Chief Mine Geologist
Labrador City, NL
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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 Chief Mine Geologist to join our Mines Technical Services team based in St. John's, NL. This is a permanent position, working a Monday to Friday schedule in the St. John's office. Regular travel to the Voisey's Bay mine site is required. As a Chief Mine Geologist (CMG), you will be accountable for geological functions supporting Mining Operations. You will oversee the Definition Drilling Program and work closely with engineering to support the mine designs for the Life of Mine Plan. In addition, the CMG will mentor and train geologists in all aspects of resource estimation.The position will require preparation of technical reports, evaluation of geological block models for underground mining and presentations for senior and interdisciplinary review. The incumbent will be required to analyze complex issues in a multidiciplinary setting and providing many alternate solutions. Additionally, in this position you will:
Why Newfoundland and LabradorNewfoundland 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 TransformAt 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.Pay Grade: 15V Apply by: Thursday, October 17th, 2024#ValeBaseMetals
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 Chief Mine Geologist to join our Mines Technical Services team based in St. John's, NL. This is a permanent position, working a Monday to Friday schedule in the St. John's office. Regular travel to the Voisey's Bay mine site is required. As a Chief Mine Geologist (CMG), you will be accountable for geological functions supporting Mining Operations. You will oversee the Definition Drilling Program and work closely with engineering to support the mine designs for the Life of Mine Plan. In addition, the CMG will mentor and train geologists in all aspects of resource estimation.The position will require preparation of technical reports, evaluation of geological block models for underground mining and presentations for senior and interdisciplinary review. The incumbent will be required to analyze complex issues in a multidiciplinary setting and providing many alternate solutions. Additionally, in this position you will:
- Ensure work performed by the VB geology team is safe and satisfies the strategy of the Operation.
- Oversee mineral resource block model interpolations in compliance with company and legislated resource and reserve reporting standards, including NI 43-101, CIM Standards on Mineral Resources and Reserves, and MTS guidelines. The CMG will act as a QP (Qualified Person) during compilation of mentioned technical reports.
- Liaise with Exploration team to build drilling strategies for resource deliniation and conversion. Build associated budgets for annual submission.
- Be accountable for designs and manage definition drilling programs to be carried out as underground advance progresses.
- Support Scoping, Pre-Feasibility and Feasibility studies for various ore bodies & projects in Voisey's Bay Operations and occasionally across North Atlantic. Supervise Geologists and Geological Technicians in support of operational requirements.
- Ensures the accuracy of underground block models including rhe evaluation of mining grades and recoveries for underground stoping.
- Integrate with various Mining Groups to ensure targets; goals; schedules; work; all covered and within the overall schedule.
- Assist with the development of annual LoMP/ MRMR /various scopes within the planning process.
- B.Sc. Honours (preferred); or B.Sc. (in Geology or Earth Sciences).
- Professional Geoscientist (P. Geo.) license is required.
- A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years' experience in an underground mining environment.
- Ability to lead technical teams.
- Ability to analyze problems systematically and develop solutions.
- Willingness to learn, comply with and apply Vale SH&E policies and procedures.
- Basic understanding of the relevant geoscience disipline.
- Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge of underground Drilling methods and experience working in and underground mining environment.
- 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, flex, 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
Why Newfoundland and LabradorNewfoundland 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 TransformAt 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.Pay Grade: 15V Apply by: Thursday, October 17th, 2024#ValeBaseMetals
Numéro de concours:
1076828