistry data. Strong interpersonal skills are necessary to engage with colleagues, other HVC departments, regulators and COI's
 

Responsibilities:

• Be a courageous safety leader; lead by example and foster a proactive safety and sustainability culture based on Teck’s values of health, safety, environment, and indigenous and community engagement.
• Water and geochemical monitoring program tracking
• Support water and geochemical monitoring program scheduling
• Coordinate water quality and ML/ARD reporting
• ML/ARD program implementation, interpretation and operational support
• Water quality mitigation support 
• Water quality data QA/QC
• Water quality analysis & interpretation
• Data management
• Support data workflow (from field to database)
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Studies, Engineering, Earth Sciences (Biology, Geography, Geology, Forestry, Agriculture), Chemistry or Natural Resource field
• Minimum three years of experience in the field of environmental compliance or monitoring, in an industrial environment
• Specific experience in water quality and geochemistry monitoring program design and execution, assessment and data interpretation are considered an asset. 
• Working understanding of relevant federal and provincial environmental legislation, standards, and effective industry practices.
• Experience with environmental data management software (GIS/EQuIS) is considered an asset and proficient with Microsoft Office Suite®
• Experience in interpreting and applying relevant environmental and waste legislation, standards, and effective industry practices
• Experience in developing and maintaining relationships and partnerships with stakeholders (including Indigenous Governments and Organizations, industry partners, and/or federal, provincial or local governments)
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities with a proven capacity for practical problem solving.  Mechanical aptitude is considered an asset.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license, with the ability to safely operate different equipment
• Ability to work efficiently with nominal supervision and work independently in outdoor remote locations
   

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.

Join us in the Highland Valley and enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities, such as hiking, skiing, fishing, and golf! The mine site is a 50-minute drive from Kamloops, B.C. which provides all of the comforts of city living. The mine site is also close to Merritt, Ashcroft, and Logan Lake, which all exude a small-town community atmosphere.

Teck employees receive access to our total rewards program and comprehensive benefits package that promote physical, mental, financial, and emotional well-being. This includes but is not limited to: 

• Annual Performance Bonus
• Profit Share Plan
• Health Spending Account  
• Personal Spending Account
• Extended Health Care  
• Dental and Vision Care
• Employer Paid Pension Plan
• Life Insurance and Disability Coverage 
• Paid Sick Leave, Vacation and Holidays     
• Virtual Telemedicine and additional support for overall well-being
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)     

Salary Range: $91,000 - $113,000

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