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Mobile Maintenance Supervisor

Labrador City, NL
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Full-time
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Ready to build a rewarding career in an industry that is growing?

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 Mobile Maintenance Supervisor to join our Mobile Maintenance Team in Voisey's Bay, Labrador, a fly-in fly-out operation. Relocation to the Province of Newfoundland & Labrador will be required for this role.

This is a permanent on-site position, working a 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off rotational schedule.

As a Mobile Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for the safe and effective supervision, planning, and execution of both surface and underground mobile equipment servicing and repair. Your experience and skills will lead a team of various maintenance personnel including but not limited to Heavy Duty Equipment Technicians, Truck & Transport Mechanics, Automotive Technicians, Maintenance Assistants, Tire Service Technicians, Machinists, and Welders.

Additionally, in this position you will:

  • Lead the maintenance team in the timely and efficient upkeep of Voisey's Bay fleet of mobile surface and underground mining equipment, prioritizing safety, sustainability, and operational efficiency.
  • Oversee the troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repair processes for heavy and light mining equipment strict adherence to all safety, environmental, and technical standards.
  • Provide technical support and expertise to the team, offering guidance during complex maintenance tasks and fostering an environment of continuous learning and improvement.
  • Cultivate a strong culture of safety by actively involving the team in safety programs and ensuring compliance with all policies and regulations.
  • Manage maintenance contractors, ensuring external teams meet Vale's standards and effectively support maintenance objectives.
  • Conduct incident investigations, maintain detailed maintenance records, and support departmental improvements to boost operational efficiency, cost management, and environmental compliance.
  • Resolve, document, and escalate personnel issues as appropriate, maintaining a productive and respectful work environment.

About You

Education:

  • An Interprovincial Red Seal in the Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, Truck & Transport Mechanic, Automotive Service Technician, or another applicable mobile trade is required.
  • A college diploma in Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, Truck & Transport Mechanic, Automotive Service Technician, or another applicable mobile trade is required.

Experience:

  • Minimum of 5 years of overall experience in a mining mobile maintenance department.
  • Experience in mobile maintenance supervision.
  • Detailed knowledge of heavy, medium, and light vehicle maintenance and repair in a mining environment.
  • Knowledge of open pit and underground mining operations.
  • Experience with SAP.

Skills:

  • Knowledge of cost and budget processes.
  • Knowledge of a professional discipline or related process and people issues.
  • Leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
  • Ability to effectively supervise, prioritize and manage tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Ownership of HSE risk reduction program.

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, flex 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
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Chartered flights within Newfoundland & Labrador
  • 24/7 access to a fully stocked cafeteria with balanced meals prepared by our culinary team
  • Access to recreational facilities and social activities (cardio/weight room, gymnasium, music room, movie theatre, etc.)
  • Accommodations are equipped with cable TV, internet, and unlimited long-distance calling
  • 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.

Vale recognizes the Impacts and Benefits Agreements with the Innu Nation and the Nunatsiavut Government in which Innu and Inuit workers have first preference for employment at the Voisey's Bay Mine Site. This is guided by an adjacency principle that first gives preference to those who live on the coast of Labrador, followed by those residing in the rest of Labrador, those residing on the island of the province, followed by the rest of Canada.

Next, priority will be given to Newfoundland and Labrador residents. We also welcome those who are willing to relocate back home and those looking to make NL their permanent home.

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

Innu Nation members and Nunatsiavut beneficiaries can submit their application to their Vale Aboriginal Employment Coordinator.

Pay Grade: 16V

Apply by: Sunday, March 30th, 2025

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Competition Number: 1082219

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