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Who We Are

Vale is a global mining company headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. We are leaders in the production of iron ore and one of the largest global producers of nickel. In Canada, Vale employs approximately 6,000 people in our corporate office in Toronto and at sites in Manitoba, Ontario, and Newfoundland and Labrador, where we produce nickel, copper, cobalt, platinum group metals, gold and silver.

Through their hard work, innovation and forward thinking, it is our employees, and a wholesome orebody of course, that ensures a bright future for Vale in Canada – a future we want you to be a part of.
Our Vale Exploration Department is currently seeking:
Technician-Exploration Geoscience, located in Thompson, MB
The Opportunity:
The Technician, Exploration Geoscience will provide manual, technical, and/or administrative assistance to senior personnel in assigned work areas, in the field and/or office environment. May capture or process accurate exploration information using borehole and surface instruments or by applying various sampling techniques. May build, manipulate or process digital or paper data/information in the office environment. May involve advising the work of other employees/peers and contractors.
About You:

• Collect and/or process Geophysical, Geotechnical and Geological exploration data/samples following established procedures that may involve operation of technical borehole or surface instrumentation and computer data entry or processing. Processed data/samples are reviewed for accuracy, recorded, inventoried and analyzed as warranted and the results reported.
• Operate and assist in the basic maintenance of ancillary equipment (for example, core saw, rock saw, chainsaw, pumps, snow machines, ATV/UTV, trucks, forklifts, small motors, computers, computer peripherals, printers, etc.)
• Ensure compliance and conformance of exploration activities through site visits and inspections.
• Participate in all equipment/vehicle pre-operating inspections, workplace inspections, toolbox meetings and safety meetings.
• Follow Vale safety policies, procedures, protocol, guidelines, best practices and government regulations at all times.
• Respect the safety and state of the natural environment and other personnel and parties.
• Complete a variety of administrative/technical duties as requested by the Supervisor/Manager.
• Daily direction of the work of a small number of employees or contractors may be required.
• Secondary School or Community College diploma/degree.
• C.E.T, C.Tech, A.Sc.T. (OACETT) or equivalent certification preferred
• 3-4 years of proven experience

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to work in an outdoor environment where exposure to temperature extremes and noise is frequent.
• Good understanding of modern mineral exploration and mining techniques.
• Excellent verbal communication (English) and strong social skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team as vital.
• Ability to work effectively with various technologies including borehole and surface surveying tools.
• Possess self-motivation, effective problem solving, and time management and prioritization skills.
• Flexible, meticulous and attention to detail.
• Valid G driver’s license.
• Must be capable of operating ATV/UTVs and snow mobile as well as be comfortable driving company trucks off-road.
• Good digital literacy (experience with MS office products, GIS and 3D softwares an asset).
• Completion of the following preferred:
• Defensive Driving
• CSC ATV/UTV Operation
• CSC Snowmobile Operation
• First Aid/CPR/AED
• WHMIS
• Train the Trainer
• Additional training as required will be provided
• Bilingualism is an asset (French)

What’s in it for You?

• Competitive salary
• Participation in our Employee Family Assistance Program
• Online leadership training opportunities
• Opportunities to build your network and lots of fun!
• 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.

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