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 Senior Specialist, Structural Geologist to join our Project Development team in Toronto.

This is a permanent hybrid position.

As a Senior Specialist, Structural Geologist, you will provide technical services on Capital Projects, demonstrate knowledge about key components of structural geology and interact with related disciplines. With your experience and skills, you will lead the creation of structural models for FEL Study project teams and ensure that a high-level quality of geological structural data is acquired, validate processing and interpretations and deliver recommendations to reduce the risks associated with forecast grade continuity, geotechnical/ground instability hazards, and water ingress prior to execution.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Responsible to execute and/or review technical work as it pertains to structural geology models and any impact on mineral resource estimation on FEL projects globally.
• Responsible to provide support to FEL study teams in preparing scope of work and reviewing technical documentation to support Structural Geology studies.
• Accountable to develop the appropriate Structural Geology Standards and Programs to meet all legal, Vale Base Metal's internal governance standards and industry best practices for all Capital Projects.
• Identify critical geological structures/geotechnical domains that may cause instability and hazards to propose excavation by working collaboratively with the project team and ensuring mitigation measures are included in future plans.
• Responsible to define the appropriate drilling program for advanced projects to collect the required structural data.
• Responsible to perform due diligences on databases and geological block models for acquisitions, as required.
• Support technical work on mineral resource estimation on FEL 2 and FEL 3 projects, as required.

About You

Education:

• A master's and/or Ph.D. degree in Geology/ Structural Geology is required.
• P. Geo Certification is required

Experience:

• A minimum of 11 years' relevant/related experience.

Skills:

• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to maintain effective and engaging conversations and trust with all Project Management to become integrated within the teams.
• Good initiative, attention to detail and ability to multi-task in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Open minded and encourage knowledge sharing within the team.
• Expert knowledge and experience in structural geology field mapping, including in complex geological settings
• Expert knowledge and experience in developing advanced 3D structural/geological models and robust analysis and interpretation of structural geology data.
• Expert knowledge and experience in identifying adverse geological structures in seismically active deep underground mines.
• Expert knowledge and experience in analyzing and interpreting complex structural geology data, including the rock formations, faults, and folds; and seisimic data.
• Knowledge and experience of mine engineering planning (Deswik) software.
• Knowledge and experience in analysis of Acoustic/Optical Televiewer data.

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, flex, sick, parental)
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Virtual Healthcare online
• Online training and career development opportunities.

Why Toronto

Vale's Toronto office, nestled in the heart of Canada's largest city, serves as a pivotal hub for the company's operations. This office is central to Vale's IT, strategic planning, Human Resources, and legal affairs, driving key initiatives that support the company's global mission.

Toronto's vibrant, diverse, and dynamic environment enhances Vale's ability to innovate and excel in these critical areas, reflecting the city's status as a leading international business center.

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.

Pay Grade: F2T

Apply by: Saturday, September 28th, 2024.

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