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. Our operations in Thompson, with two operating mines and concentrator plant, is 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

We are currently seeking a Senior Ventilation Specialist to join our Mines Technical Services Team in Thompson, MB. This is an onsite permanent position.

As the Senior Ventilation Specialist, you will report directly to the Chief Mine Engineer and will be responsible for coordinating ventilation across the two mine operations. This role will work with the local ventilation planners as well as interacting with the North Atlantic (NA) Central Ventilation group, the mid-range planning group, the long-range planning group, operations, maintenance, and various support groups. Work time will be split between office and field depending on the priorities of the day.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Maintain mine site ventilation numerical models, ventilation design packages and troubleshooting ventilation system issues.
• Work with NA Central Ventilation group to develop the 24-month mine ventilation plan and include required construction in the mine plan such that it is scheduled appropriately to reduce risk of impact to production.
• Train ventilation planners on the correct use of tools, applications and procedures for data collection.
• Communicate with the Central Vent Design team to support the Life of Mine Plan (LoMP) work through collection of data and identification of KPIs, trends and risks within the ventilation systems.
• Provide inputs for the site Integrated Operating Schedule.
• Develop scopes of work, as assigned, that support changes to ventilation systems within the mine.
• Maintain mine site Underground Fire and Escape Route Plans.
• Communication to varying audiences, including operations, Joint Health and Safety Committee, mine regulatory groups and mine management.
• Train ventilation staff and underground supervisors (and others) on correct use, care and calibration of measurement tools, as well as correct data collection techniques.
• Accompany ventilation planners executing regulatory ventilation data collection, per recommended schedule, to monitor procedures and quality of collection.
• Data collection and analysis, on a quarterly basis, to understand the efficiency and any changes that may be occurring within the ventilation system.
• Ensure ventilation readings are taken as per regulatory requirements and that the measured flows match those of design. Troubleshoot and advise on corrective actions as required.

About You

Education:

• Post-Secondary diploma in Mining Technology or a related discipline or Undergraduate Degree in Mining Engineering or related Engineering field

Experience:

• 5-7 years of underground mining experience is required.

Skills:

• Knowledge of Underground Mine ventilation systems, mine design and a high-level understanding of underground mining activities.
• Knowledge of ventilation modeling software is an asset.
• Expert knowledge in numerical modeling
• Expert knowledge of MS office Products (Excel, word, PowerPoint)
• Strong communication skills and development of concise documents and presentation materials
• Experience with 3D mine design software (Deswik preferred)
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

How can Vale grow your career?

The Senior Ventilation Specialist is a critical technical position that will allow the right candidate to grow their career in our mining and exploration activities in Canada. Additionally, 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)
• Flexible work arrangements
• Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth.
• Grow your career in a large and global company, and mining industry leader.
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Online training and career development opportunities
• Opportunities to advise and oversee the design, budget and construction of new mines and expansions.

Why Thompson

Thompson is known as the "Hub of the North.\xe2\x80\x9d The town was developed in the 1950s around our mine and is now a thriving community. Our home boasts a close-knit and involved community with a vibrant arts and music scene and is known for its hospitality and welcoming nature.

Thompsonites, as we call ourselves, are always ready to welcome new people to town and excited to share its gems with them. Above all, the main draw to Thompson is its unspoiled wilderness filled with waterfalls and wildlife, making it the perfect place for the adventurous soul.

From the Northern Lights to ice fishing, skating, skiing, hockey, sledding, hunting and every winter sport you can imagine, if you love the outdoors, Thompson is the perfect place for you and your family.

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

In accordance with the Accessibility for Manitobans Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

Grade: F5T

Apply by: August 11, 2023

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