January 2027 Coal and Coke Quality Co-op (Engineering/Geology)

Elk Valley Resources; Sparwood; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel assistance for co-op

Co-op fees support

Mentorship by senior specialists

Hands-on mining experience

Job summary

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) is offering a co-op position in the Technical Marketing team based in British Columbia. You will contribute to ensuring coal and coke quality on spec for EVR customers and collaborate with mine planning, operations, processing, logistics and marketing to understand current and future coal quality.

The role emphasizes data analysis (Power BI), lab audits, and presenting quality performance to site teams.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Geology, Chemical or Process Engineering.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License or equivalent without learner's restrictions.
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment across multi-disciplinary technical teams.
• Good troubleshooting, critical thinking and decision‑making abilities.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies.
• Data interrogation of weekly quality performance using platforms such as Power BI.
• Coal aging study.
• Large diameter bulk sampling drilling planning and execution.
• Present at weekly meetings with mine site teams on quality performance.
• Compile and deliver monthly quality performance of operations to technical marketing team.
• Participate in lab audits.
• Create and evaluate innovative ideas and technologies to improve the way we do business.

Skills

Power BI

Project management

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Undergraduate degree in Geology/Engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

Start Date: January 2027

Duration: 8 to 12 months

What we offer:

At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.

EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.

We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.

We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of 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! Come experience what work life balance is all about!

The Technical Marketing team is a small technical group consisting of both engineers and geologists who are responsible for ensuring coal and coke quality is on spec for all EVR customers. The team collaborates with mine planning, operations, processing, logistics and marketing to ensure that both current and future state coal and coke quality is understood. Technical marketing is also responsible for bulk testing of coal, and developing all EVR product specifications for delivery to the markets. The Technical Marketing team represents EVR with global coal standard committees such as CISERA, ASTM and ISO. The team also conducts all research studies within EVR on the impact of external factors such as weathering or chemical addition, on coal and coke quality.

In this role, you will:

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
• Data interrogation of weekly quality performance using multiple platforms, such as Power BI
• Coal aging study
• Large diameter bulk sampling drilling planning and execution
• Present at weekly meetings with mine site teams on quality performance
• Compile and deliver monthly quality performance of operations to technical marketing team
• Participate in lab audits
• Create and evaluate innovative ideas and technologies to help improve the way we do business

Requirements

• Working towards an Undergraduate degree in Geology, Chemical or Process Engineering
• A valid Class 5 Driver's License or extra-provincial equivalent, without learner's restrictions
• Motivated self-starters with the ability to manage several projects simultaneously
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with a capability to communicate and present complex ideas and technical information to all levels
• Motivated self-starters with the ability to manage several projects simultaneously
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and to build relationships across multi-disciplinary technical teams
• Good trouble shooting, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities
• Strong computer skills, particularly with the Microsoft Office Suite® package: Excel, Word, and Outlook

Benefits

• Receive financial assistance for travel expenses and co-op fees
• Acquire hands‑on experience applying academic knowledge to real‑world mining operations, fostering the development of technical skills
• Benefit from mentorship and guidance offered by seasoned specialists in their respective fields
• Gain a competitive edge, securing primary consideration for professional positions upon graduation

Salary: $4,867 - $6,167 CAD/month

Salary is commensurate with the number of academic semesters and prior co-op experiences completed.

As part of our recruitment process, EVR uses AI tools to assist with reviewing and summarizing candidate information. Personal information provided in your application and interview may be processed by these tools. Your information will be handled in accordance with EVR’s Recruitment Privacy Policy, which you can view here.

About EVR

EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high‑quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.

As part of our recruitment process, EVR uses AI tools to assist with reviewing and summarizing candidate information. Personal information provided in your application and interview may be processed by these tools. Your information will be handled in accordance with EVR’s Recruitment Privacy Policy, which you can view at jobs.evr.com/privacy-policy .