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Elk Valley Resources

Lead Apprenticeship, Training

Compensation
123K–144K CAD / yr
From job posting
Location
Sparwood, BC, CA
Arrangement
On-site
Employment type
Other
Level
Lead
Posted
25 September 2026 (6 days ago)

Checked 6 days agoApplications go to the employer, never to RoleSprint

About this role

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.

Application Deadline: October 9th, 2026 What we offer: At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys. EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development. We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions. We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishinggreat things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

About the role: Reporting to the Manager, Training & Development, the Lead Apprenticeship, Training professional leads EVR's Heavy Duty Equipment Technician (HDET) Apprenticeship Program, combining hands-on apprentice instruction with program leadership ensuring the development of Levels 1 through 4 apprentices. To be successful, we are looking for someone with strong communication, facilitation, and organizational skills, a collaborative approach, and the ability to adapt to different learning needs. You will provide clear, constructive feedback while fostering safety, accountability, professionalism, and continuous learning.

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdooradventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-backatmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working acompressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work lifebalance is all about!

Benefits: • Two Annual Bonus Plans

• Comprehensive Benefits Plan

• Retirement Package

• Health Lifestyle Account

• Relocation Assistance

In this role you will: • Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies

• Lead EVR’s apprenticeship program strategy, planning, and delivery for Levels 1 through 4 HDET apprentices

• Develop and maintain apprenticeship training plans aligned with SkilledTradesBC and Red Seal requirements

• Partner with the College of the Rockies, SkilledTradesBC, maintenance leaders, and site stakeholders to support apprentice progression and success

• Develop and deliver HDET technical training, curriculum, assessments, and learning materials through classroom, shop, and field-based learning, incorporating OEM, vendor, and emerging technology content where appropriate

• Evaluate technical competencies, provide feedback, and support individualized development plans and Red Seal readiness

• Monitor program effectiveness and continuous improvement while maintaining apprentice records, competency assessments, progression tracking, training schedules, resources, and reporting in accordance with EVR’s Health, Safety, Environmental, and Operational Excellence standards

Requirements: • Interprovincial Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Technician (HDET) certification

• Minimum 5 years of heavy equipment maintenance experience, preferably in mining or large mobile equipment environments

• Experience training, coaching, mentoring, or developing apprentices and tradespeople

• Strong knowledge of heavy equipment maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

• Valid Class 5 Driver's License or equivalent

Salary: $123,000 - $144,000 CAD/year

The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.

As part of our recruitment process, EVR uses AI tools to assist with reviewing and summarizing candidate information. Personal information provided in your application and interview may be processed by these tools. Your information will be handled in accordance with EVR’s Recruitment Privacy Policy, which you can view here.

About EVR

EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.

Work location

  • Sparwood, BC, CA

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Published 25 September 2026, last checked 6 days ago. A posting stops being advertised here 90 days after the employer published it, and one the employer takes down is marked closed rather than quietly removed.

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