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 Specialist Engineer, Infrastructure to join our Mines Technical Services team at Totten Mine in Sudbury, ON. This is an onsite position.

This is a permanent position, typically working a Monday to Friday dayshift schedule.

As a Specialist Engineer, Infrastructure you will work with mine operations and technical disciplines to make sure that our mines have the required infrastructure/mine systems to achieve the long term mine plans. The successful candidates will be responsible to drive transformation and ensure the mine infrastructure systems are developed and operated in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Anticipate and propose solutions to current and potential infrastructure risks.
• Modelling/estimating the capacities of the mine infrastructure systems (dewatering, ventilation, backfill, air/water) and ensure they can meet the forecasted demand of the 5 Year Mine Plan (5YP) and Life of Mine Plan (LoMP)
• Identify opportunities to optimize existing mining footprint. i.e. Decommission infrastructure and systems and optimize for Capex and Opex.
• Identify, scope and cost mining infrastructure systems and annual capital development construction to achieve 5YP and LOMP targets.
• Develop Capex and Opex profile estimates for infrastructure and mine systems expansions projects.
• Generate solutions or Lead consulting firms for FEL 1 to FEL 3 engineering of LoMP and 5YP expansion of mining systems and infrastructure.
• Coordinate the engineering input, including and not limited to: project review for the project tollgate and maturity assessments and ensures follow-up actions are completed.
• Review proposed infrastructure solutions to confirm general conformance with related regulations, policies, standards, and guidelines.
• Provide feedback on any gaps or opportunities to ensure continuous improvement.
• Integrate schedule of infrastructure and systems projects into mine production schedules that support LoMP and the 5-year plan.

About You

Education:

• Bachelor of Engineering (or equivalent) in appropriate discipline.
• P. Eng, Chartered Engineer, or home country equivalent.

• Minimum of 11 years engineering experience is required.
• PMP qualification is an asset.

• Experience with Project Management and managing FEL 1/2/3 level studies.
• Proficiency with capital cost estimation.
• Sustaining capital execution experience, especially with leading engineering consulting firms.
• A strong understanding of underground mining systems and infrastructure.
• Experience in modelling of mining systems (e.g., ventilation, water, power, backfill, etc.).
• Substantial experience working onsite.
• Good communication, and organization skills.
• Experience in the following areas is beneficial:
  • Pre-feasibility and feasibility studies.
  • Brownfield projects, operations, or maintenance roles.
  • Various commodities.
  • Knowledge of project delivery system SPE deliverables.

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)
• 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
• Relocation Assistance

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.

Pay Grade: F3T

Apply by: Monday, March 31st, 2025

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