Job Description

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. Our open-pit mine and concentrator in Voisey\'s Bay \xe2\x80\x93 Vale\'s only fly-in/fly-out operation in Canada \xe2\x80\x93 produces nickel-cobalt-copper concentrate and copper concentrate. An underground expansion will see a transition to a leading edge underground mine extending the life of the mine until 2034. Our state-of the-art facility in Long Harbour is the first nickel processing plant in the world to use hydrometallurgy technology to produce Plating RoundsTM from hard rock (sulphide) concentrate, with low carbon footprint compared to traditional smelter technology. A team of employees across the province provide support to the Newfoundland and Labrador Operations. The Opportunity We are currently seeking UNDERGROUND MINE OPERATOR 2\'s to join our Underground Mine Operations team in Voisey\'s Bay, NL. This is a permanent position based at the Voisey\'s Bay mine site in Labrador, a fly-in fly out operation, with a two week on, two week off rotation. Reporting to the Underground Mine Operations Supervisor, the Underground Mine Operator 2 is responsible to perform the support functions in the underground mining operation within the below areas. The Underground Mine Operator 2 is a classification within the progression plan, in which employees will have the opportunity to develop skills and experience for advancement. Shotcrete, Construction, Backfill

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  Stope prep (dump walls, ventilation, etc.).
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  Install, advance and maintain paste fill services.
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  Perform fill placement.

Haulage

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  Operate Development Scoop in a safe and efficient manner.

Development

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  Operate Development Scoop & Mechanized Rock Bolter in a safe and efficient manner.

Production (Drill & Blast)

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  Perform Mobile Bulk Blasting.

Education

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  Minimum Grade 10 secondary school or equivalent is required.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) has partnered with Vale Newfoundland and Labrador to create an alternate pathway for those interested in pursuing a career in the mining industry. Applicants who do not meet the minimum education requirements outlined above may complete a Test of Workplace Essential Skills (TOWES). Please visit https://www.cna.nl.ca for more information on the assessment preparation and offerings. To be considered for employment, applicants must successfully complete the TOWES assessment prior to submitting their application. The Individual Score Report must be submitted with the application to be considered. Experience

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  6+ years\' experience working in an underground mining operation using mechanized equipment.
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  Demonstrate a concern for Safety, Health and Environment.
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  Knowledge of safe work practices and standard operating procedures.
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  Ability to recognize hazards within an industrial workplace and understands role in assessing/managing risk.
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  Strong ability to work cooperatively within a team environment.
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  Demonstrate initiative and follow instruction.

What We Offer

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  Competitive Salary and Site Premiums.
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  Opportunity to earn an annual Employee Bonus and Underground Mines Incentive.
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  Attractive pension and benefits (company paid core coverage, flex health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans, and optional insurances)
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  Leave for all of life\'s reasons (vacation, sick, top up for maternity/parental).
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  Chartered flights within Newfoundland & Labrador.
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  24/7 access to a fully stocked cafeteria with balanced meals prepared by our culinary team.
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  Access to recreational facilities and social activities (cardio/weight room, gymnasium, music room, movie theatre, etc.).
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  Accommodations are equipped with cable TV, internet, and unlimited long-distance calling.
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  Personal Protective Equipment provided upon hire, safety boot allowance, & 100% reimbursement for prescription safety glasses.
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  Employee Family Assistance Program.
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  Exposure to advanced mining technology and state of the art mechanized underground equipment.
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  Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth.
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  Opportunities to grow your career in a large global company, and mining industry leader.
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  Online training and career development opportunities.

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 an equal opportunity employer seeking to increase diversity across our operations and improve equal opportunity at Vale and in the mining industry. Interested applicants must submit their application online at https://vale.eightfold.ai/careers. Innu Nation members and Nunatsiavut beneficiaries can also submit their application to their Vale Aboriginal Employment Coordinator. Deadline to Apply Sunday, April 23rd, 2023.