Superintendent, Utilities

Closing: April 30, 2025
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.

Teck is looking for an experienced Superintendent, Utilities to join our team at our Trail Operations, one of the world's largest fully integrated zinc and lead smelting and refining complexes. Reporting to the Business Area Manager, Maintenance Support, the Superintendent, Utilities manages the Trail Operations utilities infrastructure to the point of Business Area utilization. Duties include operation, administration and maintenance of power distribution, water systems, natural gas distribution, nitrogen/oxygen distribution, steam distribution, sewer systems, and elevators. Specific duties also include the administration of the operation associated with power transmission assets. The incumbent holds the Elevator License providing support and leadership to Trail Operations in complying with the B.C. Safety Standards Act.

This role is based in the welcoming community of Trail, situated in the beautiful West Kootenay region of southeastern British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips! Whether it’s biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone.

Responsibilities:

1. Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures.
2. Ensure utility assets are efficiently installed, maintained, and operated in accordance with all applicable regulatory requirements and Teck Trail Operations standards/needs by effectively coordinating, planning, scheduling, and directing trades personnel, Group Leaders, contractors, consultants, suppliers, and equipment.
3. Effectively communicate with all Trail Operation business units and stakeholders regarding relevant issues with respect to the Trail Operations utility assets.
4. Develop and implement policy and procedures with respect to utility assets, including the administration of overhead power line and excavation procedures.
5. Maintain business relationships with regulators, gas utility, power utility, phone utility, and local municipalities.
6. Ensure all utility work is authorized and prioritized to meet Trail Operations business needs.
7. Continuously improve utility asset availability and reliability through application of loss control principles.
8. Control costs by preparing and managing the utility budget.
9. Maintain asset information including underground utility drawings.
10. Maintain and communicate to Trail Operation business units, information regarding asset ownership boundaries and responsibilities.
11. Ensure the utility assets meet the long-term objectives of Trail Operations by maintaining long term (typically 5 year) asset plans.
12. Participate in assessing area requirements and in evaluating staff, tradespeople and apprentices.
13. Use performance management principles to optimize performance of personnel.
14. Monitor and analyze advancements in the incumbent's area of expertise, assessing their impact on Trail Operations.

Qualifications:

1. Minimum 8 years experience in operations (refining, smelting, processing) is required.
2. Red Seal certification, bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent is required.
3. Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience required.
4. Advanced knowledge of Teck’s Reliability and Maintenance manual with the demonstrated ability to understand fundamental concepts.
5. Working knowledge of JDE & material procurement systems.
6. Ability to provide leadership to a diverse team including union members.
7. Ability to strategically plan long term trade resource planning requirements aligned to the external change in technology.
8. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the demonstrated ability to influence others, build relationships and work with cross-functional teams.
9. Strong problem solving, organizational, prioritization and interpersonal skills.

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:

1. Annual Performance Bonus
2. Profit Share Plan
3. Health Spending Account
4. Personal Spending Account
5. Extended Health Care
6. Dental and Vision Care
7. Employer Paid Pension Plan
8. Life Insurance and Disability Coverage
9. Paid Sick Leave, Vacation and Holidays
10. Virtual Telemedicine and additional support for overall well-being
11. Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Salary Range: $135,000 - $167,000
The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

Please note this role does require the successful candidate to live within 100KM of Trail, British Columbia. Relocation assistance will be offered however there is no camp or company housing.

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.

Teck has been named one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and is one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

The pursuit of sustainability guides Teck's approach to business. Teck has been recognized as one of the Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations by Corporate Knights and is ranked #1 in the Metals and Mining industry on the S&P Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI).

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 teck or 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.