Manager, Site Maintenance

Skeena Gold + Silver Limited is a Canadian mining company with a portfolio of exploration and development projects located in northwest British Columbia, Canada. Our current focus is on the revitalization of the high-grade, past-producing Eskay Creek gold-silver mine. Skeena is committed to leading the industry in reconciliation, diversity, and inclusion and we work in close collaboration with our Indigenous partners, leveraging their traditional knowledge and respect for the land.

As a Skeena employee, you will become part of a dynamic, innovative, and results-driven work environment. Together, alongside colleagues of diverse backgrounds and experience you will help us operate safely, protect the environment, positively contribute to our local communities and build a state of the art mine in Canada. Come join our team to be a part of this amazing opportunity

Job Title: Manager, Site Maintenance
Reporting directly to the General Manager, Eskay Creek, the Manager, Site Maintenance is responsible for overseeing all site maintenance activities and upgrades to existing Eskay Creek facilities.

This role will lead the site-based teams and contractors in ensuring all project safety regulations and health and safety procedures are implemented for execution of work at Eskay Creek.

This role will form a key part of the Site Leadership Team and be responsible for overall site safety and culture at Eskay Creek.

Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

Team Leadership & Staff Management

• Oversee a team of staff and contractors to deliver maintenance and upkeep services for the Eskay Creek mine site and associated infrastructure.
• Provide guidance and oversight to direct reports to support growth and development, driving performance excellence.
• Provide regular coaching, feedback, and recognition to team members.
• Promote team building at all levels, and a respectful cross-cultural work environment.
• Encourage a collaborative environment between all team members.

Facilities & Infrastructure Management

• Ensure camp infrastructure is properly maintained, and issues are resolved promptly.
• Ensure all site facilities are inspected, serviced, and maintained to a regular schedule.
• Undertake planned property inspections for all sites.
• Ensure winterization routes are completed for each season as required.
• Review existing operations regularly to reduce costs and improve operational standards.

Plant & Utility Operations

• Operate permanent plants including generators, wastewater treatment, potable water treatment, incinerators, and contact water treatment.
• Ensure all Critical Environment (CEM) requirements are met.
• Ensure all planned maintenance activities are completed as per scheduled programs.
• Commission and manage new infrastructure as it is constructed and completed.

Road and Access Maintenance

• Ensure access roads are properly maintained.
• Ensure staff understand the quality of maintenance required.
• Manage cost and quality of road maintenance contractor performance.

Vendor & Subcontractor Management

• Manage vendors including implementing access control and security protocols.
• Ensure procedures are followed by all sub-contractors delivering services.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Comply with health and safety guidelines, policies, and site rules.
• Ensure escalation procedures and incident reporting protocols are implemented and maintained.
• Inform Senior Management of any Safety or Environmental issues without undue delay.

Contract Performance Monitoring

• Monitor contract performance measures to ensure consistent compliance.
• Provide senior management with weekly reports covering safety, maintenance, security, and operating issues.

Logistics & Waste Management

• Assist with all site-related logistics.
• Assist with all site waste management systems.

Stakeholder Communication

• Work closely with Project Managers, Construction Managers, Site Managers, Vendors, and external Regulators.
• Communicate effectively to ensure smooth operations across all teams.

Other Responsibilities

• Perform all other duties as required by the company.

The Ideal Candidate

Education / Qualifications:

• Diploma or degree in Engineering, Maintenance Management, Trades, Facilities Management, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver's License

Experience / Skills:

• 7–10+ years of progressive maintenance experience in mining, heavy industrial, energy, remote operations, or related sectors.
• 5+ years in a supervisory or management role leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• Direct experience working in remote camp environments or fly-in/fly-out project sites.
• Strong knowledge of camp facilities, utilities, generators, water/wastewater systems, and site infrastructure.
• Experience managing contractors, vendors, and service providers.
• Proven commitment to health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to build collaborative, cross-cultural teams.
• Proficiency with maintenance planning, scheduling, and reporting.

This is a site-based camp job at Eskay Creek Mine site. This position involves working at a remote mine site on a 15 days on/13 days off rotation.     

The Eskay Creek Revitalization Project is located within the Coast Mountains of Northwestern British Columbia and Tahltan Territory. Ground transportation will be provided from local communities to the Eskay Creek Site facilities. For those applicants located elsewhere in western Canada, flight transportation from major urban centers will be provided to the Terrace or Smithers airports, from which shuttles will provide transportation to the Eskay Creek Camp facilities. Travel time and expenses are subject to Skeena's Travel Policy.    

There will be exposure to extreme temperatures in all seasons including working outdoors in snow, mud, ice, and water conditions, walking to and from different locations on uneven ground, prolonged periods of standing and physically handling/lifting/moving heavy objects.      

Compensation
The expected salary range for this position is CAD $150,000-$170,000, in line with the competitive job market for such roles carried out in British Columbia. Salary ranges are guidelines, and any job offer received by a candidate will be determined on a number of factors such as relevant education, training, and/or experience.

All Applicants MUST be legally entitled to work in Canada. Priority hiring consideration will be given to Indigenous Nations members who reside within the territories our projects are located.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.