Terms of Employment:
Full-time, Permanent Position
Schedule:
Monday to Friday, 8 hours per dayAbout Us
Conuma Resources is a leading Canadian producer of metallurgical coal used in steelmaking around the world. Since 2016, we’ve grown to own and operate a portfolio of five surface mines in the Peace River Coalfields of Northeast British Columbia. Our operations support over 1,000 direct jobs and thousands more indirectly, contributing to the strength of the communities where we live and work. Today, our active mines include Willow Creek, located about 40 minutes from Chetwynd, and Quintette, just 15 minutes from Tumbler Ridge.
Guided by our core values of Safety, Heart, Growth, One Conuma Strong, and Sustainability, we remain focused on responsible growth and on delivering long-term value and resilience to our people and partners.
Come home to Conuma — where community meets opportunity!
Duties & Responsibilities
•Effectively plan and document all maintenance activities, maintaining a comprehensive backlog for tracking the status of all work orders.
•Strategically plan and coordinate both corrective and shutdown maintenance to optimize plant operations and reduce downtime.
•Work closely with the Plant Superintendent, Plant Manager, and supervisors to schedule and prioritize maintenance tasks according to operational needs and resource availability.
•Prepare detailed work order scopes, including task lists, tools, special requirements, and timelines to ensure thorough preparation and execution of maintenance tasks.
•Efficiently document and track work orders to ensure comprehensive planning and status reporting.
•Ensure accurate daily recording of plant utilization metrics, such as equipment operational hours.
•Work closely with the warehouse and procurement departments to ensure the timely availability of necessary parts and materials for both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.
•Provide leadership and ensure oversight of the plant fixed assets planning function, focusing on the safety, efficiency, and timeliness of maintenance tasks.
•Regularly assess and adjust existing maintenance strategies based on performance metrics and feedback.
•Participate in the development and management of budgets, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently to meet organizational goals.
•Stay updated with industry trends and technological advancements to continuously refine maintenance strategies.
•Other duties and tasks as assigned.
Education, Experience & Qualifications
•Extensive hands-on experience in a fixed plant environment.
•Red Seal Certification as an Electrician, Millwright, or Welder is highly valued and considered an asset.
•Deep understanding of plant equipment safety and maintenance standards.
•Minimum of 2-5 years' maintenance planning experience in a mining or similar heavy industrial environment.
•Proficiency in computerized maintenance management systems and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
Technical Competencies & Skills
•Ability to adhere to a 5x2 schedule with 8-hour shifts.
•Proficient in both written and verbal English communication, essential for clear and effective team leadership, safety compliance, and operational coordination.
•Optimizing Preparation Plant maintenance operations, reducing downtime, and minimizing costs by proactively planning and coordinating maintenance activities. Enduring efficient resource utilization and improving productivity.
•Capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously, including scheduling, resource allocation, and budgeting.
•Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven track record of using data to improve maintenance strategies and reduce equipment downtime.
•Excellent interpersonal skills, fostering a culture of safety, integrity, and teamwork.
•Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
Wage and Benefits
Conuma Resources takes pride in providing industry-competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package that truly values our employees. Specifically for the Fixed Plant Maintenance Planner role, we offer an annual base salary range of $96,000.00 - $120,000.00, along with a variety of bonuses. These bonuses include monthly efficiency bonuses linked to safety and production, quarterly retention bonuses, and a performance bonus tailored to reward your contributions. Our benefits package also includes paid vacation and personal days, 7% RRSP matching, and 100% employer-paid extended health and dental care, among other valuable perks.
Employee Transportation
Employee bus transportation is available from:
•Tumbler Ridge to our Quintette Mine, Wolverine Mine, Brule Mine, and Willow Creek Mine
•Chetwynd to our Brule Mine and Willow Creek Mine
•Dawson Creek to our Willow Creek Mine
•Mackenzie to our Willow Creek Mine
Pre-Employment Testing
Please be advised that all selected applicants will be required to complete pre-employment testing.
Come Home to Conuma
Nestled in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies, our local communities in Northeastern British Columbia offer a plethora of outdoor activities, from hiking near majestic waterfalls to exploring 97-million-year-old dinosaur footprints. Engage in ATV and snowmobile trails, cross-country skiing, ice hockey, swimming, cycling, and immerse yourself in the warmth of a close-knit community. Affordable costs of living make this region an ideal place to raise a family.
Conuma Resources is an equal opportunity employer.
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