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Who We Are
We are a global mining company dedicated to safely delivering nickel, copper, cobalt, and platinum group metals essential for the world's energy transition.
Our mission is to improve lives and shape a better future together.
From utensils to cellphones to satellites, our operations simplify daily life and enhance connectivity. Our metals are integral to life-saving medical equipment and the electric vehicles driving the fight against climate change - our work truly matters.
Join our diverse team of 15,000 talented individuals committed to transforming critical minerals into prosperity and sustainable development in countries like Canada, Brazil, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, and Japan. We invite you to use your skills with us and contribute to something meaningful and enduring.
The Opportunity
We are currently seeking a Supervisor Industrial Technology Projects to join our IT Operations & Projects team in Sudbury, ON/ St. John's NFLD
As the Supervisor Industrial Technology Projects, you will lead and oversee the delivery of industrial and operational technology projects supporting Vale Base Metals operations across Canada and international sites. You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of technology initiatives, leading a team of project professionals, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives and technology standards.
This role offers the opportunity to work with innovative technologies including Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), industrial networks, cybersecurity, environmental and geotechnical monitoring, predictive maintenance, autonomous and tele-remote systems, equipment monitoring, mining intelligence, and Industry 4.0 solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery & Portfolio Management
Leadership & Stakeholder Management
Technical Solution Delivery
Risk, Compliance & Financial Management
Vendor & Partner Management
About You
Education
Experience
Skills & Competencies
Preferred Qualifications
What We Offer You
Why Sudbury
Greater Sudbury is a vibrant city in northeastern Ontario, renowned for its rich mining history and significant role in Canada's mineral production. The city sits atop one of the world's largest and oldest meteorite impact sites, the Sudbury Basin, which is exceptionally rich in nickel, copper, and other critical minerals that are needed for the green economy. The mining sector is a cornerstone of Sudbury's economy, driving both employment and economic growth, and Vale Base Metals plays a pivotal role in this regard. Our commitment to the community is as deep as our mines.
Include to Transform
At Vale Base Metals, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive work environment where people can act like owners, being their authentic selves and empowering them to deliver results. Vale Base Metals encourages everyone to express their ideas and opinions and 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 critical 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.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.
Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.
Vale uses artificial intelligence to screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position.
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Pay Grade: 15 V
Minimum Starting Salary: CAD $110,400
Apply by: Friday, Aug 07, 2026
#ValeBaseMetals
Why Sudbury
Greater Sudbury is a vibrant city in northeastern Ontario, renowned for its rich mining history and significant role in Canada's mineral production. The city sits atop one of the world's largest and oldest meteorite impact sites, the Sudbury Basin, which is exceptionally rich in nickel, copper, and other critical minerals that are needed for the green economy. The mining sector is a cornerstone of Sudbury's economy, driving both employment and economic growth, and Vale Base Metals plays a pivotal role in this regard. Our commitment to the community is as deep as our mines.
Include to Transform
At Vale Base Metals, 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 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 critical 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.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.
#ValeBaseMetals
Who We Are
We are a global mining company dedicated to safely delivering nickel, copper, cobalt, and platinum group metals essential for the world's energy transition.
Our mission is to improve lives and shape a better future together.
From utensils to cellphones to satellites, our operations simplify daily life and enhance connectivity. Our metals are integral to life-saving medical equipment and the electric vehicles driving the fight against climate change - our work truly matters.
Join our diverse team of 15,000 talented individuals committed to transforming critical minerals into prosperity and sustainable development in countries like Canada, Brazil, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, and Japan. We invite you to use your skills with us and contribute to something meaningful and enduring.
The Opportunity
We are currently seeking a Supervisor Industrial Technology Projects to join our IT Operations & Projects team in Sudbury, ON/ St. John's NFLD
As the Supervisor Industrial Technology Projects, you will lead and oversee the delivery of industrial and operational technology projects supporting Vale Base Metals operations across Canada and international sites. You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of technology initiatives, leading a team of project professionals, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives and technology standards.
This role offers the opportunity to work with innovative technologies including Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), industrial networks, cybersecurity, environmental and geotechnical monitoring, predictive maintenance, autonomous and tele-remote systems, equipment monitoring, mining intelligence, and Industry 4.0 solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery & Portfolio Management
- Lead the end-to-end delivery of industrial technology projects from initiation through implementation and transition to operations.
