Lead, Resilience Planning

Teck Resources; Calgary; On-site; CAD 117,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Resiliency Planning Lead to enhance their IT disaster recovery efforts. This pivotal role involves coordinating disaster recovery plans, collaborating with IT departments, and ensuring business continuity across the organization. The ideal candidate will bring over a decade of experience in business continuity planning and disaster recovery, along with a strong commitment to operational resilience. Join a company that values inclusivity and offers a dynamic work environment, where your expertise will contribute to safeguarding vital operations and driving continuous improvement. This is not just a job; it's a career adventure filled with opportunities for growth and learning.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Total Rewards Program

Opportunities for Learning and Growth

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in business continuity planning and disaster recovery.
• Certification in business continuity management is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate IT disaster recovery plans and exercises.
• Collaborate with IT departments to integrate continuity requirements.
• Manage regular testing and simulations of IT DRPs.

Skills

Business Continuity Planning

Disaster Recovery

Risk Management

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Crisis Management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Technology, Business Administration, Finance, Risk Management, or Emergency Management

Tools

Business Continuity Software

Job description

Closing Date: February 28, 2025

Position Status: Vacant

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.

Reporting to the Manager, Digital Risk Practice and Resilience, the Resiliency Planning Lead is responsible for coordinating the execution of Teck’s IT disaster recovery plans and exercises to ensure assets and operations affected by disruptions are restored in a timely manner. This role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments to improve the organization's resilience while ensuring business continuity.

Responsibilities

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures.
• Champion the 3 lines of defense model for risk management and act as a 2nd line of defense facilitator.
• Chair and build a network of champions to communicate enterprise continuity standards, set goals and objectives, and identify measures for implementation.
• Collaborate with IT department heads to understand their specific continuity requirements and oversee their integration into relevant IT DRPs.
• Coordinate and manage regular testing and simulations of IT DRPs to ensure their efficiency and support continuous improvement.
• Assist in training and awareness programs for employees on IT DR procedures and best practices.
• Assist in the evaluation and selection of third-party vendors and partners to ensure they meet business continuity requirements.
• Own and drive a master schedule for IT DR exercises across the organization.
• Participate in post-incident reviews and recommend improvements to improve future response and restoration efforts.
• Build a centralized registry of findings to monitor action plans and close findings.
• Be a subject matter expert for continuity advisory and mentorship.
• Monitor industry trends and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance in business continuity management and disaster recovery planning.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience in Technology, Business Administration, Finance, Risk Management, Emergency Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of proven experience in business continuity planning, disaster recovery, or related.
• Certification in business continuity management (e.g., AMBCI, MBCI, CBCP, MBCP, ISO 22301) is required.
• Strong knowledge of business impact analysis, risk assessment, and continuity planning methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong project management skills to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to ensuring operational resilience.
• Proficiency in using business continuity software and tools.
• Experience in crisis management and incident response planning is a plus.
• The desire to keep Teck safe by anticipating company needs.

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.

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

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

About Teck

At Teck, we value diversity. Our teams work collaboratively and respect each person’s unique perspective and contribution.

Learn more about Teck at www.teck.com or follow @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.