September 2024 Occupational Health & Hygiene Co-Op Student

Start Date:
September 2024
Duration:
4 or 8 months
Location:
Multiple Teck Coal Operations - Elk Valley, BC
Application Deadline:
February 26, 2024
Why consider Teck Resources Ltd. for your Co-op Placement?
Teck hires more than 200 co-op students each year to work at our various Canadian operations. Teck has been named as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers by Mediacorp Canada’s Top Employers
program for the past six years, and was included in the Forbes World’s Best Employers 2021 and 2022
 list and Canada's Top Employer for Young People 2022 and 2023
. Teck is also ranked #1 in the Minerals and Mining Industry on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI)
for 12 consecutive years, indicating that Teck’s sustainability practices rank in the top 10 percent of the world’s 2,500 largest public companies.
Teck Coal Limited
is the world’s second largest seabourne exporter of steelmaking coal. We have 4 mining operations located in the Elk Valley region in the beautiful Southeastern Rockies, BC. Our product is an essential ingredient to make steel which is used for building infrastructure as well as for clean energy projects like wind and solar power, to transportation alternatives like rapid transit and buses. Check out this link to learn more:
Teck Coal Limited 
Innovate with Teck
Digital technologies are redefining our industry and contributing to improvements in every step of the mining process. We improve our efficiency, safety, sustainability, and growth by putting smarter ideas to work and crafting advancements in our technology and our practice. At Teck, we embrace new ideas, and employ them. Teck fosters a culture where employees are encouraged to bring ideas forward and implement technologies that can help make us a better company.
Professional benefits of working as a co-op with Teck Resources Ltd:
-Our values guide every decision we make as a company and as individual employees. Teck is led by our values of safety, sustainability, integrity, respect, excellence, and courage
-The opportunity to work on exciting projects alongside a team of professionals who are specialists in their respective fields, you will experience a combination of projects in the field as well as in the office
-Competitive salary for our co-ops as well as assistance with travel costs and co-op fees
-Make an impression! Successful co-ops with Teck are given first consideration for professional positions upon graduation
 
Requirements
:
-Working towards an Undergraduate/Graduate degree or diploma in Occupational Hygiene, Occupational and Environmental Health, Occupational Health, or Industrial Hygiene
-Motivated self-starters, able to work under minimal supervision and be able to manage several projects simultaneously
-Comfortable working in a dynamic work environment with a willingness to work outdoors and able to operate vehicles, at our operations, in various weather conditions and terrain
-Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with a capability to communicate complex ideas to all levels
-Excellent computer skills with the ability to track and analyze data as well as manage project timelines
-Strong working knowledge of MS Word and Excel is necessary, and a working knowledge of PowerPoint and Access
-Impeccable record keeping and excellent organizational skills
-Experience working in mining or heavy industry considered an asset
 
Responsibilities
-Participation in the health and safety programs of Teck to ensure that everyone goes home safe and healthy every day
-Implementing hygiene program elements and creating exposure control plans
-Experience working effectively with hourly and management employees as well as Occupational Health and Safety Committees
-Assisting in optimizing the industrial hygiene program which will include conducting ergonomic evaluations, tracking equipment inventory, and conducting surveys
-Collecting a variety of occupational hygiene samples including noise, particulate, and other airborne contaminants
-Supporting the hearing conservation program, chemical management plan and respiratory protection program
-Managing contractor pre-clearance and access systems
-Facilitating safety training for hourly and management employees
-Creating and evaluating innovative ideas and technologies to help improve the way we do business
 
All students will be required to complete pre-employment drug testing prior to commencing work. Proof of a valid work permit will also be required, if applicable.
Why Join Us?
At Teck, we offer more than just a job – we provide a comprehensive student experience comprised of relevant, hands-on work, vibrant social activities, extensive networking opportunities, and rich professional development. With captivating projects set against stunning backdrops, a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, and boundless opportunities to learn, grow, and have fun, joining us means embracing a fulfilling and dynamic co-op adventure.
In addition to excellent compensation, Teck co-ops receive a variety of advantages including but not limited to: 
-Financial assistance to help with travel costs and co-op fees
-Opportunity to develop technical skills and gain practical experience while applying academic knowledge to real-world mining operations and projects
-Enjoy mentorship and guidance from experienced specialists in their respective fields
-Receive primary consideration for professional positions upon graduation
 
Wage Range: $4,150 - $4,883 / Month
Salary is commensurate with the number of academic semesters and prior co-op experiences completed.
 
Lifestyle
At Teck, we have a variety of flexible schedules that can offer you a work life balance. Teck also offers the chance to live and work in some of the world’s most amazing locations where year-round local attractions and recreational choices are unlimited for the outdoor enthusiast! We have world-class mountain biking, skiing, hiking and fly fishing all at your doorstep.
How
If you are interested in this exciting student work term opportunity, please include your resume and unofficial transcript as part of your online application. 
At Teck, we value diversity. Our teams work collaboratively and respect each person’s unique perspective and contribution.
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.
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. Learn more about Teck at teck or follow TeckResources.
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