Industrial Hygiene Co-Op

Duration: 8 Months   

Positions Available: 1 

Intake Date: Monday, May 6, 2024

Application Deadline: Friday, January 5, 2024 (we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis)

Minimum Qualifications: Must currently be enrolled in a recognized and accredited Canadian post-secondary institution throughout the duration of the co-op term. You must also be returning to a post-secondary institution after the co-op term is completed. Depending on the needs and location of the team, you will need to work PST or MDT or relocate to a specific office (Vancouver or site-based) 

Trail Operations is an integrated lead-zinc smelting and refining complex located in Trail, situated in the beautiful West Kootenay region of southeastern, British Columbia. Trail Operations has over 26 different operating plants and processes concentrates and other materials from around the world to produce more than 290,000 tpy of refined zinc and 70,000 tpy of refined lead. Check out this link to learn more: Teck Trail Operations

Professional benefits of working as a co-op with Teck Resources Ltd:

• Our values guide every decision we make as a company and as individual employees. Teck is led by our values of safety, sustainability, integrity, respect, excellence and courage
• The opportunity to work on exciting projects alongside a team of professionals who are specialists in their respective fields, you will experience a combination of projects in the field as well as in the office
• Competitive salary for our co-ops as well as assistance with travel costs and co-op fees
• Make an impression! Successful co-ops with Teck are given first consideration for professional positions upon graduation

Responsibilities:

• Participation in the health and safety programs of Teck to ensure that everyone goes home safe and healthy every day
• Implementing hygiene program elements and creating exposure control plans
• Experience working effectively with hourly and management employees as well as Occupational Health and Safety Committees
• Assisting in optimizing the Industrial Hygiene program which will include conducting ergonomic evaluations, tracking equipment inventory, and conducting surveys
• Collecting a variety of occupational hygiene samples including noise, particulate, and other airborne contaminants
• Supporting the hearing conservation program, chemical management plan and respiratory protection program
• Managing contractor pre-clearance and access systems
• Facilitating safety training for hourly and management employees
• Creating and evaluating innovative ideas and technologies to help improve the way we do business

Qualifications:

• Working towards an Undergraduate/Graduate degree or diploma in Occupational Hygiene, Occupational and Environmental Health, Occupational Health, or Industrial Hygiene
• Motivated self-starters, able to work under minimal supervision and be able to manage several projects simultaneously
• Comfortable working in a dynamic work environment with a willingness to work outdoors and able to operate vehicles, at our operations, in various weather conditions and terrain
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with a capability to communicate complex ideas to all levels
• Excellent computer skills with the ability to track and analyze data as well as manage project timelines
• Strong working knowledge of MS Word and Excel is necessary, and a working knowledge of PowerPoint and Access
• Impeccable record keeping and excellent organizational skills
• Experience working in mining or heavy industry considered an asset

In addition to excellent compensation, Teck co-ops receive a variety of advantages including but not limited to: 

• Financial assistance to help with travel costs and co-op fees
• Opportunity to develop technical skills and gain practical experience while applying academic knowledge to real-world mining operations and projects
• Enjoy mentorship and guidance from experienced specialists in their respective fields
• Receive primary consideration for professional positions upon graduation

$4,150 - $4,883 a month

At Teck, we value diversity. Our teams work collaboratively and respect each person's unique perspective and contribution.

Qualified applicants interested in joining dynamic team are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter electronically.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Teck is a diversified resource company committed to responsible mining and mineral development with major business units focused on copper, steelmaking coal and zinc, as well as investments in energy assets.

 

Teck has been named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for the six consecutive years. Teck has also been named to the Forbes list of the World's Best Employers for the past two years and is one of  Canada's Top Employers for Young People.

 

Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, its shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbols TECK.A and TECK.B and the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol TECK.

Learn more about Teck at  www.teck.com or follow  @TeckResources