Job Description

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Who We Are:

Welcome to Vale. Our purpose is to improve life and transform the future. Together. We value our workforce and strive to offer continuous training and career development opportunities for our people.

Vale Base Metals is one of the world\'s largest producers of high-quality nickel and an important producer of copper and responsibly sourced cobalt. With headquarters in Toronto, Canada, and operations in Newfoundland & Labrador, Ontario, Manitoba, UK, Indonesia, and Brazil, we are delivering the critical building blocks for a cleaner, greener future.

Applying the latest technologies to sustainably mine the critical minerals that power electric vehicles, build renewable energy solutions, and help develop life-saving medical equipment is at the heart of what we do.

We have a proud history of mining in Manitoba. 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.

We invite you to be part of our evolution.

Our Team:

Our dedicated Learning and Development team is committed to fostering growth and innovation. With a passion for continuous learning, we support and deliver tailored programs that empower our organization\'s members to excel and adapt in an ever-evolving landscape. Through collaboration and cutting-edge methods, we cultivate a culture of knowledge sharing and skill enhancement, driving both individual and collective success."

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Superintendent, Learning & Development to join our Learning and Development team in Thompson, Manitoba. This is a permanent position working on site.

The Superintendent Learning & Development, leads and manages the Manitoba Learning & Development team and works collaboratively with other Managers, Superintendents, and Supervisors within the functional and cross functional areas of the Manitoba Operations to deliver learning and development to Production and Maintenance employees. The Superintendent effectively administers approved training plans through the management of their team and other resources, in turn meeting the current and future business needs of the Manitoba Operations.

The Superintendent is to support the Manager of Human Resources in achieving established goals and objectives through continuous improvement. This role supports the alignment and implementation of both regional and local Learning and Development objectives at the site level in the Manitoba Operations Mines and Surface Plants.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Manage and lead the Manitoba Learning & Development team to deliver training to all Production and Maintenance employees in the Manitoba Operations to meet all Learning and Development requirements in compliance with company health & safety standards, legislated regulations, functional competency and proficiency, and company policies and standards.
• Develop and implement the Learning & Development strategy and work plans to deliver training and initiatives to the Manitoba operations.
• Put processes, routines, and programs in place to deliver training to all Production & Maintenance employees in the Manitoba Operations to effectively in safe, competent, and proficient way and support integration of new employees into their operational roles.
• Develop strong relationships with all operational customers including plant managers and superintendents to deliver a high standard of training delivery to the business.
• Source, acquire and coordinate external service providers and instructors to deliver specialized training and meet training needs.
• Supervise and develop a team of trainers and implement development plans to close gaps to effectively meet all of the sites training needs without depending on acquiring external trainers.
• Manage the Learning & Development training budgets including input to budget preparation, managing the budget, budget forecasting and making decisions on the appropriateness of upcoming projects and improvements.
• Plan and coordinate occupational functional training for all departments across the site
• Ensure Manitoba Operations training reports and requests for information are completed for the purpose of compliance to government regulations and corporate standards.
• Acts as the Company Signing Authority for legislated Manitoba Modular Training programs.
• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the VALER training building.

About You

Education:

• Certified Training and Development Professional (CTDP) certification is preferred.

Experience:

• 5-7 years of experience in a similar role.

Skills:

• Skilled user of Excel and other MS tools.
• Ability to manage changing priorities.
• Solid background in maintenance, operations and technical areas
• Demonstrated understanding of budget tracking and working within departmental schedules and budgets.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate, influence, and collaborate with others to build effective working relationships and teams.
• Strong communication skills and development of concise documents and presentation materials.

How can Vale grow your career?

The Superintendent, Learning and Development is a critical position that will allow the right to provide direct input into the safe operation of the Manitoba Operations. 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, 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
• On site Gym facilities.
• Online training and career development opportunities

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.

Include to Transform

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 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.

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

Grade: 15V

Apply by: September 15, 2023

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