Deputy General Manager

Closing Date: November 4, 2026
Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
About our Anchorage Office
Teck's Anchorage office is home to an administrative team supporting our Red Dog Operations, one of the world's largest zinc mines, which is operated under an innovative agreement between Teck and landowner NANA, a Regional Alaska Native corporation owned by the Iñupiat of northwest Alaska.
Role Overview
Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations, one of the world's largest producers of zinc concentrate, is recruiting for a Deputy General Manager
Reporting to the General Manager
Responsibilities:
Work closely with the General Manager, the Manager Integrated Operations and Improvement, and the RD MLE Project Director and other members of the Site Leadership Team (SLT) to define and develop business and operational requirements to optimize design and maximize the operational ramp up and utilization of RD MLE project assets. This will include formalizing integration team engagement and ensuring prompt follow-up from site leadership for integration actions identified
Ensure collaboration with the broader leadership team and area leads to successfully deliver the various components of the RD MLE project through the operational readiness plan, inclusive of workload planning, selection of in-house and contract resources, equipment and crew mobilization, safety training and onboarding
Establish and manage a Project Management Office (PMO) for Operational Readiness, promoting effective communication and collaboration
Develop and manage a multidisciplinary Operational Readiness team, setting goals and monitoring progress
Oversee RD MLE Operational Readiness compliance with HSEC plans, budgets, schedules, and associated contracts
Participate in the RD MLE decisions with respect to regulatory issues, environmental issues and new technology affecting the mining and milling of ore and production of concentrates. A major challenge of this position is to minimize the costs without sacrificing safety and quality standards
Foster engagement between the operations and project teams to review information and deliverables to progress the design;
Ensure implementation of systems, processes, recruitment, and training of the necessary workforce
Ensure Implementation of appropriate digital systems and operational processes, including equipment testing and commissioning
Prepare annual operating and capital budgets for RD MLE Operational Readiness and Red Dog Mine’s Supply Chain Management functions
Evaluate the performance of employees in areas of accountability and recommends to the General Manager the selection, promotion, transfer and termination of personnel. The DGM also plays a key role in succession planning, ensuring development plans are in place to address vacancy and readiness risks
Manage all aspects of supply chain including purchasing/storage/delivery of all operating supplies and materials required by the operation, uphold standards for warehouse and inventory management, develop and implement of maintenance and supply chain management standards and procedures and execute departmental continuous improvement initiatives
Manage and coordinate contracts. This includes support ongoing communications and initiatives as required to enhance Teck Alaska Incorporated’s relationship with NANA, and state regulatory agencies
Support the GM with advancing initiatives to enhance Teck Alaska Incorporated’s relationship with NANA and state regulatory agencies
Enhance Red Dog’s relationship with NANA by operating within the bounds established by the Development and Operating Agreement between NANA and Teck American Incorporated
Safety Leadership (RD MLE Operational Readiness)
Integrate Health, Safety and Environment (“HSE”) guiding principles to ensure the safety of employees while protecting the environment
Utilize expertise and leadership attributes to inspire and lead by example, on an ongoing basis
Review key HSE KPIs on a regular basis; ensure HSE standards are being applied effectively, and the supply chain and operational readiness teams comply with HSE standards and legal requirements and regulations
Ensure HSE responsibilities and authorities are defined and communicated within the organization effectively
Qualifications:
Ideal candidate typically holds a degree in Mine, Metallurgical or Mechanical Engineering, Geology, or a related field. While this educational background is the most common path, alternative educational paths coupled with extensive diverse site senior operations experience and demonstrated expertise in the mining industry would also be considered
Ten (10)+ years in the Mining Industry with progressively senior operating roles
Projects and operations readiness experience a benefit
Commercial and financial understanding of base metals mining is required
Proven Leadership competencies, ability to engage and build high-performing teams in complex environments and a track record in managing, mentoring, developing, coaching and directing employees
Proven change agent with quantifiable experience in planning and leading changes; measurable success in continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills effectively communicating and interacting with integrity, empathy and sincerity
Working Conditions:
Access: Anchorage Office
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Culture: At Red Dog, we believe in fostering a safe and healthy environment for all our employees. We are proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace and will include a drug test as part of our hiring process.
Why Teck
At Teck, your work matters — to the world, to our communities and to your future.
As a leading Canadian resource company, we focus on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We do this guided by our values that, together, form The Teck Way. At Teck, you’ll find purpose-driven work, a culture of respect and inclusion, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping build a better world.
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Take the next step in your career by applying for the Deputy General Manager role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Accommodations are available upon request, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Requisition ID: 54755 | Job Category: Maintenance & Trades | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Location: Red Dog | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site
Closing Date: November 4, 2026
Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
About our Anchorage Office
Teck's Anchorage office is home to an administrative team supporting our Red Dog Operations, one of the world's largest zinc mines, which is operated under an innovative agreement between Teck and landowner NANA, a Regional Alaska Native corporation owned by the Iñupiat of northwest Alaska.
Role Overview
Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations, one of the world's largest producers of zinc concentrate, is recruiting for a Deputy General Manager
Reporting to the General Manager
Responsibilities:
Work closely with the General Manager, the Manager Integrated Operations and Improvement, and the RD MLE Project Director and other members of the Site Leadership Team (SLT) to define and develop business and operational requirements to optimize design and maximize the operational ramp up and utilization of RD MLE project assets. This will include formalizing integration team engagement and ensuring prom

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