Planner, Maintenance

XPS Materials Group; Area A (Upper Flathead/Elk Valley); On-site; CAD 123,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two Annual Bonus Plans

Comprehensive Benefits Plan

Retirement Package

Health Lifestyle Account

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) in British Columbia is seeking a Maintenance Planner to deliver detailed work plans aligned with maintenance strategies for our mobile fleet across multiple operations.

You will collaborate with operations and site teams to ensure safe, reliable performance of Komatsu, CAT and other OEM equipment, while contributing to cost forecasting and budgeting initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in mobile maintenance environments is a must.
• Journeyperson ticket or degree/diploma in a related field, or combination of education and mining/heavy industry experience.
• Familiarity with CMMS and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies.
• Maintain job plans, task lists, work packages and maintenance strategies in the CMMS.
• Manage work backlogs for accuracy, including parts, labour, permits, drawings, and tools.
• Maintain accurate forecast aligned with maintenance strategies.
• Assist with monthly cost forecasting, annual budgeting, and cost analysis.
• Collaborate with maintainers to build or improve detailed work packages.
• Track and report KPIs and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Commission and decommission equipment and manage maintenance programs.

Skills

Mobile maintenance experience

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Journeyperson ticket / Degree / Diploma in related field

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)

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.

Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.

Application Deadline: Nov 2, 2026

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.

About the role:

Reporting to the Supervisor, Maintenance Planning, the Planner, Maintenance is responsible for providing detailed work plans in line with maintenance strategies and mine requirements that improve the efficiency and performance of the Maintenance Department.

To be successful, we are looking for someone with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills. You would be self-motivated and can collaborate well with a team. The ability to multitask, prioritize contending demands and remain flexible and organized in a fast-paced environment is vital for success.

With opportunities available across multiple EVR operations, this role offers the chance to work as part of an experienced mobile maintenance team on a dedicated fleet of equipment, including Komatsu, CAT and other leading OEMs.

You'll work with a combination of well-established and evolving maintenance practices, modern equipment, and collaborate closely with operations and other site teams to support the safe and reliable performance of our mobile fleet.

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! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!

Benefits:

• Two Annual Bonus Plans


• Comprehensive Benefits Plan


• Retirement Package


• Health Lifestyle Account


• Relocation Assistance

In this role you will:

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies


• Maintain job plans, task lists, work packages and maintenance strategies in the CMMS


• Manage work backlogs for accuracy, while considering requirements related to parts, labour, permits, drawings, facilities, support equipment, special equipment, tooling, and instructions


• Maintain an accurate forecast that adheres to established maintenance strategies


• Assist with monthly cost forecasting, annual budgeting, and cost analysis


• Work regularly with maintainers to build or improve detailed work packages


• Track and report Key Performance Indicators, bringing forward continuous improvement opportunities


• Commission and decommission equipment and manage their maintenance programs

Requirements:

• Journeyperson's ticket, Degree, or Diploma in a related subject area, or a combination of relevant education and experience in mining or heavy industry


• Experience in a mobile maintenance environment is a Must


• Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite®, especially Outlook, Word, and Excel


• Familiarity with the maintenance processes and other system software is an asse


• Valid Class 5 Driver's License or equivalent

Salary: $123,000 - $145,000 / year

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

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.

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.