Lead, Sustainability Compliance

Teck Resources; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Canadian resource company committed to sustainability and responsible mining. As a Lead, Sustainability Compliance, you will guide compliance strategies, manage sustainability assurance programs, and collaborate with diverse teams to enhance ESG performance. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence sustainable practices across global operations while enjoying a rewarding career with comprehensive benefits. Embrace a fulfilling journey in a culture that values inclusivity and personal growth, making a positive impact on communities and the environment.

Benefits

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

Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in audits and project oversight.
• Lead auditor competency required with knowledge of mining standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee sustainability compliance programs and manage compliance obligations.
• Develop tools for identifying HSEC compliance obligations.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Digital Literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sustainability or Environmental Science

Master's degree (asset)

Tools

Electronic Database Management

Job description

Closing Date: June 6, 2025

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.

Teck's two regional business units, North America and Latin America, oversee Teck's assets through all phases of safe, sustainable development, operation and closure. The business units are supported by enterprise-wide functions that set strategic direction, establish standards and provide governance, as well as supporting the business through shared services, centres of excellence and business partnering.

Reporting to the Director, Sustainability Assurance and Management Systems, the Lead, Sustainability Compliance is responsible for guiding Teck's sustainability compliance strategy. This outstanding individual will support the sustainability assurance program, ensuring adherence to compliance obligations and voluntary responsible mining standards. This qualified lead auditor must have a detailed understanding of responsible production standards in the extractives industry with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. This will be crucial to effectively build productive and collaborative relationships across Teck with team members, site practitioners and functional teams. Strong organization, prioritization and project management skills are also a must.

The position is global in scope covering all geographic areas in which Teck is active! As a result, the position will require up to 15% international travel to various Teck site locations. The role will work closely with the Manager, Management Systems and Integration, Manager Sustainability Assurance and Teck personnel at the enterprise and regional functions. Implementation of the compliance strategy and external sustainability assurance will continue to support performance improvement, reduced risk exposure and legal and financial liability.

This individual will collaborate closely with diverse teams and external consultants to effectively drive the compliance strategy and sustainability assurance program. While the role does not include direct reports, it requires strong leadership and coordination skills to ensure seamless teamwork and successful implementation. The role will also be responsible for the development and capacity building of skills in Teck to support the compliance strategy.

Don't miss out on this outstanding opportunity to be part of one of Canada's leading mining companies and join our team!

Responsibilities

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
• Oversee the curation and management of Sustainability compliance programs for Teck. In doing so, partner and lead teams at sites to ensure compliance obligations, registers and responsible mining standards are adhered to and promote standard practices in ESG performance
• Manage the compliance working group to establish processes for compiling compliance obligation registers with practical requirements for operational implementation to mature compliance (specifically the 1st line defence)
• Identify all compliance obligations for Health, Safety, environmental and Community (HSEC) for all jurisdictions in which Teck operates
• Screen and track applicable compliance obligations per site from the Teck compliance obligations register. Develop this for each site under the management control of Teck
• Develop practicable tasks per compliance obligation to support sites in implementation of the 1st Line of defence for compliance
• Liaise with sites to determine site specific permits and licenses and input into compliance obligations register
• Develop and maintain the tools for identifying and maintaining HSEC compliance obligations for Teck sites
• Work with the HSEC platform owner towards including compliance obligations into compliance library
• Partner with diverse functions to determine 1st Line activities required for meeting objectives
• Build knowledge base and capacity in Teck for compliance strategy and partner with sites to build compliance maturity
• Lead all aspects of consultants as and when required during implementation
• Develop internal and external materials required for external assurance for membership and voluntary responsible mining standards requirements, public disclosures for external assurance activities, and performance opportunities and status for senior management
• Support external assurance process interviews and on-site activities
• Coordinate and input material for external assurance into assurance tool ensuring responsible mining standards are met
• Lead requests from external assurance provider on external assurance processes
• Lead improvement opportunities identified during external assurance process and conduct quarterly reviews with sites on progress
• Lead the close out of improvement opportunities within the 24-month period required by responsible mining standards
• Collaborate to include outcomes of external assurance into the annual management review of the sustainability management system

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in sustainability, environmental science, engineering, or in a related field required. A master's degree is an asset
• Minimum eight years of experience conducting audits and overseeing projects, demonstrating strong analytical and leadership skills
• Lead auditor competency or equivalent experience is required
• Familiarity with the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance Standard and a strong technical understanding of risk management and sustainability risks associated with the mining industry is required
• Practical experience in the application of regulatory requirements in the extractive industry with working knowledge of the Acts, Regulations, Permits and Licenses in the jurisdictions where the company operates
• Strong digital literacy skills including electronic database management knowledge required
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to exert influence is required
• Demonstrated teammate that is process-focused and oriented by results
• Ability to travel internationally up to 15% and work at high altitudes

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:

• 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
• Virtual Telemedicine and additional support for overall well-being
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Salary Range: $105,000 - $130,000

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

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.Our commitment to our people is why Teck has been named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for seven consecutive years, listed as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People and named to the 2024 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index.The pursuit of sustainability guides Teck's approach to business and we are proud to be recognized as one of the 2024 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations by Corporate Knights.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 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.