Mill Maintenance Supervisor

Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Workplace Type: On-site

About Red Dog

Red Dog Operations is both the largest critical minerals mine in the United States and one of the largest zinc mines in the world. In 1982, Red Dog was developed through a partnership between Teck and the land-owner NANA, an Alaska Native corporation owned by the Iñupiat of northwest Alaska. The partnership between Teck and NANA ensures real benefits for the local Iñupiat community, while recognizing there is still more to do as we advance our commitment to sustainable practices and meaningful engagement.

About the role

Reporting to the General Supervisor Mill Maintenance, the Maintenance Supervisor is accountable for planning, scheduling and coordinating maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
• Through effective communication with crew members identify potential safety issues, and personally follow through with corrective action in a timely manner and communicate progress to crew members. This includes timely follow up with safety meeting minutes and Supervisor Incident Reports (SIR’s)
• Minimize disruptions to operations by responding quickly with available manpower and equipment
• Set and monitor performance targets
• Assist in the development of NANA shareholders and the administration of the Apprenticeship Program by taking a personal interest in mentorship
• Administer company policy, be involved in employee selection, promotions, and discharge
• Provide input to the operating budget and participate in the cost and variance
• Effective communication with the crew and other management staff is of paramount importance, and it is the sole responsibility of the Supervisor to ensure the feedback to employees is effective
• The incumbent is a part of a maintenance team and cannot work in isolation from other groups, and will continually strive to maximize the effectiveness of the organization
• May be required to fill in at other positions as required
• Is aware of the “whistle blower policy” and has signed off on and will adhere to the “company’s code of ethics”
• Support and initiation of continuous improvement initiatives, incident investigations, RCA’s and 5 Why Reviews
• A high degree of focus is required with regards to clean up and site improvements in the incumbent’s area of responsibility
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Millwright with a minimum seven (7) years’ experience in a heavy industrial environment
• One (1) year of lead-hand Supervisory experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly spreadsheet, word processing and presentation applications
• Effectively communicate with the crew and all levels of management and ensure continual feedback
• A team player, working closely with both operating and other maintenance staff and will continually strive to maximize the effectiveness of the organization
• Ensure ongoing development of all employees with a high focus on the apprenticeship program
• Have a working knowledge of MSHA Standards
• Excellent problem-solving skills and decision-making abilities
• Proven and exemplary leadership skills

Schedule

Three-weeks on / three-weeks off rotational schedule to support a healthy work-life balance.

Working Conditions

• Access: Fly in, fly out
• Accommodation: Modern facilities, including dedicated spaces for group and individual physical activities, weights, cardio equipment, movie rooms, theme nights, and modern accommodation complexes. All meals are provided.
• Culture: Drug and alcohol-free workplace; drug test included as part of the hiring process.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• Paid sick leave and vacation days
• 401k plan

Why Teck

At Teck, your work matters — to the world, to our communities and to your future. As a leading Canadian resource company, we focus on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We do this guided by our values that, together, form The Teck Way. At Teck, you’ll find purpose-driven work, a culture of respect and inclusion, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping build a better world.