Engineer in Training, Mine Operations

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: July 1, 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 everyone 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 Engineer Supervisor, Mine Operations, the Engineer-in-Training (EIT), Mine Operations will be responsible for supporting operational technologies within the department and leveraging data in ad-hoc reporting, studies and investigations. This role works closely with colleagues across technical services, operations, and external contractors to ensure alignment and successful outcomes.

To be successful, we are looking for someone with strong communication skills, proven leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills. For someone who can build effective relationships across teams and departments.

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:

Extended Health Benefits
Health Spending Account
Vacation Allotment

In this role you will:

Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
Analyze data, develop and maintain reports and data queries to provide the team with the best possible data to base day to day production decisions on
Assist with the continuous training and support of all Dispatchers and Supervisors in the proper use of the installed Dispatch System and data-driven tools
Communicate project objectives and deploy new technologies to several departments at site and across EVR including; technical engineering groups, mining supervisors and equipment operators
Work on a range of development activities such as economic evaluations and productivity analysis
Other responsibilities as required or as assigned

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in, Mine or related Engineering discipline (or equivalent experience and certification)
Registered or eligible for registration with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC)
Minimum of 1-2 years previous work experience in an open pit mining environment with previous experience using WENCO Fleet Management Systems or equivalent (preferred)
Intermediate to advanced computational skills (SQL, VBA, Power BI and Office 365)
A strong desire to apply technical and operational knowledge in the continuous improvement of the operation
Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Ability to multitask and effectively troubleshoot problems are essential skills for this role
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.