Thompson, MB
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 Superintendent, Electrical Engineering to join our Engineering, Maintenance and Reliability team in Thompson, MB. This is a permanent position.
Acting as the technical authority of the electrical engineering discipline for our Manitoba Operations, you will be accountable for ensuring the integrity and reliability of our electrical assets, leading the failure investigation, maintenance strategy development, inspection programs, predictive maintenance program, capital projects, asset life cycle decisions and management of change process for all our electrical assets. Additionally, you will be providing leadership, coaching and mentorship to our electrical engineering team members.
Additionally, in this position you will:
· Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan· Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package· Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, health anddental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)· Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation, flex, 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 ThompsonOften referred to as the "Hub of the North," Thompson is a city deeply intertwined with the mining industry, particularly due to its rich deposits of nickel. Our presence in Thompson includes significant mining and milling operations that extract and process nickel ore from the surrounding deposits. These operations are central to Thompson's economy, providing employment and supporting local businesses. The company's ongoing investments in the region highlight Thompson's importance in our broader operational strategy to improve life and transform the future. Include to TransformAt 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 Manitobans Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities. Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities. Grade: 15VApply by: Friday, September 6th, 2024#ValeBaseMetals
The Opportunity We are currently seeking a Superintendent, Electrical Engineering to join our Engineering, Maintenance and Reliability team in Thompson, MB. This is a permanent position.
Acting as the technical authority of the electrical engineering discipline for our Manitoba Operations, you will be accountable for ensuring the integrity and reliability of our electrical assets, leading the failure investigation, maintenance strategy development, inspection programs, predictive maintenance program, capital projects, asset life cycle decisions and management of change process for all our electrical assets. Additionally, you will be providing leadership, coaching and mentorship to our electrical engineering team members.
Additionally, in this position you will:
- Lead, mentor and coach a team of engineering personnel to achieve operational targets.
- Conduct complex engineering studies, field inspections, and prepare relevant reports.
- Complete, approve, and review complex engineering estimates, drawings & calculations.
- Review scopes of work, front end loading (FEL) studies and detailed design packages.
- Ensure the in-house Vale engineering design standards are up to date.
- Supporting the plants and mines as a focal point for the electrical engineering team.
- Responsible for the development and updating of Vale Engineering Standards
- Lead the scope development for electrical projects.
- Review/ Oversee of consultant's work performed on assigned Vale engineering projects.
- Function as the Electrical Technical Authority for the Thompson Operations.
- Hold the overall accountability for the work done by the electrical engineering team.
- Lead a team of electrical engineers and design personnel to complete assignments.
- Support the bad actor elimination process to reduce unplanned down time.
- Support the asset maintenance strategy optimization process led by the reliability team.
- Support the elimination of production restrictions due to electrical assets.
- Lead the Root cause Analysis process for electrical assets.
- Effectively manage team's priorities to provide the best support to our operations.
- Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
- Eligible for registration as a licensed professional engineer with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in a heavy industry such as Mining, Pulp & Paper, or Oil & Gas.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Robust knowledge of electrical systems including power distribution, motor controls including soft starters & VFDs, transformers, motors, including maintenance and testing
- Experience with industrial control systems and instrumentation will be an asset.
- Experience in planning and estimating engineering hours for projects.
- Proficiency writing equipment specifications and construction scopes of work.
- Understanding and application of risk assessment and process hazards review processes
- Familiarity with the latest electrical codes, acts, regulations and up to date on technology.
- Ability to influence and promote the high reliability culture within the organization.
· Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan· Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package· Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, health anddental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)· Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation, flex, 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 ThompsonOften referred to as the "Hub of the North," Thompson is a city deeply intertwined with the mining industry, particularly due to its rich deposits of nickel. Our presence in Thompson includes significant mining and milling operations that extract and process nickel ore from the surrounding deposits. These operations are central to Thompson's economy, providing employment and supporting local businesses. The company's ongoing investments in the region highlight Thompson's importance in our broader operational strategy to improve life and transform the future. Include to TransformAt 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 Manitobans Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities. Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities. Grade: 15VApply by: Friday, September 6th, 2024#ValeBaseMetals
Competition Number:
1072927
