Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.
EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, joining a portfolio of operations around the world and a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.
Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.
What we offer:
At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.
EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.
We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.
We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.
About the role:
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 EVR. 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 EVR 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 EVR’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 adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or 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!
In this role you will:
- Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
- 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 EVR 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
Requirements:
- 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, electrical, or automation
- Rockwell and Wonderware System Platform experience and training is an asset
- 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
Benefits:
- Two Annual Bonus Plans
- Comprehensive Benefits Plan
- Retirement Package
- Health Lifestyle Account
Salary: $91,000 - $113,000 / year
The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.
Application Deadline: March 26, 2024
To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.
About EVR
EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.
