Planner, Asset Strategy

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Hudbay Minerals Inc. is a vertically integrated mining company that operates mines, concentrators, and metal production facilities. Our vision is of a growing, well managed and consistently profitable company that provides value to our shareholders. Exploration success and continuous improvement in safety, health, environment, and operating performance drive the company’s value. Our employees at every level of the company demonstrate ethics and integrity, take on accountability and achieve success. Strategic planning is a core strength with plan execution enhanced by high levels of understanding and collaboration. Our company strives to build mutual trust and respect with all of our stakeholder groups.

The Copper Mountain mine currently produces approximately 100 million pounds of copper equivalent per year. With a future mill expansion and the integration of New Ingerbelle, the Copper Mountain Mine is expected to produce approximately 140 million pounds of copper equivalent per year over the first 20 years of its 32-year mine life based on reserves. Copper Mountain is committed to the safe, responsible mining of copper, which is vital to powering a clean-energy future.

The Opportunity

Hudbay Minerals Inc. is seeking a Planner, Asset Strategy at our Copper Mountain Mine in Princeton, BC. This position is a 5x2, Monday to Friday, day shift schedule.

Please note that this opportunity is NOT a fly-in-fly-out position. Become a Part of Our Team

As we continue to grow Copper Mountain Mining Corporation, there are many career development opportunities available for motivated and goal-oriented individuals.

Work with us and you will benefit from the mentorship and guidance of experienced team members because we understand that in order to accomplish our goals, we must work as a team and rely on the effort of every team member.

Position Planner, Asset Strategy Location

Copper Mountain Mine is located near the town of Princeton, British Columbia at the center of the scenic Similkameen Valley. Princeton is a community-oriented town with a diverse offering of activities, especially for those who love the outdoors. Princeton is also in close proximity to both the city of Vancouver and the Okanagan.

Summary

Reporting to the Maintenance Planning Supervisor the Planner, Asset Strategy will be responsible for Maintenance of asset lifecycle models, and owner of maintenance cost tracking kpi’s. Leading and driving Zero based budgeting, and identify opportunities for improvement and promote Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

- Analyze and evaluate fleet availability and maintenance costs versus performance benchmarks and provide recommendations in order to reduce the operating cost of equipment,

- Maintenance of asset lifecycle models ensuring changes are reflected in business plans,

- Creates and fosters a respectful workplace and culture of continuous improvement,

- Consistently execute a strong maintenance business process, including major component replacement, and equipment maintenance best practices,

- Works with reliability and maintenance planning teams to ensure fit for purpose strategies are ready for new assets when they go in service, and business plans are updated,

- Maintain equipment tracking records, component tracking records and all work history,

- Experience managing projects, including budgeting, and cost analysis,

- Monitor KPIs and actively strive toward plant targets. Work within assigned budgets and escalate to management should a budget be exceeded,

- Provide detailed plans/forecasts for mine engineering department to co-ordinate mining/maintenance activities,

- Embrace a strong commitment to safety and environmental protection as top priorities, and ensure compliance with all corporate, governmental and site safety and environmental policies, procedures, and regulations.

Education & Experience

- Accounting and finance experience preferably in capital intensive industry (mining, manufacturing, oil and gas),

- Post-secondary education with a technical focus or an applicable Technician License,

- Planning experience in heavy industry with mobile mining equipment,

- Proficient user of Google Workspace, Word, and Excel,

- Previous mobile equipment planning experience is an asset,

- Possess a valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to present facts clearly,

- Superior analytical and critical thinking skills,

- Knowledge of mobile mining equipment is considered an asset,

- A working knowledge of CMMS (SAP preferred) is considered an asset,

- Ability to learn and adapt to new software quickly,

- Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills,

- Ability to work collaboratively with other team members in a positive manner,

- Required to meet pre-employment testing requirements.

Working Conditions

- Work consists of a team environment with regularly scheduled and ad-hoc meetings,

- Occasional exposure to sitting at a computer doing work online,

- Frequent exposure to uncomfortable conditions associated with the work environment such as

noise and working in dusty and wet environments.

Salary Range

$95K – $105K / annum

To Apply Please submit the posting application directly on our website at hudbayminerals.com/careers.

Copper Mountain Mine is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. While we consider all qualified applicants for employment and thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.