Elk valley resources

Senior Lead, Professional Practice

Sparwood, BC Full Time
Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team. 
 
Application Deadline: May 17, 2026
 
What we offer: 
 
At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys. 
 
EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development. 
 
We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions. 
 
We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs. 
 
 About the role:  

Reporting to the Director of Technical Services, the Senior Lead, Professional Practice is accountable for the strategic development, implementation, and continuous evolution of EVR’s Professional Practice Program across British Columbia and Alberta. This role ensures regulatory compliance with bodies such as EGBC, APEGA, ASTTBC etc. while advancing professional governance as an integrated, value-driven function across the organization.

To be successful, we are looking for a strong leader with exceptional written, listening and influencing skills. The role partners closely with site teams and central support functions to embed professional practice requirements into day-to-day operations and business processes, strengthening risk management and enabling consistent, high-quality professional practice. The Senior Lead also works closely with the Responsible Registrants across the various areas of practice. We require someone with strong communication skills with a demonstrated affinity for relationship building within EVR and external stakeholder groups. As a recognized leader and trusted advisor, the Senior Lead fosters a strong culture of professionalism, accountability, and ethical practice across EVR.

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of 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! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!