Closing Date: December 21, 2022

Reporting to the Automation Supervisor, the Automation Specialist is responsible for leading, supporting and improving process control improvements for water treatment projects and operations that drive value to Teck. You will collaborate closely with the Water Quality Processing team to safely deliver and maintain a diverse set of technology that is transforming the way Teck operates its water treatment systems.

To be successful, we are looking for someone who was excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills. This role requires a highly motivated and detail-oriented teammate who can work independently but also apply a collaborative approach to problem-solving and think strategically to deliver a valuable service strategy. The ability to deliver timely, high-quality results in a fast-paced and dynamic environment is vital in this role.

This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with Water Operations and contribute with the goals to operate the active water treatment facility, saturated rock fill and calcite operations efficiently as part of Teck’s overall commitment to meet the requirements of the Elk Valley Water Quality Plan.

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventures at your fingertips. Whether you enjoy biking and skiing, or prefer 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!

Responsibilities:

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
• Work as a part of a highly collaborative team with a focus on delivering value and promoting sharing of best practices across operations
• Engage people at all levels in the organization, across all Teck operations, and corporate offices
• Provide design and implementation support to operations improvement projects
• Collaborate closely with internal and external teams to resolve sophisticated technical problems
• Define, implement, support, and continuously improve innovative systems that optimize safety, sustainability, and efficiency
• Monitor for system problems and provide emergency support
• Adhere to departmental change control policies and procedures
• Develop and maintain documentation of standards and best practices

Qualifications:

• Electrical or Instrumentation Technologist with an Automation focus or related field or Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related subject area or equivalent experience
• Minimum three years' experience working in industrial process control systems, programming PLC and HMI Systems with a background in instrumentation and automation
• Ability to understand and develop control systems from engineering documents such as P&ID’s, control narratives, and function diagrams
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows desktop and server Operating Systems, virtualization, Active Directory, and computer networking fundamentals
• Knowledge of industrial control system security concepts and techniques, application source control, electrical systems, and computer network and database fundamentals
• Strong process documentation and reporting capabilities
• Excellent program and project management skills and strong knowledge of business analysis techniques
• Valid class five driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Rockwell and Wonderware System Platform experience and training is an asset

About Teck

Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.

At Teck, we value diversity. Our teams work collaboratively and respect each person’s unique perspective and contribution.

Qualified applicants interested in joining a dynamic team are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter electronically.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Teck is a diversified resource company committed to responsible mining and mineral development with major business units focused on copper, steelmaking coal and zinc, as well as investments in energy assets.

Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, its shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbols TECK.A and TECK.B and the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol TECK. 

Learn more about Teck at www.teck.com or follow @TeckResources.

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