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Lead, Maintenance Training

Posted 6 days ago

OfficeSparwood, BCSE109k - 134k CAD
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, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.

Application Deadline: June 25, 2026

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 Senior Lead, Maintenance Training, the Lead, Maintenance Training will be responsible for leading the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of technical training across our maintenance operations.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about learning, enjoys engaging with people, and can help individuals from diverse backgrounds translate learning into real-world applications.

This role is critical to building workforce capability by developing high-quality training programs that support safe, reliable, and efficient maintenance practices. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise with a passion for coaching and mentoring, helping to develop apprentices and journeypersons while advancing EVR’s commitment to operational excellence and safety leadership. 

 

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! 

### Benefits:
  • Two Annual Bonus Plans
  • Comprehensive Benefits Plan
  • Retirement Package
  • Health Lifestyle Account
  • Relocation Assistance
  • ### In this role you will:
    • Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies 
    • Design and develop standardized technical training programs across maintenance disciplines, aligned with EVR operational requirements
    • Create high-quality learning materials that support both hands-on technical training and theoretical knowledge development
    • Supervise a team of training specialists at the CMm training campus
    • Develop and deliver structured training using specialized systems, including:
      • CDI Electrical Training & Troubleshooting Boards
      • CDI Hydraulic Training & Troubleshooting Boards
      • CMM Lubrication Training & Troubleshooting Systems
      • Build and maintain engine training programs, including:
        • Diesel engine fundamentals and advanced diagnostics
        • Electronic engine controls and monitoring systems
        • Engine troubleshooting, failure analysis, and reliability best practices
        • Continuously improve training content to reflect evolving equipment, technologies, and EVR best practices
        • Deliver engaging classroom and hands-on technical training that strengthens troubleshooting skills, builds knowledge of heavy equipment systems, and supports apprentices and journeypersons in achieving Red Seal certification readiness within a safe, respectful, and performance-driven learning environment
        • Develop, implement, and maintain technical training programs across EVR maintenance operations, including evaluating program effectiveness, coordinating OEM/vendor training, partnering with maintenance and operations teams to prioritize training needs, and acting as a regional technical training resource
        • Ensure all training programs and delivery methods align with EVR Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards by supporting onboarding, compliance training, and the consistent promotion of a strong safety culture.
        • Maintain advanced technical expertise in electrical, hydraulic, lubrication, and diesel engine systems, while incorporating real-world troubleshooting scenarios and applying knowledge of SkilledTradesBC apprenticeship and Red Seal requirements to support workforce development
    ### Requirements:
    • Minimum 5 years of experience in a Mining Environment  
    • Red Seal Certified Heavy Duty Technician
    • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent 
    The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.
     
    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.
     
    As part of our recruitment process, EVR uses AI tools to assist with reviewing and summarizing candidate information. Personal information provided in your application and interview may be processed by these tools. Your information will be handled in accordance with EVR’s Recruitment Privacy Policy, which you can view here.
     
     
    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.
    Job details
    Workplace
    Office
    Location
    Sparwood, BC
    Experience
    SE
    Salary
    109k - 134k CAD
    per year

    Glencore operates nine mines and five metal processing facilities in Canada producing and recycling critical minerals including nickel, copper, zinc and cobalt; and transition-enabling steelmaking coal. We employ 11,400 people, including contractors, and are Canada’s largest diversified miner and supplier of critical minerals. We are the country’s largest producer of refined copper, second largest producer of mined and smelted nickel, and second largest producer of refined zinc, as well as one of the world’s largest recyclers of end-of-life electronics, playing a critical role in the circular economy. We operate Canada’s only copper smelter, located in Quebec. Glencore is also Canada’s largest producer of steelmaking coal. Glencore y exploite neuf mines et cinq installations de transformation des métaux, produisant et recyclant des minéraux critiques tels que le nickel, le cuivre, le zinc et le cobalt, ainsi que du charbon sidérurgique facilitant la transition énergétique. Nous employons 11 400 personnes, y compris des sous-traitants, et sommes le plus grand exploitant minier diversifié et fournisseur de minéraux critiques au Canada. Nous sommes le premier producteur canadien de cuivre raffiné, le deuxième producteur de nickel extrait et affiné, le deuxième producteur de zinc raffiné, de même que le principal producteur canadien de charbon sidérurgique. Nous figurons également parmi les plus grands recycleurs mondiaux d’équipements électroniques en fin de vie, jouant ainsi un rôle essentiel dans l’économie circulaire. Nous exploitons la seule fonderie de cuivre au Canada, située au Québec.

    Key team members

    Karl Nurmi, PEng, MBA

    Karl Nurmi, PEng, MBA

    Chris Gaspard

    Chris Gaspard

    Craig Harris

    Craig Harris

    Greg Maybee

    Greg Maybee

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