Role Overview

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.

Embrace Courageous Safety Leadership (CSL): At Teck, safety is a core value, central to our work culture. Through programs like CSL, we empower every employee to be a safety leader, fostering a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks. As part of our team, you'll contribute to sustaining this safety-first environment, where speaking up and driving positive change are not just encouraged but expected.

We are seeking an engaging, collaborative, and values-driven professional to join our Community and Indigenous Relations team. The Senior Coordinator, Indigenous Employment will play a key role in advancing our commitments to Indigenous Governments and Organizations by supporting Indigenous employment and retention at the Highland Valley Copper (HVC) mine site.

This position will work closely with Human Resources to ensure initiatives align with organizational policies while fostering strong, trust-based relationships with Indigenous partners. Cultural sensitivity and respect for Indigenous traditions, values, and protocols are essential to success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Be a courageous safety leader by adhering to and promoting environmental and safety standards.
• Support the compliance to HVC’s agreements with Indigenous Governments and Organizations, focusing on Indigenous hiring, training, and retention.
• Provide direct support to Indigenous employees at the mine site, assisting with addressing concerns, and connecting them to resources that promote success and well-being in their career.
• Work closely and collaboratively with the HVC Human Resources team to ensure all initiatives align with HVC and Teck’s Human Resources policies and procedures.
• Lead engagement with Indigenous Governments and Organizations on employment-related initiatives.
• Identify risks, issues, and opportunities related to Indigenous employment and develop actionable strategies that reflect both business priorities and community aspirations.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on Indigenous hiring and retention programs to drive continuous improvement.
• Support adherence to Indigenous Inclusion Plans for subcontractors associated with major projects (e.g., HVC Mine Life Extension).
• Supervise Coordinator-level staff and provide mentorship.
• Support site tours, open houses, and community events, including occasional evenings and weekends. 

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary degree in Indigenous studies, Human Resources, Social Sciences, Community Development, or Business plus 3+ years experience in community relations or human resources (preferably in Indigenous or resource sector contexts); OR
• 10 years of a combination of relevant education and directly related practical experience.
• Experience in a unionized environment is an asset.
• Strong cultural competency and understanding of Indigenous history, rights, and socio-economic contexts; knowledge of Nlaka’pamux culture and protocols is an asset.
• Demonstrated skills in negotiation, conflict resolution, and consensus-building processes. 
• Ability to build and maintain trust-based relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and active listening skills.
• Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization abilities.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint, with a proven capacity to quickly adopt new technologies and proprietary platforms, including tools for reporting and engagement analytics.
• Adaptable, self-motivated, and capable of working independently and collaboratively.
• Capable of maintaining strict confidentiality in alignment with Teck’s Code of Ethics.
• Experience in the mining industry is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license

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.

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)