OPERATIONS COORDINATOR
West Kootenay Operations | Castlegar, British Columbia
Company: LOCAL Industrial Partners Limited
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Reports To: Vice-President, Metal Recycling
Salary: $70,000–$90,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience
ABOUT LOCAL
LOCAL Industrial Partners is a growing, majority Indigenous-owned industrial services company specializing in demolition and decommissioning, metal recycling, environmental remediation, and industrial project services throughout Western Canada. Our work is built on safety, operational efficiency, technical expertise, and practical solutions.
We are seeking a motivated, technically minded Operations Coordinator to support our Genelle Metal Recycling Facility and regional industrial projects.
THE ROLE
Reporting to the Vice-President, Metal Recycling, you will work closely with management, project services, and field teams to plan, coordinate, and document day-to-day operations. Your work will focus on:
- Metal Recycling: Coordinating facility operations, equipment, purchasing, logistics, inventory, and operational efficiency.
- Industrial Project Services: Supporting regional demolition, decommissioning, metal recovery, environmental remediation, and industrial construction projects.
- Administration & Improvement: Maintaining accurate records, supporting cost control and reporting, and improving systems and workflows.
You will interact regularly with equipment operators, field personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients, and must be comfortable working in both office and active industrial environments.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Metal Recycling Operations
- Coordinate material receiving, processing, handling, and shipping.
- Arrange purchasing, procurement, supplier services, trucking, freight, and dispatching.
- Maintain ferrous and non-ferrous inventory records and track material movements.
- Coordinate equipment maintenance, servicing, inspections, and repairs; monitor availability to minimize downtime.
- Support processing plans, equipment utilization, productivity, and cost control.
- Track operational costs and production performance.
- Coordinate with operators, drivers, suppliers, and recycling customers.
- Support scale operations, ticket reconciliation, and shipping documentation.
Industrial Project Services
- Assist with proposals, estimates, budgets, work plans, and reviews of scopes, drawings, specifications, and technical requirements.
- Coordinate schedules, mobilization, demobilization, equipment, personnel, materials, trucking, freight, and subcontractors.
- Participate in client meetings, site visits, planning discussions, and project reviews.
- Support project safety planning and compliance with company procedures.
- Monitor progress, costs, schedules, and resource use; help resolve operational challenges.
- Coordinate communication among management, field supervisors, suppliers, and clients.
- Support project closeout, cost reconciliation, and performance reviews.
Administration & Reporting
- Review and process employee timesheets and equipment time entries.
- Assist with invoices, supporting documentation, purchase orders, supplier invoices, and cost reconciliation.
- Prepare monthly operational reports and performance summaries.
- Reconcile scale tickets, trucking records, and material movement documentation.
- Maintain safety documentation, inspection and incident records, maintenance logs, and inventory records.
- Support compliance reviews, operational analysis, continuous improvement, and special projects.
- Use 4castplus for project tracking, cost reporting, resource management, and administration, and Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams for daily coordination.
Process Improvement, Technology & AI
- Evaluate workflows and help implement standardized procedures for facility and project operations.
- Improve inventory management, equipment tracking, maintenance scheduling, reporting, equipment utilization, and cost control.
- Help implement and optimize digital tools, including 4castplus and Microsoft Office.
- Explore AI-powered tools for reporting, estimating, scheduling, document management, and data analysis.
- Identify opportunities to automate repetitive administrative tasks and improve reporting accuracy.
- Support dashboards, performance tracking, data-informed decisions, and adoption of new systems as the business grows.
- Ensure digital tools and AI use align with company policies, confidentiality requirements, and appropriate human review.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Preferred Education
- Diploma or degree in Mechanical, Civil, Industrial, or another relevant Engineering discipline.
- Engineering graduates eligible for Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) registration and Engineering Technology diploma holders are encouraged to apply.
- Equivalent education combined with relevant industrial operations experience will be considered.
Preferred Experience
- Industrial operations, construction, demolition, metal recycling, or related industries.
- Heavy equipment, particularly excavators, hydraulic shears, and material handlers.
- Operations coordination, logistics, dispatching, or project management.
- Estimating, procurement, scheduling, cost tracking, inventory management, reporting, or operational administration.
- Equipment maintenance requirements, industrial environments, and workplace safety practices.
Software & Technology
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
- Familiarity with project management, estimating, cost-control, or enterprise resource planning (ERP) software.
- 4castplus experience is an asset; training can be provided.
- Strong computer literacy and ability to learn and implement new platforms.
- Interest in AI, workflow automation, and digital process improvement. Experience with ChatGPT, Claude (Anthropic), or Microsoft Copilot is an asset.
- Ability to organize, interpret, and analyze operational data and identify practical ways technology can improve productivity.
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
- Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Technical aptitude and interest in heavy equipment and industrial operations.
- Practical problem-solving skills and sound operational judgment.
- Clear written and verbal communication.
- Ability to interpret technical information, equipment specifications, and project documents.
- Accuracy in cost tracking, reporting, and operational records.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with field teams and management.
- Initiative, adaptability, and a hands-on approach to understanding field challenges.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Salary: $70,000–$90,000 annually, based on qualifications, experience, and demonstrated capabilities.
- Employee Benefits: Company-sponsored benefits, with coverage and eligibility governed by the applicable plan.
- Profit Sharing: Participation opportunities may be available, subject to company performance, individual contributions, and management discretion.
- Professional Development: Ongoing training, technical development, and opportunities for career advancement.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Based primarily at LOCAL’s Castlegar, BC operations, this role combines office coordination with visits to active industrial facilities, recycling operations, and regional project sites throughout the West Kootenay. Occasional travel within British Columbia and Alberta may be required.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
The successful candidate may be required to complete applicable screening, including:
- Verification of education, qualifications, and certifications.
- A valid Class 5 driver’s licence and satisfactory driver’s abstract.
- Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing where applicable to safety-sensitive duties and permitted by law.
- Safety orientations, training, or client-specific screening.
Screening will follow applicable legislation, company policies, and operational requirements.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT & ENGINEERING MENTORSHIP
LOCAL employs Professional Engineers (P.Eng.) registered in British Columbia and Alberta, offering graduates and E.I.T.s access to experienced technical professionals and mentorship.
Gain practical experience in industrial operations, project management, estimating, equipment management, demolition engineering, process optimization, and operational leadership. Candidates pursuing professional engineering registration can develop technical competencies through hands-on work and mentorship. Qualifying experience depends on the work performed and applicable regulatory requirements.
As LOCAL grows, opportunities may lead to Operations Management, Project Management, or other technical leadership positions.
LIFE IN THE WEST KOOTENAYS
Build your career in a region known for mountain scenery, four-season recreation, welcoming communities, and a relaxed pace of life. Genelle is centrally located between Trail and Castlegar, approximately 15 minutes from either community, 30 minutes from Rossland, and 50 minutes from Nelson.
Enjoy skiing and snowboarding at RED Mountain and Whitewater, extensive mountain biking and hiking trails, and fishing, boating, and paddleboarding on the Columbia River and Kootenay Lake. Camping, golfing, climbing, and backcountry adventures are close to home.
WHY JOIN LOCAL?
Join an expanding, majority Indigenous-owned company where you can contribute to operational decisions, gain diverse industrial experience, and help introduce modern technology. Work with a collaborative team focused on safety, efficiency, innovation, and results while building your career and enjoying the West Kootenay lifestyle.
