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 Specialist, Integrated Remote Operations Center (iROC), Project to join our All-Mines Services Team in Sudbury.

This is a Fixed Term – 1 Year position.

The Specialist, iROC Project is responsible to develop, deliver and lead the deployment of applicable processes toolsets and technical business yield while incorporating and integrating advancements in mining technology. This role is a fundamental requirement for the successful implementation and growth of iROC across North Atlantic Mines and is accountable to establish foundational deployment processes, outputs and objectives while conducting technical assessments for the integration of each mine within North Atlantic Mines.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Ensure iROC deployment and growth initiatives comply with Vale's safety and IT policies, regulations and legislative standards as well as Vale's VPS business process standards and procedures.

• Responsible for the creation of iROC processes, governance, and data reporting systems for analysis and continuous divisional mine improvements and is responsible for refining iROC processes as technology installations are implemented and validated

• Responsible to imbed systems and processes to strengthen the integrity and reliability of iROC data which is to be provided to mine technical planning, scheduling, safety and production.

• Responsible for engagement with key stakeholders at sites and to ensure a positive, successful and sustainable iROC growth that contributes to the development of the sustainable iROC project.

• Responsible for leading project management activities (planning, scheduling, delivery, reporting budgeting and risk mitigation) for successful delivery of initiatives within iROC.

• Coordinate and interact with cross-site and interdepartmental personnel within North Atlantic Operations with responsibility to communicate, coordinate and evolve iROC deployment business processes, toolsets based on interactions and feedback.

About You

Education:

• Strong knowledge and experience in underground mining operations with post-secondary education in a mining related discipline.

Experience:

• A minimum of 11 years of experience in a technical or leadership role within mining, with understandings of data systems, IT technology, process flow mapping, mine planning and execution is required.
• Experience in integrated operations planning and scheduling best practices and systems. Underground mining practices, evaluation, scheduling, underground mine design and mining engineering knowledge is preferred.
• Experience in project management is considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of technology systems, software, and integration methodologies
• Change management knowledge and/or training

Skills:

• Subject matter expert in technical and system process maps.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (oral & written)
• Ability to influence without authority.
• Critical thinking skills, taking ownership for the whole.
• Value diversity of thought and ability to manage expectations from multiple stakeholders to deliver on planned work.
• Facilitates changes, with a focus on core business outcome

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.

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.

Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

Apply by: October 30, 2024

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