Senior Lead, Maintenance

Elk Valley Resources; Elkford; On-site; CAD 123,000 - 152,000; 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 is seeking a Senior Lead, Maintenance to strengthen maintenance performance and support frontline leadership in the Elk Valley operation. This role demands a strong, visible leader with excellent communication who can build trusted relationships and apply a structured, data-informed approach to execution.

You will drive reliability improvements, lead maintenance projects, plan readiness and scheduling, and mentor supervisors to build a high-performing team in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in a technical field with a valid trade certification.
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience in a maintenance environment.
• Proven leadership with focus on people development and team performance.
• Strong understanding of maintenance execution, planning, and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Participate in health and safety programs and policies.
• Maintain a visible field presence to support safe work and reinforce expectations.
• Drive improvements in reliability and performance through disciplined execution.
• Manage maintenance project execution and ensure planning quality.
• Support work management processes including planning readiness and scheduling alignment.
• Lead prioritization of work including emergent tasks to protect production.
• Collaborate with Operations, Planning, Scheduling, Supply Chain and Environmental teams.
• Coordinate between maintenance areas and site departments.
• Monitor maintenance performance and use data to identify improvements.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability and efficiency.
• Identify recurring equipment issues and support root cause investigations.
• Provide recommendations for major equipment outages and long-term performance.
• Mentor and coach supervisors and support development planning.
• Foster a high-performing, accountable team environment.
• Ensure compliance with site procedures, standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance planning

Team development

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Technical degree or diploma + trade certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Maintenance systems

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: August 20, 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 Maintenance Superintedent, the Senior Lead, Maintenance is responsible for strengthening maintenance performance, supporting frontline leadership, and driving continuous improvement across the operation.

The successful candidate is a strong, visible leader with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building trusted relationships across teams. You bring a structured approach to execution, a passion for developing people, and the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

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 a visible field presence to support safe, effective work execution and reinforce expectations with frontline crews
• Drive improvements in equipment reliability, availability, and overall performance through disciplined execution and defect elimination
• Manage maintenance project execution, ensuring planning quality and adherence to maintenance standards and best practices
• Support effective work management processes, including planning readiness, scheduling alignment, and execution quality
• Provide leadership in prioritizing work, including emergent (break-in) work, ensuring alignment with operational risk and production impact
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Planning, Scheduling, Supply Chain, and Environmental teams to ensure alignment on priorities and execution readiness
• Act as a central coordination point between maintenance areas and site departments
• Monitor maintenance performance and trends; use data and frontline feedback to identify improvement opportunities and implement sustainable solutions
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability, and workflow efficiency
• Identify recurring equipment issues and support root cause investigations and corrective actions
• Provide recommendations for major equipment outages, servicing, and long-term equipment performance
• Mentor and coach supervisors; support development planning, capability building, and succession readiness
• Foster a high-performing, engaged team environment built on accountability, trust, and collaboration
• Ensure compliance with site procedures, standards, and regulatory requirements

Requirements:

• Degree or diploma in a relevant technical field, combined with a valid trade certification, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience, preferably in a mobile equipment maintenance environment
• Demonstrated leadership capability with a strong focus on people development and team performance
• Strong understanding of maintenance execution, planning, and scheduling practices
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, operational environment
• Experience working cross-functionally with operations and support teams
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data for decision-making
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite®; experience with maintenance systems is an asset
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License or equivalent

Salary range : 123,000 - 152,000 CAD/ year

The actual base salary offered is determined 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 viewhere.

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.