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 – Vale's only fly-in/fly-out operation in Canada – 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 a Maintenance Technician - Welder to join our Fixed Plant Maintenance department in Voisey's Bay, NL. This is a permanent position.

This position is based at the Voisey's Bay mine site in Labrador, a fly-in fly-out operation. This position is on a two week on, two week off rotation.

Reporting to the Mechanical Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician - Welder is responsible for repairing, troubleshooting, adjusting, overhauling, servicing, and maintaining equipment within the mill facilities. Additionally, in this position, you will:

• Perform preventive checks according to preventive maintenance plans on equipment including grinding mills, crushers, pumps, conveyors, and other fixed plant equipment for proper performance and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions;
• Inspect, examine and test parts in order to recommend the extent and nature of the work to be done;
• Test and adjust repaired systems for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturer's specifications and the functional needs of the operation;
• Adjust, repair or replace defective parts and components of the equipment systems;
• Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment;
• Conduct final inspections to ensure that work detailed on the work order has been completed to meet safety standards;
• Provide feedback improvement suggestions to the supervisor and planner and implement those that are within your ability;

About You

Education:

• College diploma in Welder.
  • Red Seal certification in the above trade is required.
• Mechanical and/or Pipefitting experience would be considered an asset.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years Journeyperson experience;
• Previous mining experience is required;
• Knowledge of the repair and maintenance of mobile and fixed equipment.

Skills:

• Innovation and ability to use initiative;
• Flexibility regarding work activities and type of work requirements;
• The ability to work in a multi-discipline, multi-tasking, team environment.

What we offer you:

• Competitive salary and on-site premiums
• Opportunity to earn an annual Employee Bonus
• 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's reasons (vacation, sick, top up for maternity/parental)
• All Personal Protective Equipment is provided upon hire. Employees are given a safety boot allowance and receive a 100% reimbursement for prescription safety glasses
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
• Opportunities to grow your career in a large global company, and mining industry leader
• 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 – 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.

Apply by: Wednesday, April 19th, 2023