Supervisor, Environmental Systems

Summary

Location: Sparwood, Calgary or Vancouver

Reporting to the Manager, Engineering Systems, this position will lead and supervise a dedicated team of specialists who deliver and sustain a technology portfolio that supports the Environmental domain across Teck’s operations. This role provides technical leadership for projects in the $100K to $10M range, with an annual value of business impacted by these projects exceeding $25M. 

The incumbent is responsible for team member engagement and product road-mapping in order to establish the prioritization and strategy for sustainment and project delivery within a portfolio of Environmental technologies across Teck operations globally. Technologies may involve ground and surface water monitoring systems (data acquisition and sensing), tailings monitoring solutions, gas / particulate monitoring, or a multitude of other technology enabled business solutions. 

The Environmental Systems team handles a portfolio of business-critical systems used to optimize the environmental sustainability of Teck’s mining operations. The successful candidate will collaborate with innovative software, hardware, and service suppliers to develop, deliver and maintain these systems. 

Lead a team developing and sustaining the technologies required to ensure the wellbeing of the people, communities, and environments we are entrusted with. We are seeking an individual with outstanding interpersonal skills, able to connect with people of a diverse set of backgrounds and with excellent communication skills. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to be part of one of Canada's Top 100 Employers and join our team!

We are specifically seeking an individual with strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. The successful candidate must posses strong critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making abilities, and must excel in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. 

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to be part of one of Canada's leading mining companies and join our team!

Responsibilities

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and sustainability policies and procedures. 
• Supervise a specialist technology team including performance management, mentoring and coaching. 
• Lead development and sustainable delivery of a sophisticated portfolio of integrated off-the-shelf and custom developed technology projects across Teck operations globally. 
• Handle project budgets and forecasts including allocation of resources between projects within the portfolio. 
• Lead development of technology strategy and roadmap development within assigned business and technology domains through a product lens.
• Foster relationships across all Teck operations and corporate offices using contacts to facilitate alignment of project objectives with Technical strategy and overall objectives. 
• Continuously improve delivery efficiency and effectiveness via continuous monitoring of core metrics, KPIs, and other critical success factors. 
• Apply organizational change management and management of change techniques to improve adoption of new technologies while minimizing the risks created by change to industrial environments. 
• Support purchasing teams in negotiating for products and services. 
• Proactively manage risks and resolve problems. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or post-graduate degree in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent -OR- Bachelors in Environmental Sciences / related with a career focus on environmental technology. 
• Minimum of 7 years of progressively senior level experience delivering and supporting technology, ideally within industrial organizations. 
• Deep understanding of environmental business processes and associated technologies. 
• Working understanding of systems architecture, design thinking, systems integration, cyber-security, IoT technologies and industrial control systems. 
• Able to work comfortably with a high degree of autonomy in an environment of fast-paced change and ambiguity. 
• Demonstrated leader who empowers, coaches, and mentors employees. 
• Outstanding program and project management skills and solid understanding of business analysis techniques. 
• Strong dedication to customer satisfaction and the ability to maintain lasting relationships with business partners and strategic suppliers. 
• Strong analytical capabilities and problem-solving abilities. 
• Excellent communication, influencing and negotiating skills. 
• Ability to work strategically and collaboratively across departments. 
• Outstanding managerial and interpersonal skills. 
• Proficiency in English and Spanish would be 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.

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: $115,000 - $142,000

The actual base salary 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. Qualified applicants interested in joining dynamic team are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter electronically. 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.

Teck is a diversified resource company committed to responsible mining and mineral development with major business units focused on copper, steelmaking coal and zinc, as well as investments in energy assets. Teck has been named one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for the six consecutive years. Teck has also been named to the Forbes list of the World’s Best Employers for the past two years and is one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People. 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