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 a Project & Shutdown Management Lead to join our Project Execution Team in Long Harbour.This permanent position will be on a 4x10s schedule, working either Monday to Thursday, or Tuesday to Friday at our Long Harbour Operations Site.As a Project & Shutdown Management Lead you will lead $10-15M annual projects, which includes the management and coordination of all activities from FEL 1 studies to AFE approval, execution and handover to the Project Owner. This also includes management of detailed engineering design, procurement, project controls, systems, construction support and management services for individual projects.Additionally, in this position you will:

• Execute approved Capital, Operating, and Period projects and shutdowns from FEL 1 through final execution including related commissioning/operational readiness (12-24 month horizon).
• Lead PHRs, JHAs, MOCs, Lift Plans and manage the Project Risk registry as required for the safe execution of the project.
• Provide updates to Superintendent on additional tasks required (Field Work Instructions-FWI) and Contract Change Orders (CCO) to complete the project, along with impact to schedule and mitigation actions.
• Ensure adequate contractor audits for quality, qualifications, compliance, invoice auditing are performed including the support from the project engineer.
• Perform regular field visits to ensure compliance to commissioning, quality and operational readiness processes.
• Manage, monitor and report on project/shutdown cost, cash forecasting and variance explanations with Projects Controls Coordinator.
• Liaise with Service Procurement Group while managing requisitions and performing Technical and Commercial Evaluations.

About YouEducation:

• A minimum post-secondary education in an engineering, technical or trades discipline.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Professional Engineer (P. Eng) or Professional Technologist (P. Tech) designation would be an asset.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 yearsxe2x80x99 experience in a project management related role.

Skills:

• Preferred knowledge and understanding of VPS Technical and project management principles and strategies.
• Strong project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal, time management and organization skills.
• Experience using SAP would be an asset.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).

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)
• Flexible work arrangements
• 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.Pay Grade: F5TApply by: Wednesday March 26th, 2025#ValeBaseMetals

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