Who We Are

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 - 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 by the end of 2020 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. Our offices in St. John’s and Goose Bay provide support to the Newfoundland and Labrador Operations.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a MINE OPERATOR 1 – DRILLER/BLASTER to join our Mine Operations team in Voisey’s Bay.

This permanent position is based at the Voisey’s Bay mine site in Labrador, a fly-in fly-out operation. This position is shift work, days/nights, on a 2 week in/2 week out rotation.

The primary role of the MINE OPERATOR 1 – DRILLER/BLASTER is to participate in drilling and blasting activities within the open pit mine.

In this position, you will:

• Follow engineered blast designs and make all relevant field records required;
• Work with Engineering to blast in an efficient and economical manner;
• Assist in drilling procedures;
• Operate wheel loaders to stem drill holes;
• Complete and maintain equipment log sheets and reports;
• Work cooperatively with supervisors and co-workers;
• Assist in maintenance activities around the pit including moving and installing dewatering pumps, installing and moving pipelines and bit sharpening;
• Comply with work safety policies and safety regulations such as OH&S, Natural Gas regulations, weights and dimensions, carriage of goods, Highway Traffic Act, and WHMIS.

About You:

• Completed a Level III Provincial Certification in the Driller/Blaster Occupation.
• 1000+ hours of practical blasting experience comprising of at least 60 blasts as a Level II Blaster;
• Demonstrated experience of 10 electrical detonation, 10 non-electrical detonation blasts and 15 close quarter blasts (within 10m/35ft of a building).
• Minimum of 6 months of operating experience in an industrial mine setting;
• Hold or be able to obtain a valid site driver’s license.
• Demonstrate concern for Safety, Health and Environment.
• Strong ability to work cooperatively within a team environment.
• Demonstrate initiative and follow instructions.

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.

Apply

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their application online at www.valejobs.ca or by forwarding their application to their Vale Aboriginal Employment Coordinator.

Deadline to Apply: Thursday, May 20th, 2021.