Superintendent, Process Operations

Job highlights
  • Coal Operations
  • Elk Valley Resources
  • On-Site
Job ID 3be891d1-b181-415c-957b-7f148f5e6ecf Last Updated 01/05/2026
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: May 17, 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 Manager, Processing, the Superintendent, Process Operations is accountable for the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of the coal processing plant. The Superintendent, Process Operations must collaborate closely with Process Maintenance and Process Engineering to ensure alignment on plant requirements. This role provides leadership to the operations team and ensures alignment with site production, quality, and business objectives.

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

In this role you will:

  • Champion and model adherence to all health, safety, and environmental policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
  • Foster a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with the Health & Safety Program and applicable legislation (e.g., BC Mines Act)
  • Provide visible, values-based leadership to crews, promoting accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
  • Ensure effective workforce planning, scheduling, and deployment to meet operational requirements
  • Support leadership development within the team through coaching, development planning, and recognition programs
  • Administer and interpret collective agreements, including grievance handling and labour relations
  • Lead the day-to-day coal processing operations, ensuring safe, stable, and efficient plant performance
  • Optimize production processes to maximize recovery, throughput, and yield while minimizing cost and variability
  • Ensure product quality consistently meets or exceeds customer and contractual specifications
  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions to address performance gaps
  • Collaborate closely with Process Maintenance and Process Engineering to ensure alignment on plant reliability and improvement initiatives
  • Partner with Mine Operations, Engineering, Marketing, Rail, Logistics, and Port teams to meet production, shipping, and sales targets
  • Contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives by providing operational insights and recommendations
  • Coordinate rail loadout activities and ensure efficient product movement in alignment with shipping schedules
  • Establish clear goals and expectations for operations crews and communicate performance results regularly
  • Drive continuous improvement through the use of data, root cause analysis, and best practices

Requirements:

  • Minimum 10 years of progressively senior experience in a coal processing or similar heavy industrial environment
  • Proven leadership experience in an operational setting, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams
  • Strong ability to influence and collaborate across functions to drive alignment and results
  • Solid understanding of coal processing circuits, plant operations, and production optimization principles
  • Experience working in a unionized environment and administering collective agreements is preferred
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety leadership and regulatory compliance
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data to inform decisions
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Power BI or similar tools is an asset
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Exposure to plant maintenance and reliability practices is considered an asset
  • 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.