- Manage project portfolios, business demand intake, prioritization, scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning.
- Monitor project scope, cost, schedule, quality, risks, dependencies, and performance metrics.
- Ensure alignment with business objectives, IT strategy, governance standards, and Vale Production System (VPS) practices.
- Develop and maintain roadmaps, business cases, dashboards, KPIs, and performance reporting.
Leadership & Stakeholder Management
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of project managers, analysts, engineers, and project resources.
- Provide leadership in project planning, resource management, financial management, contract administration, and risk management.
- Build strong partnerships with operational leaders, technology teams, business stakeholders, and external vendors.
- Foster a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and delivery excellence.
Technical Solution Delivery
- Oversee the deployment of industrial and operational technology solutions across mining and processing operations.
- Collaborate with IT and OT teams to define technical architectures, standards, and implementation strategies.
- Ensure technology solutions are secure, scalable, reliable, and operationally sustainable.
- Support technology evaluations, pilot programs, proofs of concept, and innovation initiatives.
Risk, Compliance & Financial Management
- Manage project budgets, forecasting, and cost control activities.
- Identify and mitigate cybersecurity, operational, regulatory, and project delivery risks.
- Ensure compliance with technology, security, safety, and risk management standards.
- Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning for critical operational technologies.
Vendor & Partner Management
- Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, system integrators, and service providers.
- Ensure contractors and partners consistently meet Vale safety, quality, and performance expectations.
- Support procurement activities, contract management, and service transitions across business units and regions.
About You
Education
- Undergraduate Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
Experience
- 11 to 15 years of progressive experience in project delivery, industrial technology, operational technology (OT), or related technology environments.
- Experience leading technology projects within mining, metals processing, logistics, geology, or other heavy industrial environments.
- Proven leadership experience managing teams, stakeholders, vendors, and complex project portfolios.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, including Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid delivery models.
- Experience with industrial technology, OT, IIoT, infrastructure, automation, industrial networking, and cybersecurity.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong financial, contract, risk, and portfolio management capabilities.
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex business and technical challenges in fast-paced environments.
- Ability to influence decisions and drive results across multidisciplinary teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- PMP, Scrum Master, ITIL, ISA/IEC 62443, ISA CAP, or equivalent certifications are considered an asset
- Experience with cloud technologies, industrial cybersecurity, and Industry 4.0 initiatives is preferred.
What We Offer You
- Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan
- Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package
- Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)
- Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental)
- Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
- Employee Family Assistance Program
- Virtual Healthcare online
- Online training and career development opportunities
Why Sudbury
Greater Sudbury is a vibrant city in northeastern Ontario, renowned for its rich mining history and significant role in Canada's mineral production. The city sits atop one of the world's largest and oldest meteorite impact sites, the Sudbury Basin, which is exceptionally rich in nickel, copper, and other critical minerals that are needed for the green economy. The mining sector is a cornerstone of Sudbury's economy, driving both employment and economic growth, and Vale Base Metals plays a pivotal role in this regard. Our commitment to the community is as deep as our mines.
Include to Transform
At Vale Base Metals, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive work environment where people can act like owners, being their authentic selves and empowering them to deliver results. Vale Base Metals encourages everyone to express their ideas and opinions and 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 critical 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.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.
Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.
Vale uses artificial intelligence to screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position.
Apply By
Pay Grade: 15 V
Minimum Starting Salary: CAD $110,400
Apply by: Friday, Aug 07, 2026
#ValeBaseMetals
Why Sudbury
Greater Sudbury is a vibrant city in northeastern Ontario, renowned for its rich mining history and significant role in Canada's mineral production. The city sits atop one of the world's largest and oldest meteorite impact sites, the Sudbury Basin, which is exceptionally rich in nickel, copper, and other critical minerals that are needed for the green economy. The mining sector is a cornerstone of Sudbury's economy, driving both employment and economic growth, and Vale Base Metals plays a pivotal role in this regard. Our commitment to the community is as deep as our mines.
Include to Transform
At Vale Base Metals, 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 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 critical 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.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.
#ValeBaseMetals