Skeena Gold + Silver is a Canadian mining company with a portfolio of exploration and development projects located in northwest British Columbia, Canada. Our current focus is on the revitalization of the high-grade, past-producing Eskay Creek gold-silver mine. Skeena is committed to leading the industry in reconciliation, diversity, and inclusion and we work in close collaboration with our Indigenous partners, leveraging their traditional knowledge and respect for the land.
As a Skeena employee, you will become part of a dynamic, innovative, and results-driven work environment. Together, alongside colleagues of diverse backgrounds and experience you will help us operate safely, protect the environment, positively contribute to our local communities and build a state of the art mine in Canada. Come join our team to be a part of this amazing opportunity!
Job Title: Fixed Plant Reliability Engineer
Reporting directly to the Mill Manager, the Fixed Plant Reliability Engineer is responsible for leading the development of maintenance strategy and continual improvement. You’ll be part of a high-performing team where your ideas matter, your skills grow, and your work shapes the future of Eskay Creek.
Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
Maintenance Readiness:
Lead a Reliability, Availability and Maintainability study prior to mill commissioning
Identify and ensure acquisition of critical spare parts
Define critical risk registry
Execute projects aimed at improving mill availability during ramp-up
Ownership of the fixed plant asset management program
Continual Improvement:
Development and ownership of improvement pipeline for performance and asset management
Engineer out areas of poor performance in equipment and safety by identifying and completing initiatives which deliver measurable value
Investigate equipment failures through a structured RCA process and identify, implement and action solutions
Provide direction and guidance on relevant mechanical equipment standards
Identify repeat failure modes and develop permanent corrective actions
Additional Responsibilities:
All other duties as reasonably assigned
The Ideal Candidate
Education / Qualifications:
Bachelor of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering or in a related discipline is preferred
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in British Columbia or eligibility for registration with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC)
Equivalent experience working in reliability and condition based maintenance would be accepted
Experience / Skills
Experience working through mechanical issues during commissioning would be an asset
Experience working in diverse teams in challenging conditions.
Has consistently demonstrated strong leadership skills
Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly, listen actively, and collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
Ability to work cooperatively, support colleagues, and contribute to a positive, inclusive work environment
Adaptable and able to respond to changing conditions, learn quickly, and solve problems effectively.
Commitment to safe work practices, personal accountability, and respect for the well-being of others.
Work Location & Conditions
This is a site-based camp job at Eskay Creek Mine site. This position involves working at a remote mine site on a 15 days on/13 days off rotation.
The Eskay Creek Revitalization Project is located within the Coast Mountains of Northwestern British Columbia and Tahltan Territory. Ground transportation will be provided from local communities to the Eskay Creek Site facilities. For those applicants located elsewhere in western Canada, flight transportation from major urban centers will be provided to the Terrace or Smithers airports, from which shuttles will provide transportation to the Eskay Creek Camp facilities. Travel time and expenses are subject to Skeena’s Travel Policy.
There will be exposure to extreme temperatures in all seasons including working outdoors in snow, mud, ice, and water conditions, walking to and from different locations on uneven ground, prolonged periods of standing and physically handling/lifting/moving heavy objects.
Compensation
The expected salary range for this position is CAD 130,000-150,000, in line with the competitive job market for such roles carried out in British Columbia. Salary ranges are guidelines and any job offer received by a candidate will be determined on a number of factors such as relevant education, training, and/or experience.
All Applicants MUST be legally entitled to work in Canada. Priority hiring consideration will be given to Indigenous Nations members who reside within the territories our projects are located
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
Skeena is a Canadian mining exploration and development company focused on revitalizing the Eskay Creek and Snip Projects, two past-producing mines located in Tahltan Territory in the Golden Triangle of British Columbia, Canada.
The Company released a Definitive Feasibility Study for Eskay Creek in November 2023 which highlights an after-tax NPV5% of C$2.0B, 43% IRR, and a 1.2-year payback at US$1,800/oz Au and US$23/oz Ag.
