The Acting Manager, Social Performance, is responsible for implementing and driving improvements in the Social Performance Program for Teck’s Legacy Properties in Canada. This position is based out of Kimberley or Vancouver, with travel to sites as the need arises. There will be an option to work remotely up to two days per week and completely remotely for two weeks per year.
Reporting to the Director, Legacy Properties, the successful candidate will lead social performance practices across Teck’s ~20 legacy properties in different stages of post-closure management to reduce business risk considering evolving social performance expectations, external and internal standards and requirements, while identifying and gathering opportunities for partnerships and positive relationships with host communities.
To be successful, we require a highly qualified social performance practitioner with experience in the mineral exploration or mining industry, with outstanding interpersonal, communication and organizational skills and demonstrated success in risk management, community engagement, agreement making and leadership.
Responsibilities:
- Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety, environmental and social rules and procedures.
- Lead and continuously improve the Social Management System for Legacy projects, including dedicated use of systems such as Trackline, SiteLine and StreamLine.
- Handle community engagement, including Communities of Interest (COI) identification, assessment, engagement planning and implementation, agreement negotiation, compliance checking and effectiveness reviews for ~20 properties
- Ensure conformance with the social aspects of the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management, specifically in terms of public disclosure and external audit requirements by August 2025, and Teck’s Sustainability Standards and Procedures, including the Social Performance Standard and Closure Standard.
- Be responsible for social risk and impact management, including identification, assessment, mitigation plans and effectiveness reviews.
- Identify, implement, track and report on community benefits, including local and Indigenous employment, procurement, and community investment initiatives.
- Run Legacy Properties’ grievance process, including identification, assessment, remedy and reporting of grievances from community and Indigenous Peoples.
- Fulfill social aspects of permit requirements, including consultation around closure and compliance tracking.
- Lead social aspects of closure planning, including crafting and facilitating large community participatory workshops at multiple sites.
- Lead, mentor and coach three Social Performance Coordinators and Specialists.
- Provide subject-matter expertise, direction, ongoing advice, capacity building and mentorship to Legacy Properties staff and contractors on social performance, including training and coaching, to further expand the social performance capacity and proficiencies of the Legacy Properties team.
- Collaborate closely with internal groups such as Environment, Legal, Corporate Affairs, HSEC Risk, Social Performance, Risk and Security, and others.
- Represent Teck in a variety of settings, with Indigenous communities, partners, and regulatory authorities
Qualifications:
- A post-secondary university-level education in social sciences, sustainability, community development, social policy, environment and society or other related fields. A graduate degree is an asset along with an understanding of the interface between society and environment.
- At least 10 years of relevant professional work experience in social responsibility, resource management or a related field.
- Cross-cultural competence, outstanding communication (written and verbal), collaboration, facilitation and interpersonal skills and experience working with a broad range of people and groups. Experience in dialogue, negotiation, training and presenting are a strong asset.
- Demonstrated experience building collaborative relationships with Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities.
- Strong ability to balance contending priorities and thrive in an ever-evolving environment.
- Integrity, respect, and solutions-focused with a dedication to participatory community engagement and sustainable development.
- Committed with excellent organizational, planning and decision-making skills.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite and other applications.
- Fluent in French highly desired.
Why Join Us?
At Teck, we offer more than just a job – we provide a pathway to personal and professional enrichment. With captivating projects set against stunning backdrops, a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, and boundless opportunities to learn and grow, joining us means embracing a fulfilling and dynamic career adventure.
Teck employees receive access to our total rewards program and comprehensive benefits package that promote physical, mental, financial, and emotional well-being. This includes but is not limited to:
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Profit Share Plan
• Health Spending Account
• Personal Spending Account
• Extended Health Care
• Dental and Vision Care
• Employer Paid Pension Plan
• Life Insurance and Disability Coverage
• Paid Sick Leave, Vacation and Holidays
• Virtual Telemedicine and additional support for overall well-being
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
About Teck
At Teck, we value diversity. Our teams work collaboratively and respect each person’s unique perspective and contribution. Qualified applicants interested in joining a 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 seven 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.
