Lead, Resilience Planning

Teck Resources Limited; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Resiliency Planning Lead to enhance business continuity and disaster recovery efforts. This role is pivotal in coordinating IT disaster recovery plans, ensuring that operations are restored efficiently after disruptions. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in business continuity planning, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments. Join a company that values inclusivity and offers a dynamic career path with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Be part of a team dedicated to safeguarding operations and driving resilience in a rapidly evolving environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Total Rewards Program

Opportunities for Professional Growth

Inclusive Work Culture

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Coordinate IT disaster recovery plans and exercises for timely restoration.
• Collaborate with IT departments to integrate continuity requirements.

Skills

Business Continuity Planning

Disaster Recovery

Risk Management

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Technology or Business

Post Graduate Degree (Asset)

Tools

Business Continuity Software

Job description

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. Working as part of the Cybersecurity team, this role requires strong attention to detail, alongside the ability to work collaboratively with various departments to improve the organization's resilience while ensuring business continuity. We are seeking a skilled and proactive individual to join our team and play a crucial role in safeguarding our business operations.

Responsibilities

1. Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures.
2. Champion the 3 lines of defense model for risk management and act as a 2nd line of defense facilitator regularly interacting with the 1st line of defense.
3. Chair and build a network of champions to communicate enterprise continuity standards, set goals and objectives, and identify measures for implementation.
4. Collaborate with IT department heads to understand their specific continuity requirements and oversee their integration into relevant IT DRPs – all aligning to the overall Business Continuity Plan.
5. Coordinate and manage regular testing and simulations of IT DRPs to ensure their efficiency and support continuous improvement.
6. Assist in training and awareness programs for employees on IT DR procedures and best practices.
7. Assist in the evaluation and selection of third-party vendors and partners to ensure they meet business continuity requirements.
8. Own and drive a master schedule for IT DR exercises across the organization.
9. Participate in post-incident reviews and recommend improvements to improve future response and restoration efforts.
10. Build a centralized registry of findings to enter findings, identify and prioritize actions, monitor action plans, and close findings.
11. Be a subject matter expert that the champions can go to for continuity advisory and mentorship.
12. Monitor industry trends and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance and standard processes in business continuity management and disaster recovery planning.

Qualifications

1. Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience in Technology, Business Administration, Finance, Risk Management, Emergency Management, or a related field.
2. A post graduate degree or equivalent experience is an asset.
3. 10+ years of proven experience in business continuity planning, disaster recovery, or related.
4. Certification in business continuity management (e.g., AMBCI, MBCI, CBCP, MBCP, ISO 22301) is required.
5. Strong knowledge of business impact analysis, risk assessment, and continuity planning methodologies.
6. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
7. Strong project management skills to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
8. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
9. Attention to detail and a commitment to ensuring operational resilience.
10. Proficiency in using business continuity software and tools.
11. Experience in crisis management and incident response planning is a plus.
12. You live the Teck values in your daily activities by being responsible and courageous, respectful and inclusive, and humble and driven.
13. Knowledge towards increasing maturity by building on context.
14. The desire to keep Teck safe by anticipating company needs.
15. The capacity to manage risk while assessing trade-offs.
16. Ability to standardize processes through writing and reviewing.

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.

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.

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.