About the role#
This 12-month co-op position is based at Highland Valley Copper, an open-pit copper and molybdenum mine near Logan Lake, British Columbia. We are looking for students currently enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary institution who will remain enrolled throughout the term and return to their studies afterward. This is a full-time, on-site role starting in January 2027.
What you'll do#
- Act as a safety leader by following and promoting all environmental and safety rules.
- Participate in health and safety programs to support a secure work environment.
- Work with engineering and operations teams to develop daily, weekly, and monthly mine plans.
- Engage in mine planning and design tasks, including pit and dump design, production scheduling, and optimization for both autonomous and traditional fleets.
- Provide technical support for drilling, blasting, and surveying activities.
- Monitor operating areas and assist with geotechnical evaluations of mine plans.
- Help track and report on mine permit compliance.
- Perform productivity and economic evaluations while assisting with capital expenditure documentation.
- Develop and test new ideas and technologies to improve business processes.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree program for Mining or Mineral Resource Engineering.
- Ability to manage multiple projects at once as a self-starter.
- Comfort working in an industrial setting alongside a variety of technical and operational staff.
- Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.
- A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for the duration of the term.
- Ability to operate vehicles at our operations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Logan Lake, British Columbia, Canada.
- Term: Winter 2027 (12-month duration).
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $4,833 to $5,592 per month, depending on experience and skills.
- Additional support: Financial assistance is provided for travel costs and co-op fees.
About Teck Resources Limited
Teck Resources Limited is a Canadian mining company based in Vancouver. It focuses on the production of metals and minerals used in global development and the energy transition. The company manages activities across exploration, mining, and mineral processing. It operates as a public company with over 7,000 employees.
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