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 operation, 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 in which we operate. At TACORA, we are family.
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 skill set by working alongside dedicated employees from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.
We are seeking qualified individuals for the role of Plant Maintenance Planner. Please note that this is not a fly-in, fly-out position and will be based in Labrador West, NL. This position will be on a 5x2 Monday to Friday rotation – 8-hour day shifts
Job Responsibilities:
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Work with Maintenance planning leadership, coordinators, and planners to develop short, mid, and long-term plans for equipment maintenance.
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Accountable to lead all planning activities for major shutdowns.
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Develop quality work plans for area maintenance and operational teams for all shutdown work.
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Ensure shutdown job package content adheres to safety standards, quality specifications and regulatory requirements.
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Coordinate area planners to also deliver quality work packages for all shutdown work.
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Work with maintenance execution and project teams to execute business wide shutdown strategies, develop detailed asset plans, create master schedules, and optimize execution plans across multiple departments and external stakeholders.
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Assist shutdown coordinator and execution teams with securing the necessary personnel, equipment, and materials for shutdowns.
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Work closely with shutdown coordinator to manage the shutdown budget, track expenses, and seek opportunities for cost reduction without compromising safety or quality.
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Support daily coordination meetings during shutdown execution, ensuring important information is captured, tracked and communicated for post review and future shutdowns.
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Liaise with Maintenance Supervisors and purchasing and communicate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure resources are available when required.
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Provide feedback to relevant leadership personnel regarding site issues that may affect the operating and financial performance of the operation and equipment.
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Provide Plant Maintenance Superintendent with monthly reports and assist with changes where necessary.
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Use the established systems to track shutdown activities against targets and notify leadership of gaps.
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Contribute to the annual equipment budget where required.
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Constantly seek continuous improvement opportunities.
Skills and Qualifications:
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Working knowledge of processing facility operations in the Mining industry, including Plant maintenance, safety, maintenance, equipment, and staff utilization.
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Ellipse/CMMS knowledge preferred
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Project management with the ability to meet deadlines.
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Experience in document control systems.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively train and mentor employees.
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Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
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Comfortable with a fast-paced environment.
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Excellent work ethic and attendance record.
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10+ years minimum planning experience
Education:
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Journeyperson Trade Certificate or Technical Diploma (Preferred)
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Engineering Degree (Mechanical/Industrial/ Electrical/Process)
License:
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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
