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.

Embrace Courageous Safety Leadership (CSL): At Teck, safety is a core value, central to our work culture. Through programs like CSL, we empower every employee to be a safety leader, fostering a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks. As part of our team, you'll contribute to sustaining this safety-first environment, where speaking up and driving positive change are not just encouraged but expected.

Reporting to the Superintendent Geotechnical, the Senior Engineer, Tailings Planning & Projects, is responsible for life of asset and mid-range tailings construction planning and projects for the Highland tailings storage facility at Highland Valley Copper, the largest Canadian open pit copper mine. This key role will liaise closely with the Engineer of Record team and other key internal and external stakeholders and consultants to drive successful construction of one of North America’s largest cyclone sand dams.

To be successful, we are looking for a motivated self-started with excellent interpersonal skills and proven experience in overseeing and coordinating multiple internal resources and external contractors in high functioning, collaborative project teams. The candidate must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and be able to develop and communicate practical recommendations to mine management, engineers and operations or construction personnel. Demonstrated experience with project management and training in mine planning or construction planning is required; exposure to specific tailings planning experience or operations will be considered an asset. The ability to work well in a team environment, manage consultants, and oversee project schedules and budgets is integral to the role. 

You will have the opportunity to contribute to a range of engineering design, management and projects in a world-class operation. There will be abundant opportunities to grow your knowledge base, apply your site-based technical skills and to participate in periodic Tailings Review Board meetings. Both field and office work will be required as part of the role.