Central Services Planner

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 skillset working alongside dedicated employees from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.   

We are seeking qualified individuals for the role of Central Services Planner. This position will be based in Labrador West, NL. This position will require candidates to work a 5/2 rotation Monday – Friday. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for proper planning of all maintenance activities related to the Central Services.
• Monitor and analyze maintenance reports, work orders, and history to optimize effective and efficient procedures, planning, and scheduling.
• Ensure behavior is compliant with the site’s Safety Management Plan.
• Work with Central Services, coordinators, and supervisors to develop short, mid, and long-term plans for equipment maintenance.
• Ensure that site-related records are filed following company policy and statutory and contractual requirements.
• Contributes to Maintenance Shutdown planning strategies to identify and prioritize future maintenance requirements and work with mill operations, engineering, maintenance, and outside contractors to ensure successful and safe execution.
• Efficient ordering of parts through appropriate channels and approvals to execute sound planning activities.
• Ensure the maintenance system is fully utilized to ensure transparency across the business and maintained accordingly.
• Liaise with Central Services, with purchasing and communicate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure resources are available when required.
• Provide feedback to relevant leadership personnel regarding site issues that may affect the operating and financial performance of the operation and equipment.
• Provide Central Services Manager with monthly reports and assist with changes where necessary.
• Use the established systems to track maintenance activities against targets and notify leadership of gaps.
• Constantly seek continuous improvement opportunities.
• Schedule shop and Central Services contractors’ projects
• Support for Central Services Department

Skills and Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of processing facility operations in the Mining industry, including Plant maintenance, safety, maintenance, equipment, and staff utilization.
• Ellipse/CMMS knowledge preferred
• Project management with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience in document control systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively train and mentor employees. 
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills 
• Comfortable with a fast-paced environment.  
• Excellent work ethic and attendance record
• Knowledge in Fabrication, Machining & Welding is essential
• Ability to read, understand and do material take-offs from drawings

Education:

• Journeyperson Trade Certificate or Technical Diploma (Preferred) 
• Engineering Degree (Mechanical/Manufacturing)

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.