Location: Trail, BC, Canada
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site

About Trail Operations

Teck’s Trail Operations, located in the community of Trail in British Columbia, is one of the world’s largest fully integrated zinc and lead smelting and refining complexes. Located in the beautiful West Kootenay region of southeastern, British Columbia, Trail offers outdoor adventure at your fingertips.

Role Overview

Teck is looking for an experienced Industrial Hygienist to join our team at our Trail Operations, one of the world's largest fully integrated zinc and lead smelting and refining complexes. Reporting to the Manager, Health & Safety & Risk, the Industrial Hygienist will lead the industrial hygiene team at Teck Trail Operations. In this role, you will serve as the site’s technical authority on occupational health, driving continuous improvement programs that safeguard employee well-being.

The Industrial Hygienist works closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, environment, and safety teams to identify risks, implement practical solutions, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

This role is based in the welcoming community of Trail, situated in the beautiful West Kootenay region of southeastern British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips! Whether it’s biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone.

Key Responsibilities

Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
Supervise and mentor a team of industrial hygiene technicians, providing technical guidance and ensuring high standards in industrial hygiene practices
Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive industrial hygiene programs, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, corporate governance systems, and industry best practices
Develop and oversee risk profiles and facilitate exposure reduction plans related to exposure and hygiene and health improvements
Collaborate with the Occupational Health Lead and medical consultants to oversee biological monitoring and medical surveillance

programs, including analysis, reporting, and trending of results

Evaluate the effectiveness and adequacy of occupational health programs, reporting findings to management and recommending improvements
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance health and hygiene performance
Coordinate periodic audits of industrial hygiene programs, ensuring monitoring, QA/QC, and documentation standards are met
Develop and deliver technical training and awareness programs to ensure employees and leaders understand hygiene risks, controls, and regulatory requirements
Remain current on emerging occupational hygiene practices, technologies, and regulatory changes, and communicate relevant developments to stakeholders
Maintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies, researchers, and Union, representing Teck in occupational health matters
Participate in corporate occupational health and hygiene forums and committees, contributing Trail Operations expertise and supporting cross-site alignment

Qualifications

Post-secondary degree in Occupational Hygiene or a related science field; graduate degree preferred
Professional Certification:

o Registered Occupational Hygienist (ROH) – Canadian Registration Board of Occupational Hygienists or

o Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) – American Board of Industrial Hygiene

Minimum 5 years of occupational health and hygiene experience in an industrial environment
Proven expertise in designing, implementing, and evaluating occupational health and hygiene programs
Strong ability to interpret complex exposure data and translate findings into practical, risk-based solutions
Exceptional communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills with experience engaging diverse teams and stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to influence colleagues and drive health and safety best practices
Advanced research, analytical, and writing skills with keen attention to detail
Results-driven with excellent organizational, planning, and decision-making abilities
Skilled in team leadership, development, and mentoring

Benefits

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)

Pay Range: CAD $105,000 - $130,000 per year

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

Why Teck

At Teck, your work matters—to the world, to our communities and to your future.
As a leading Canadian resource company, we focus on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We do this guided by our values that, together, form The Teck Way. At Teck, you’ll find purpose-driven work, a culture of respect and inclusion, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping build a better world.

Apply with us

Take the next step in your career by applying for the Industrial Hygienist role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your background doesn’t match every requirement. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Requisition ID: 53159 | Job Category: Health & Safety | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Location: Trail | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site

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