Job Description

:Ready to build a rewarding career in an industry that is growing?Who We AreWe are a global mining company dedicated to safely delivering nickel, copper, cobalt, and platinum group metals essential for the worldxe2x80x99s energy transition.Our mission is to improve lives and shape a better future together.From utensils to cellphones to satellites, our operations simplify daily life and enhance connectivity. Our metals are integral to life-saving medical equipment and the electric vehicles driving the fight against climate change xe2x80x93 our work truly matters.Join our diverse team of 15,000 talented individuals committed to transforming critical minerals into prosperity and sustainable development in countries like Canada, Brazil, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, and Japan. We invite you to use your skills with us and contribute to something meaningful and enduring.The OpportunityWe are currently seeking two (2) Emergency Response Leads to join our Health, Safety, and Risk Team in Long Harbour, NL.These are permanent on-site positions, working a 7 day on 7 day off (rotating days and nights) shift schedule at our Long Harbour Operations site.As an Emergency Response Lead, you will lead the training and emergency response supervision of auxiliary Emergency Response team members to ensure that Operations are adequately prepared for site emergency response and capable of protecting people, property and the environment. Your experience and skills will allow you to ensure the Emergency Response Plan (ERP) is adequately established and incorporated into the Crisis Management System, providing uninterrupted continuity of the emergency response plan to ensure incident command is in place for a broad range of response scenarios. Reporting to the site Health, Safety, and Risk Superintendent in LH, the ER Lead is a trainer and a team member that will ensure the day-to-day readiness and for the protection of people, property, and the environment at the Long Harbour Operations site.Additionally, in this position you will:

• Adhere to the site Emergency Response Plan for all response scenarios at the Long Harbour Operations site and lead a team of auxiliary Emergency Response Team (AERT) members in all emergency scenarios including but not limited to medical, fire, gas response, hazardous materials, dam/water retaining structure failure, environmental response, etc.
• Ensure 24-hour continuity of Emergency Response Incident Command on site through shift hand over and on call support as scheduled.
• Provide leadership and technical support to all AERT members on shift ensuring necessary resources are on site and available to respond. As well as train and check competency of the AERT members in accordance with the AERT training program and ensure training records are entered into the Vale Education System (VES).
• Support drills in accordance with site response plan including emergency evacuation and shelter-in-place and ensure readiness of all emergency response assets through required inspections.
• Support third party testing of fire alarm equipment and systems along with troubleshoot fire alarm panel issues.
• Maintain emergency response equipment to applicable legislative requirements and provide technical support and guidance for out of service fire protection equipment or system.
• Participate in effectiveness checks of emergency response critical controls and support the development and review of rescue plans for confined space entry, working at heights, etc.
• Ensure the systems and programs which are developed are aligned with Provincial OHS, NFPA and Vale Standards. Along with all other work as planned by site Emergency Response Supervisor/Health, Safety, and Risk Superintendent.

About YouEducation:

• A minimum of a college diploma in an accredited 1-year firefighter program is required.
• Mandatory Certifications:

• NFPA Firefighter Level I and II.
• Class 5 or equivalent driver's license.
• NFPA 472 - Hazardous Materials - Operations.
• Preferred Certifications:

• Pump Operations, Hydraulics, Driver/Operator Airbrake endorsement.
• EMT (Emergency Medical Tech) or AMFR (Advanced Medical First Aid).
• NFPA 1081 - Industrial Firefighter or NFPA 1051 xe2x80x93 Wildland Firefighting
• NFPA 1006
• NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor Level 1.

Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years in a similar role is required.
• Experience in a fire/rescue or wildfire setting is an asset.

Skills:

• Competent knowledge of applicable OH&S and NFPA legislation.
• Familiar with NFPA codes based on fire protection systems.
• Experience delivering in class and practical training.
• Excellent communication (written and oral).
• Able to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal skills, analytical thinking, and leadership qualities.

What We Offer You

• Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan
• Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package
• Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)
• Leave for all of lifexe2x80x99s reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental)
• Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Virtual Healthcare online
• Online training and career development opportunities
• A Bus Service departing from the St. Johnxe2x80x99s vicinity.

Why Newfoundland and LabradorNewfoundland and Labrador, Canada's easternmost province, is known for its rugged coastline, rich cultural heritage, and significant natural resources. The province's economy is bolstered by a robust mining sector, where our operations play a crucial role. At Long Harbour, we operate a state-of-the-art processing plant, which refines nickel concentrate from the Voisey's Bay mine into finished nickel, copper, and cobalt products. This plant is a cornerstone of our commitment to value-added processing in Canada. Meanwhile, the Voisey's Bay mine, located in Labrador, is one of the world's most substantial nickel deposits. It provides high-quality nickel, copper, and cobalt, essential for the 21st century economy.Include to TransformAt Vale Base Metals, 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 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 xe2x80x93 they are critical 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 an equal opportunity employer seeking to increase diversity across our operations and improve equal opportunity at Vale and in the mining industry.Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.Interested applicants must submit their application online at .Pay Grade: F6TApply by: Friday May 9th, 2025#ValeBaseMetals

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