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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 Tailings and Dams Student to join our Tailings and Dams Management Team in Long Harbour, NL.
This is an on-site position, working a 4x10s (Monday to Thursday or Tuesday to Friday) schedule. This is a 4-month to 12-month fixed term co-op position starting in January 2025.
As a Tailings and Dams Student, you will support the management of the Residue Storage Area and associated structures by working directly with the RTFE and Operations team that supports residue and water management at Long Harbour.
Additionally, in this position you will:
- Make regular site and visual inspections of the Tailings dams
- Participate in monitoring and data analysis
- Provide project support of design and evaluation of containment dams
- Assist with Geotechnical investigations and data collection
- Support the tailings operations, planning and deposition
- Assist with site specific geophysical and hydrogeology studies
About You
Education:
- Currently enrolled in a Civil Engineering or relevant engineering program
Experience:
- Experience in an industrial environment will be considered an asset
Skills:
- Follow Vale's safety policies, programs and legislative standards
- Must be obsessed with safety and risk
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 products to include Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook
- Strong verbal, written and analytical communication skills
- Provide technical support and enable safe and cost-effective operations
- Utilize good engineering practices and complete assigned projects safely and on time
What We Offer You
- Competitive compensation
- Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
- Online training and career development opportunities
- Opportunities to build your network and lots of fun!
- Flexible work schedule and a bus service departing from the St. John's vicinity.
- All Personal Protective Equipment is provided upon hire. Employees are given a safety boot allowance and receive a 100% reimbursement for prescription safety glasses.
Why Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada's easternmost province, is known for its rugged coastline, rich cultural heritage, and significant natural resources. The province's economy is bolstered by a robust mining sector, where our operations play a crucial role. At Long Harbour, we operate a state-of-the-art processing plant, which refines nickel concentrate from the Voisey's Bay mine into finished nickel, copper, and cobalt products. This plant is a cornerstone of our commitment to value-added processing in Canada. Meanwhile, the Voisey's Bay mine, located in Labrador, is one of the world's most substantial nickel deposits. It provides high-quality nickel, copper, and cobalt, essential for the 21st century economy.
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.
Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.
Apply by: Wednesday, November 13th, 2024
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