Senior Lead, Maintenance

Elk Valley Resources • Elkford, BC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the General Supervisor, the Senior Lead, Maintenance is responsible for strengthening maintenance performance, supporting frontline leadership, and driving continuous improvement across the operation. The successful candidate is a strong, visible leader with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building trusted relationships across teams. You bring a structured approach to execution, a passion for developing people, and the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. 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!

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in a relevant technical field, combined with a valid trade certification, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience, preferably in a mobile equipment maintenance environment
• Demonstrated leadership capability with a strong focus on people development and team performance
• Strong understanding of maintenance execution, planning, and scheduling practices
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, operational environment
• Experience working cross-functionally with operations and support teams
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data for decision-making
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite®; experience with maintenance systems is an asset
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
• Maintain a visible field presence to support safe, effective work execution and reinforce expectations with frontline crews
• Drive improvements in equipment reliability, availability, and overall performance through disciplined execution and defect elimination
• Manage maintenance project execution, ensuring planning quality and adherence to maintenance standards and best practices
• Support effective work management processes, including planning readiness, scheduling alignment, and execution quality
• Provide leadership in prioritizing work, including emergent (break-in) work, ensuring alignment with operational risk and production impact
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Planning, Scheduling, Supply Chain, and Environmental teams to ensure alignment on priorities and execution readiness
• Act as a central coordination point between maintenance areas and site departments
• Monitor maintenance performance and trends; use data and frontline feedback to identify improvement opportunities and implement sustainable solutions
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability, and workflow efficiency
• Identify recurring equipment issues and support root cause investigations and corrective actions
• Provide recommendations for major equipment outages, servicing, and long-term equipment performance
• Mentor and coach supervisors; support development planning, capability building, and succession readiness
• Foster a high-performing, engaged team environment built on accountability, trust, and collaboration
• Ensure compliance with site procedures, standards, and regulatory requirements

Benefits

• Two Annual Bonus Plans
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan
• Retirement Package
• Health Lifestyle Account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree