Operational Readiness Manager

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!

Reporting directly to the VP, Project Engineering & Construction, or their designate, the Operational Readiness Manager will play a critical role in transitioning the Eskay Creek Project from construction to operational status. This role is essential to ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely commissioning and ramp-up of process operations and site infrastructure.

The Ideal Candidate

Experience / Skills

Work Location & Conditions

This role will be initially based in the Vancouver Corporate office, but will require monthly trips to the Eskay Creek site. As the project advanced through construction, site visits will increase in duration, up to approximately 50% of time at site.

This job requires the incumbent to be able to work away from home and to be able to travel to different work locations or events outside of regular office hours as well as traveling to Skeena’s remote project sites and collaborate with internal and external parties.

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.

The expected salary range for this position is CA$150,000 - CA$225,000, 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.