Senior Engineer Supervisor, Engineering; Sparwood

About the Company

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines in the Elk Valley of British Columbia, employing over 5,000 people. EVR is committed to responsible resource development, strong community partnerships, and environmental performance.

Reporting to the Manager, Water Operations, the Senior Engineer Supervisor, Engineering leads a multidisciplinary team of engineers and automation specialists, providing both day‑to‑day and strategic technical leadership across all Water Operations sites.

• Lead engineering and automation resources to ensure safe, compliant, and cost‑effective water treatment across operations.
• Drive facility debottlenecking and optimization efforts and support startup of current treatment facilities.
• Develop and execute practical plans, coordinate execution, and manage competing priorities.
• Translate complex technical issues for operations teams, management, and regulators to support timely decision‐making.
• Ensure effective implementation of the Management of Change (MOC) process.
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members to build capability and support succession.
• Collaborate across teams to support the Elk Valley Water Quality Plan, regulatory targets and in‑stream objectives.
• Conduct performance and development assessments to support continuous learning and innovation.
• Promote structured decision‑making through problem framing, information gathering, and risk evaluation.
• Lead development of work scopes and facilitate collaboration with operating sites, environmental functions, and project teams.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in operations and/or process engineering.
• Degree in Engineering preferred (Process, Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental or related discipline).
• Registered Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) with, or eligible for registration with, Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
• Alternative qualifications considered: degree in a related field (e.g., chemistry, environmental science, or applied science); diploma or certification in a relevant technical discipline.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams in complex operating environments.
• Proven ability to influence and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders and regulators.
• Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, and organizational skills in fast‑paced, dynamic environments.
• Postgraduate degree (Master’s or PhD) considered an asset.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence or equivalent.

• Competitive salary (base $140,000 – $173,000 per year, adjusted for experience, skills, and internal equity).
• Two annual bonus plans.
• Comprehensive benefits plan.
• Retirement package.
• Health & Lifestyle account.
• Compressed work week with alternating Fridays off.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Employee health and wellness programs.

Final date to receive applications:
May 26, 2026