Supervisor, Maintenance

Elk Valley Resources; Sparwood; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian steelmaking coal producer is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance activities and ensure safety and quality execution. The ideal candidate will demonstrate outstanding leadership and communication skills, with over 5 years' experience in facility maintenance, preferably in mining or process plants. Responsibilities include managing maintenance schedules, troubleshooting equipment failures, and enhancing contractor productivity. This role offers a competitive salary and the chance to work in the beautiful Elk Valley region of British Columbia.

Benefits

Two Annual Bonus Plans

Comprehensive Benefits Plan

Retirement Package

Health Lifestyle Account

Qualifications

• 5-7 years post-graduation experience in facility maintenance, preferably in Mining or Process Plant.
• MMP or CMRP designation would be an added advantage.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and quality execution of maintenance activities.
• Lead employees and enhance work performance through coaching.
• Direct troubleshooting of equipment failures and document repair history.
• Assist with the development of schedules and manage contractors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Multitasking

Adaptability

Education

Journey Persons Millwright/Red Seal Certificates or University degree

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: December 17, 2025

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 Superintendent, Maintenance, the Supervisor, Maintenance is responsible for ensuring safe and quality execution of plan and schedule maintenance activities in WQM operations to meet the Plant Availability, Reliability, and Integrity objectives in efficient, and cost-effective manner; thereby facilitating continuous realization of Company Annual Business Plans.

To be successful, we are looking for someone with outstanding leadership, interpersonal and communication skills, who can collaborate with stakeholders from multidisciplinary teams. This person is adaptable and take on unique challenges while travelling to and collaborating with different sites. The ability to find solutions, multitask, and prioritize contending demands in a fast‑paced environment is vital.

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

In this role you will:

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
• Lead and hold employees accountable in achieving maintenance goals and enhance contractor work performance and productivity through coaching and feedback
• Administer the collective agreement, safety and mine regulations and environmental regulations in a manner consistent with policies and procedures
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis and safety investigations as required.
• Direct the troubleshooting of equipment failures to determine root cause and initiate appropriate remedial action
• Oversee quality of routine maintenance activities and repair of equipment to improve availability and reliability for production
• Execute daily and weekly work schedules to ensure work is completed on time and on budget through usage of Short Interval Controls (SIC)
• Collect and analyze work delay codes to identify challenges to timely completion of scheduled jobs and work with available resources to reduce delays
• Assist with the development of the 13‑week schedule / and the long‑range plan by providing feedback to the Maintenance Planner
• Ensure preventative maintenance compliance and that repair history is properly documented
• Assist in sourcing and requisitioning maintenance supplies, equipment, and services within budgeted guidelines
• Work with the Superintendent, Maintenance to determine need for overtime work and contractors based on maintenance load as well as supervision of contractors as assigned
• Use Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as PM compliance, schedule compliance and break in work as tools to improve maintenance execution
• Perform other activities as assigned by Superintendent, Maintenance or his designate

Requirements:

• A Journey Persons Millwright/ Red Seal Certificates or University degree
• 5‑7 years post‑graduation experience 3 of which should have been spent in facility maintenance roles in reputable organizations preferably in Mining or Process Plant
• MMP or CMRP designation would be an added advantage
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent

$120,000 - $149,000 a 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.

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.