Job Description

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Who We are:

Welcome to Vale in Canada. As a leader in the mining industry, our responsibility is to positively impact our people, communities and the environment. We value our workforce and offer continuous training and career development opportunities for our people.

Vale is a global leader in the production of iron ore and one of the largest producers of nickel. Active in Canada for over 100 years, Vale employs nearly 6,000 people across our corporate office in Toronto and sites in Manitoba, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador. Applying the latest technologies to sustainably produce nickel, copper, cobalt, platinum group metals, gold and silver is at the heart of what we do.

With our global headquarters in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and approximately 125,000 employees in over 30 countries, Vale is constantly growing and changing. We invite you to be part of our evolution.

We have a proud history of mining in Manitoba, dating back to 1956 when we discovered the Thompson Nickel belt. Our operations in Thompson, with two operating mines, is located in the awe-inspiring heart of the northern boreal region. It has a strong future in mining and milling, with an ongoing mission to grow as a safe, prosperous and sustainable nickel producer.

Our Team:

The Thompson Mines Technical Services (MTS) Team is integral to the success of the operations in being a safe and reliable producer. We aim to design and plan safe, sustainable ore extraction through technical excellence in the areas of geology, mine planning, ventilation, backfill, ground control, drill/blast and survey control.

The Opportunity

Do you value safety and risk management and make it a priority just as we do? Are you motivated to work collaboratively in a team environment?

We are currently seeking a Divisional Supervisor to join our Mines Technical Engineering Team in Thompson, MB. Reporting to the Mines Technical Services Manager. This is a permanent position.

As the Divisional Supervisor, you will provide direct supervision and leadership to the Mid-Range and Annual Capital Development team in Thompson, MB that will ensure the mine plans are based on sound engineering principles that meet or exceed all safety, production and cost requirements.

Additionally, in this position you will

• Responsible for the preparation of mine plans for the 3\xe2\x80\x9324-month horizon to ensure plans are appropriately scheduled and resourced as per Life of Mine Plan.
• Ensure ongoing technical support to the operation to meet the Mine annual plan and objectives, seek out opportunities for continuous improvements and lead or participate in teams to implement them.
• Assist with the yearly Mine Operating and Capital Budgeting Processes and contribute to cost improvement initiatives.
• Convey the importance of safety in all aspects of planning, ensure everyone conducts themselves in a safe manner, promote all aspects of the Safe Production program.
• Assist section coordinators with scheduling of all mining activities to ensure timely execution for supporting uninterrupted production flow,
• Support Operations and the Integrated Operation Schedule process (IOS) in adherence to the schedule. Tracking data and KPI reports
• Supervise and oversee the activities of the Mid-Range and Annual Capital Development team, for their assigned area, Identify & coordinate required training for employees.

About You:

• Technical Diploma in Mining or related discipline or high school diploma with strong skills in math and computer skills.
• Minimum of 5 years of Mine Technical Services experience is required
• Underground mine design, mine engineering, scheduling, and high level of understanding of underground mining activities
• Knowledge of engineering planning software Deswik is an asset
• Expert in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of cash flow modeling techniques and mineral economics is an asset
• Forward-thinking creativity a plus \xe2\x80\x93 not only use proven standard methodologies, but also promote new insights and processes to maximize the value of our mineral resources

How can Vale grow your career?

• Vale Canada offers a series of benefits including:
• Competitive salary
• Attractive pension and benefits (company paid core coverage, flex health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)
• Leave for all of life\xe2\x80\x99s reasons (vacation, flex, sick, top up for maternity/parental)
• Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion and career growth
• Online training and career development opportunities
• Opportunities to grow your career in a large global company, and mining industry leader
• On site Gym Facilities
• Participation in our Employee Family Assistance Program

Difference Makes All the Difference

At Vale, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive work environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. Vale encourages everyone to express their ideas and opinions and Vale values the plurality of individual profiles. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome \xe2\x80\x93 they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or any other personal consideration that makes us different.

Vale is seeking to increase diversity across our operations and improve equal opportunity at Vale and in the mining industry.

Apply

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their application online at

Apply by: January 13, 2023

Pay Grade: 16V

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