Teck tailors unique career paths for employees

Ariel Poznikoff has worked at trail operations of Teck Resources Limited for eight years, yet she continues to discover new things in her familiar environment.

“My overall experience at Teck has been a fun learning journey and I’ve really enjoyed that part of it,” she says. “I’ve spent a majority of my time at this site working with great people who are like a community to me.”

Headquartered in Vancouver, Teck is a leading Canadian resource company with over 7,200 employees across world-class copper and zinc operations in North and South America. The company is focused on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition.

Poznikoff’s passion for learning is supported by the company’s commitment to providing the opportunities, training and development programs that employees need to succeed.

“An important part of our job at Teck is making sure we’re creating meaningful career paths and engaging work for our employees,” says Patrick Doyle, vice-president, human resources and talent. “We provide our employees the tools and skillset they need to fulfil their potential and make an impactful contribution to an organization that’s trying to make a difference in the world.”

As an operator instructor, Poznikoff plays an important role in driving Teck’s culture of safety. She meets with shift leaders and team members daily to make sure they are updated on Teck’s training and safety practices, and hosts regular crew talks that focus on specific topics such as safety shares and feedback to help develop new programs.

Poznikoff says she learns from her colleagues’ diverse experiences at Teck and participates in the Leading for the Future mentorship program, where she is able to both receive valuable guidance and offer mentorship to others.

“I’ve had many mentors in my career at Teck and I am glad that I have this chance to provide feedback that is always valued,” she says. “I really value the opportunity to work with people who have since retired and gather as many stories as possible on how things have been improved at our operations site as the continuous improvement is important.”

Teck’s office spaces foster collaboration and balance social engagement for both group and individual work. Its hybrid model allows employees to split time between home and office, staying connected through online platforms and in-person events. Teck also supports and encourages employees to invest time back into their communities through volunteering initiatives and participating in community activities, such as the United Way and youth sports.

Teck’s comprehensive approach in providing employees with the best possible career paths based on their individual needs enables employees like Poznikoff to stay and grow in one place or see different parts of the world where Teck operates, says Doyle.

“We put a lot of thought into the employment experience and customize career paths to help everyone succeed, whether you prefer to settle in one city to raise your family or explore the world,” he says. “Our culture is built on caring for our people, and we always prioritize their well-being.”

This story was produced by Mediacorp in partnership with Postmedia, on behalf of Teck Resources Ltd.