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Why Vale?

Be a part of the largest mining company in the Americas and one of the largest in the world with operations in more than 30 countries. At Vale, we strive to be the number one global natural resources company in creating long term value, through excellence and passion for people and the planet.

Vale is proud to be part of the mining history in Sudbury which has existed for more than 100 years. With a focus on nickel and copper production the 4,000-person operation is Vale's largest Canadian site. In total, Vale has five mines, a mill, a smelter and a refinery in Sudbury, making it one of the largest integrated mining operations on the globe. We are privileged to operate in the territory of the Robinson Huron Treaty and homeland of the Métis.

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

The Opportunity

Do you value safety and risk management and make it a priority just as we do? Are you motivated to work collaboratively in a team environment?

We are currently seeking a Process Superintendent II (Instrument/Electrical/Combustion) to join our Copper Cliff Smelter.

The incumbent will monitor, identify and implement opportunities to reduce variation in control processes and systems (Technical, Social, and Commercial) within their area(s) of accountability. The role will identify common causes of variation to be corrected in collaboration with area Manager and Supervisors. Work collaboratively with other Process Superintendents, Managers and Supervisors within the functional and cross functional areas of the Operation, to address supplier and customer system deficiencies and achieve capital, operating and maintenance project goals.

Education & Experience:

• Education: The ideal candidate will possess a post-secondary education or equal work experience.
• Experience: 8 Years of experience. Experience with:
  • Instrument or Electrical trade based or technical field
  • P.Eng designation is considered an asset

Requirements & Accountabilities:

• Audit and analyze systems within the area(s) of accountability to achieve the following outputs:
  Zero harm to employees, the business, the environment and the community,
• Leads and ensures HomeSafe behaviors are exhibited by team members. Coach members on consistently achieving Managing Risk to go HomeSafe and take corrective action when necessary to address noncompliance.
• Work with the HSE Committee to develop actions to improve safety, health and environmental performance.
• Provide performance feedback to team members and coach and counsel employees on the standards of behavior, and take corrective action as required.
• Contributes to the Succession Planning processes. Advises the Manager on improving the capability of the Supervisory team to meet future needs through selection and development.
• Must monitor trends in the consumption of resources and the performance of those doing the work, whether they are internal or external, as well as monitoring maintenance outcomes, maintenance process parameters and inputs i.e. both consumption and value. From an analysis of the trends, the Process Superintendent II takes action to improve the capability of the team to meet future needs.
• Assumes line accountabilities for the staff and hourly workforce that identify, plan and execute maintenance work and select capital projects. This work includes structures involvement in investigations, grievances, management of change, etc.
• Monitor the execution of service work by employees within their department and contractors employed by the department to ensure safe practices are employed and make the necessary process changes if required. The Process Superintendent II is the Joint Health and Safety Co-chair representing management on the Committee.
• Accountable for the successful implementation of new processes and systems within their department. For existing systems, the Process Superintendent II monitors the work flows through one or more related processes as demands and resources change over time, reallocating resources to meet total outputs safely, efficiently, and effectively. They thus manage a mix of processes, technology, funds and people to balance 1 year results requirements within 1 to 2 year improvement milestones.
• Accountable for the Capital Planning process at the plant. The Process Superintendent II must monitor the capital process to ensure owners and sponsors the necessary support to obtain capital funds and monitor the capital spending.
• Manages the boundaries between the maintenance area and the other departments at the Smelter so that work, information, ideas and technology flow freely.
• Analyze the more complex relationships between multiple processes and make suggestions for improvements to Smelter/Division-wide policies, practices and systems.
• Accountable for the plant level support, maintenance and implementation of upgrades to SAP to ensure the continuing operation of this system.

About Applying:

• Apply by visiting valejobs.ca or by clicking Apply below.
• We appreciate your interest in being a part of the team though only those applicants who are selected for interviews will be contacted.
• Vale is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.