Manager, Mobile Maintenance

Join to apply for the Manager, Mobile Maintenance role at Skeena Gold + Silver Overview 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. Job Title Manager, Mobile Maintenance Reporting To General Manager, Eskay Creek Responsibilities Lead the mobile maintenance department, ensuring alignment with site production goals and corporate objectives. Mentor, coach, and develop leaders, coordinators, and tradespeople to build a high performing, engaged maintenance team. Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to maximize equipment availability and reliability. Oversee maintenance planning, scheduling, and execution for mobile equipment fleets. Lead annual budget preparation and actively manage cost control for both capital and operating expenditures, balancing efficiency with operational needs. Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, OEMs, and suppliers, managing service contracts, warranty negotiations, and vendor performance. Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and company policies in all maintenance activities. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging data analytics and condition monitoring technologies. Collaborate with operations, engineering, and supply chain teams to optimize equipment performance and lifecycle management. All other duties as reasonably assigned. Ideal Candidate Education / Qualifications Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mining Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience). Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence. Experience / Skills 10+ years of Mobile Maintenance experience in an open pit mining environment, including 5+ years in a maintenance management role. Strong knowledge of mobile mining equipment maintenance, reliability strategies, and implementation of central maintenance management systems (CMMS). Proven track record in budget management, cost reduction, progressing critical spare inventory and equipment performance improvement. Exceptional leadership, communication, and change management skills. Experience managing contractors and support agreements, ensuring adherence to terms and overseeing performance. Detail oriented with excessive attention to detail. Exhibits a high degree of responsibility for confidential matters. Effective team player who can jump in wherever needed. Strong interpersonal and reasoning skills, with proven problem‑solving abilities. Highly self‑motivated and able to work independently as well as with others. Work Location & Conditions This is a site‑based camp job at Eskay Creek Mine site. The 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 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. Exposure to extreme temperatures in all seasons, 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, and moving heavy objects. Compensation The expected hourly/salary range for this position is CAD$170,000-$200,000 in line with the competitive job market for such roles carried out in British Columbia. Job Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industry: Mining EEO & Diversity 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; only those considered for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr