Technologist, Metallurgy & Technology

Location: Trail, BC, Canada

Employment Type: Regular Full Time

Workplace Type: On-site

About Trail Operations

Teck’s Trail Operations, located in the community of Trail in British Columbia, is one of the world’s largest fully integrated zinc and lead smelting and refining complexes. Located in the beautiful West Kootenay region of southeastern, British Columbia, Trail offers outdoor adventure at your fingertips.

Role Overview

Reporting to a Technical Superintendent, working in the Metallurgy and Technology group, the Technologist, Metallurgy & Technology is responsible to develop, manage and lead technical investigations that contribute to the development and improvement of operating plant processes and process control; provide technical assistance to Trail Operations on operating and maintenance problems.

This position will support the RAZ and TFO business areas but may include rotations to other plants or to specific project activities.

Key Responsibilities

Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures

Develop, manage, and lead technical investigations and test programs and contribute to the development and improvement of operating plant processes and process control

Troubleshoot issues with existing plant processes as well as laboratory, pilot and/or plant scale equipment

Provide technical data compiled from various sources, along with preliminary analyses, summary report and recommendations of the data

Lead technical investigations that optimize plant processes including process sampling surveys, measurement of operating parameters and compilation of data from various sources and visual observations

Provide technical assistance to Trail Operations on metallurgical and/or maintenance problems

Design, construct, operate, troubleshoot, and modify laboratory, pilot or plant-scale equipment

Assist with the start-up, process development and hand-over stages of projects

Provide technical data compiled from various sources, along with preliminary analyses of the data, and technical assistance to Technical Support personnel, technical or supervisory personnel in Operations

Qualifications

Graduate of a recognized Institute of Technology or University in metallurgical, mineral processing or chemical sciences or certified with Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia (ASTTBC) in a relevant field is required

A minimum of 5 years relevant experience with working knowledge of physical, chemical and metallurgical processes is required

An ability to work both independently and as part of a team to contribute to the success of a technical group is required

Highly organized self-starter with strong time management skills are a must

Proficiency in computer systems: MS Office, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel is required.

Experience with Trail’s process data systems, (e.g. PDH, LIMS, GE Aps) or metallurgical modelling software an asset

Experienced with working at heights using fall protection systems, including ladder access to elevated platforms

Must be physically capable of lifting and transporting equipment

Pay Range: CAD $99,684 - $107,808 per year

The actual amount offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

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.

Apply with us

Take the next step in your career by applying for the Technologist, Metallurgy & Technology role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your background doesn’t match every requirement. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Requisition ID: 54600 | Job Category: Geoscience & Exploration | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Location: Trail | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site