Senior Planner, Metallurgy

Closing Date: March 5, 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.

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

Reporting to the Senior Engineer Supervisor the Senior Planner, Metallurgy is responsible for optimizing Mill operations to maximize copper and molybdenum production by coordinating across Mine Planning, Mill Maintenance, Mill Processing, Water and Tailings departments.

To be successful we require someone with strong interpersonal and communication skills, who can influence a team; someone with outstanding organizational, planning and resourcing skills, who is detail oriented and able to prioritize contending demands in a fast paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
• Collaborate with Integrated Planning and Production to align Mine Planning, Mill Maintenance, Mill Processing, Tailings, and Water departments for optimal value chain efficiency.
• Understand operational constraints and align on maintenance shutdown strategies to optimize planning and maximize Copper and Moly production.
• Support the Variance Response to Plan process within Integrated Production/Planning.
• Create and present the processing portion of the 7+35 plan, ensuring alignment with overall value chain priorities. This includes:
  • Key processing priorities for the upcoming week.
  • Ore blend plan and pile strategy.
  • Operational guidance for Crushing, Grinding, Bulk & Moly Flotation, Leach Plant, Dewatering, and Sand Production.
  • Concentrate inventory management plan
• Drive continuous improvement in integrated planning and production processes
• Provide forecasts for Copper and Moly concentrate production quality
• Assist with forecasting and budgeting processes

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in metallurgical engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience
• Self-motivated team player with the ability to mentor and motivate;
• Must be eligible for Professional Engineer membership in the Association of Professional Engineers and Geo-Scientists of the Province of British Columbia (APEGBC);
• Must have a valid driver's license (BC 7N or equivalent).

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
• Telemedicine through Maple Virtual Care
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Salary Range: $117,000 - $144,000

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