Closing Date: December 6, 2024.
Position status: Vacant
Teck is a leading Canadian resource company focused on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love.
Teck's two regional business units, North America and Latin America, oversee Teck's assets through all phases of safe, sustainable development, operation and closure. The business units are supported by enterprise-wide functions that set strategic direction, establish standards and provide governance, as well as supporting the business through shared services, centres of excellence and business partnering.
Reporting to the Manager, Technical & Marketing Services, the Technical Services Specialist is responsible for supporting the sales and marketing of Teck refined metal products. In doing so, this candidate will provide technical expertise to the company’s metal customers and the Metals Sales staff. This outstanding candidate will communicate with Trail Operations personnel (Production, Quality, Analytical, etc.) regarding Teck product specifications and quality, review of customer’s material specifications, new product opportunities, and technical developments or issues related to end-user applications for Trail products!
Additional responsibilities will include conducting or leading technical investigations, requiring external metallurgical service resources, to assist metal customers with product or process-related problems. We are looking for an outstanding interpersonal individual who will collaborate closely with individuals of a diverse set of backgrounds. This role may further participate in customer-focused product end-user studies, and market development activities.
This is an 18-month term contract.
Don't miss out on this outstanding opportunity to be part of one of Canada's leading mining companies and join our team!
Responsibilities
- Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
- Provide technical and marketing services to Teck’s metal customers
- Investigate and respond to customer technical problems and inquiries
- Participate on technical or marketing committees of various industry associations
- Develop and maintain good relations with customers and with trade and industry associations
- Monitor, gather and assess technical and environmental activities and developments in industries using metal marketed by Teck
- Work with the Metal Sales team to improve returns by using technical and marketing resources
- Liaise with Trail on customer requirements (quality, specifications, packaging) for resources and support services
- Provide marketing support and help assess the impact of market/technological trends, customer needs and competitive factors on demand for Teck’s products and services
Qualifications
- 1-3 years of relevant industrial experience
- An Engineering degree (metallurgy and materials science preferred)
- Relevant engineering background (metallurgical or chemical). Knowledge of materials and industrial applications required in the role as technical resource for customers and, Marketing & Sales staff
- General knowledge of refined metal business (galvanizing, die-casting, battery systems and/or specialty metal end uses) and how customers’ processes use company services and products
- A strong attention to detail and the ability to learn quickly
- Outstanding communication skills and flair to build and nurture positive relationships to build alliances and networks
- Able to work interdependently with internal and external parties
- Efficient working within a team environment where members understand individual roles and work to create opportunities and build upon each other’s strengths
- Able to travel, up to 25% of the time, as required
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 fixed-term employees receive access to our comprehensive benefits package that promote physical, mental, financial, and emotional well-being. This includes but is not limited to:
• Completion bonus
• Health Spending Account
• Extended Health Care including Vision
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Holidays
• Virtual Telemedicine and additional support for overall well-being
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
