Predictive Maintenance Specialist

Why TACORA?

Tacora Resources Inc. (Tacora) is an innovative iron ore mining and development company focused on the acquisition and revitalization of iron ore assets. Our mining and processing facility, Scully Mine, is located in Wabush, Labrador, Canada. Tacora is servicing high demand customers throughout Europe, the Middle East, and Asia to provide high-grade and high-quality iron ore products.

As a Tacora Resources employee, you will become part of a supportive, performance‐driven, highly engaged, dynamic environment. We focus on creating a work environment where employees can utilize their skills and knowledge while maintaining a team-based, inclusive approach to meeting greater challenges. We maintain straight lines of communication between our operations and management, so we can move collectively toward achieving our goals.

With our core values as the foundation of our Canadian operations, we are passionate about innovation, and we are excited about our future. We are collaborative in our approach to projects and with our entrepreneurial spirit, we aim to dig deeper and reach higher. We are innovative, turning obstacles into opportunities – and we do it all in ways that are safe and sustainable. We place the highest priority on employee safety, protecting the environment, and enhancing the development of the communities where we operate. At TACORA, we are a team.

At TACORA, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive and diverse work environment. You will be provided with the opportunity to expand your knowledge and skillset working alongside dedicated employees from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.

We are seeking qualified individuals for the role of Predictive Maintenance Specialist. Tacora is seeking a mechanically inclined, hands-on technician with a talent for diagnosing equipment issues, making practical reliability recommendations, and working safely and independently. This is an ideal role for someone who is curious, motivated to learn, and confident working with minimal supervision. Please note that this is not a fly-in, fly-out position and will be based in Labrador West, NL requiring candidates to work 7-days on/7-days off 12-hour rotation.

We're looking for someone who:

- Has a strong mechanical mindset and troubleshooting ability

- Takes initiative and learns proactively

- Is dependable, detail-oriented, and safety-focused

- Enjoys being part of a team but thrives with autonomy

- Wants to grow into advanced condition monitoring technologies

Roles and Responsibilities:

- Assist in developing and continuously improving the Predictive Maintenance (PDM) program across Vibration, Thermography and Lubrication Technologies

- Execute and refine condition monitoring routes

- Perform the routes adequately according to the preventive maintenance program:

- Vibration Analysis Routes

- Visual Detail Inspections Routes

- Oil samples Routes

- Thermography Routes

- Identify deficiencies and suggest corrective actions or accessibility/safety improvements

- Support root cause analysis (RCA) efforts with relevant vibration/lube insights

- Help develop and maintain KPI dashboards to track the reliability program’s performance

- Organize and maintain lube storage areas using 5S methodology

- Sort

- Set in Order

- Shine

- Standardize

- Sustain

- Complete assigned work orders responsibly, safely and on time

Career Path & Training:

- Technicians will begin at Level I as a Lubrication/Vibration Technician (MLA I and CAT I certified), with opportunities to progress through Levels II, III, and IV.

- Advancement is based on the completion of recognized industry certifications and demonstrated growth in technical skills, reliability knowledge, and field performance.

- As part of this development path, technicians will be expected to expand their expertise across all core condition monitoring technologies, building a well-rounded and industry-aligned predictive maintenance skillset.

Skills, Qualifications & Education:

- Experience in condition monitoring and lubrication practices is a strong asset—certifications such as MLA I/II or ISO CAT I/II are preferred.

- Journeyperson certification in a mechanical trade (Mechanic or Millwright) or equivalent hands-on industrial maintenance experience would be considered an asset.

- Candidates with a Professional Technologist (PTech) background in Mechanical or Electrical fields will also be considered.

- Strong computer literacy is essential, including proficiency in Word, Powerpoint, Excel, PI Vision, and familiarity with digital tools such as AI-based analytics, data collectors, and CMMS platforms.

- Solid understanding of equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and reliability principles.

- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team environment.

- Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.

- Committed to maintaining high safety standards.

- Displays respect, empathy, and professionalism in all interactions with team members and stakeholders.

License:

Driver’s License (Required)

We are an equal opportunity employer!

Only those candidates who most align with the ideal candidate profile will be contacted by Tacora Resources for an interview.