Occupational Health & Hygiene Co-op
About the job
- The candidate must be working toward an undergraduate or graduate degree or diploma in Occupational Hygiene, Occupational and Environmental Health, or Industrial Hygiene.
- A valid unrestricted Class 5 driver's license or extra-provincial equivalent is preferred.
- The candidate should be able to work under minimal supervision and manage several projects simultaneously.
- The candidate must be comfortable working outdoors and operating vehicles at operations in varying weather conditions and terrain.
- The candidate should have written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills sufficient to communicate complex ideas to all levels.
- The candidate should have computer skills to track and analyze data and manage project timelines.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is necessary; working knowledge of PowerPoint and Access is also expected.
- The candidate should have strong record-keeping and organizational skills.
- Experience working in mining or heavy industry is an asset.
- Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies.
- Implement hygiene program elements and create exposure control plans.
- Work effectively with hourly and management employees and Occupational Health and Safety Committees.
- Assist with optimizing the industrial hygiene program, including conducting ergonomic evaluations, tracking equipment inventory, and conducting surveys.
- Collect occupational hygiene samples, including noise, particulate, and other airborne contaminants.
- Support the hearing conservation program, chemical management plan, and respiratory protection program.
- Manage contractor pre-clearance and access systems.
- Facilitate safety training for hourly and management employees.
- Create and evaluate ideas and technologies to improve business operations.
- Receive financial assistance for travel expenses and co-op fees.
- Gain hands-on experience applying academic knowledge to mining operations.
- Benefit from mentorship and guidance from experienced specialists.
- Receive primary consideration for professional positions upon graduation.
About the company
Elk Valley Resources mines steelmaking coal in British Columbia for steel producers that supply construction, transportation and other infrastructure markets. Its Elk Valley operations include Elkview, Fording River, Greenhills and Line Creek, with coal sold as an input to the steelmaking process. Alongside active mines, the business manages former mine properties through closure, care and maintenance as part of its continuing responsibilities in the region. Through its coal exports, the company connects its British Columbia operations with customers in overseas steelmaking markets. It is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, and operates as part of the Glencore Group.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Vancouver, Canada
Founded
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Mechanics get hiring incentives: EVR lists CAD5,000 signing bonuses and up to CAD10,000 relocation assistance, subject to eligibility.
- Longer mine life is planned: EVR proposes approximately 35 additional years at Fording River.
- Mining engineering co-ops get support: EVR lists travel and fee assistance plus priority consideration for professional roles after graduation.
What critics are saying
- Mechanics rotate between days and nights: EVR's listed site-based role requires both types of shift.
- Water liabilities follow mining: runoff through EVR waste rock carries selenium and nitrate into the watershed.
- Expansion faces review: June 2026 regulators required engagement on water, wildlife and reclamation for EVR's assessment.
What makes Elk Valley Resources unique
- Steelmakers own part of their supplier: Nippon Steel and POSCO together hold 23% of EVR.
- Export infrastructure includes an ownership stake: EVR holds 46% of Neptune Terminals.
- A former mine trains new recruits: EVR uses Coal Mountain as an employee training campus.
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