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 Divisional Supervisor to join our Engineering/Tech Services group in Thompson, Manitoba.

The role holder will provide direct supervision and leadership to the Mine Engineering team in Thompson, MB that will ensure the mine plans are based on sound engineering principles that meet or exceed all safety, production and cost requirements.

Additionally, as Divisional Supervisor, you will,

• Assist with the preparation of mining proposals for identified ore zones through all study phases to ensure future mine projects are appropriately scheduled and resourced as per the Life of Mine Plan.
• Provide ongoing technical support to meet the Mine annual plan and objectives, seek opportunities for continuous improvements, and lead or participate in implementation teams.
• Assist with the yearly Mine Operating Budget Process and contribute to cost improvement initiatives.
• Emphasize safety in all planning aspects, ensure safe conduct, proper identification of existing openings in development areas, post all safety notices, and promote the Safe Production program.
• Assist section coordinators with scheduling all mining activities to ensure timely execution and support uninterrupted production flow.
• Maintain Key Performance Indicator charts, provide monthly reports, support Operations and the Integrated Operation Schedule process (IOS), deliver underground services and prints daily, track data and KPI reports, and supervise the Mine Engineering technical group, identifying and coordinating required training for employees.

About You

Education:

• Technical Diploma in Mining or related discipline or,
• High School diploma with strong skills in math and computer usage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years Mine Technical Services experience is required.

• Underground mine design, mining engineering, scheduling, and high level of understanding of underground mining activities.
• Knowledge of engineering planning software (Deswik) is an asset.
• Knowledge of cash flow modeling techniques and mineral economics is an asset.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with spreadsheet manipulation in Excel.

What We Offer You

• Competitive salary.
• Attractive pension and benefits (company paid core coverage, flex health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)
• Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation, flex, sick, top up for maternity/parental)
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth.
• Grow your career in a large and global company, and mining industry leader.
• Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Online training and career development opportunities.

Why Thompson

Often referred to as the "Hub of the North," Thompson is a city deeply intertwined with the mining industry, particularly due to its rich deposits of nickel. Our presence in Thompson includes significant mining and milling operations that extract and process nickel ore from the surrounding deposits.

These operations are central to Thompson's economy, providing employment and supporting local businesses. The company's ongoing investments in the region highlight Thompson's importance in our broader operational strategy to improve life and transform the future.

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 Manitobans Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

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

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