Welcome to Vale. Our purpose is to improve life and transform the future. Together. We value our workforce and strive to offer continuous training and career development opportunities for our people.Vale Base Metals is one of the world's largest producers of high-quality nickel and an important producer of copper and responsibly sourced cobalt. With headquarters in Toronto, Canada, and operations in Newfoundland & Labrador, Ontario, Manitoba, UK, Indonesia, and Brazil, we are delivering the critical building blocks for a cleaner, greener future.Applying the latest technologies to sustainably mine the critical minerals that power electric vehicles, build renewable energy solutions, and help develop life-saving medical equipment is at the heart of what we do.We have a proud history of mining in Manitoba. Our operations in Thompson, with two operating mines, is located in the awe-inspiring heart of the northern boreal region. It has a strong future in mining and milling, with an ongoing mission to grow as a safe, prosperous, and sustainable nickel producer. We invite you to be part of our evolution.Our Team: The Manitoba Operations Team is part of the North Atlantic mining Team reporting through the corporate Base Metals organization. The team is key to safely delivering production targets in a challenging mining environment. As an Underground Miner you will work collaboratively with multiple Operations, Maintenance and Support groups. The OpportunityWe are currently seeking Underground Mine Beginners for Future Opportunities to join our Mines Operation Team in Thompson, Manitoba. This is a permanent position. Relocation to Thompson, Manitoba will be required.Reporting to the Underground Mine Operations Supervisor, the Underground Mine Beginner role may perform support, production and/or development functions in the Underground Mining Operation.Additionally in this position you will:
- Operate Scoops, Maclean Bolters, Anfo Loaders and Jumbo Drills in a safe and efficient manner.
- Support Shaft and Logistics which include Belt Picking, Crusher Operations, road maintenance, supply handling, mine shaft activities, Hoist Operation, etc.
- Operate ITH Drills and Raise Bore Drills in a safe and efficient manner.
- Read and interpret mine development layouts.
- Perform blasting activities to advance mining drifts.
- Construct ventilation, backfill barricades, shotcrete work, railway maintenance and install steel or concrete installations and advance and maintain compressed air, process water and sandfill services.
- A minimum of a High School diploma or GED equivalency is required.
- 6 months of progressive underground mining experience using mechanized equipment
- Demonstrate a concern for Safety, Health, Environment and Risk and knowledge of safe work practices and standard operating procedures.
- Strong ability to work cooperatively within a team environment and be able to receive or provide open feedback to co-workers.
- Ability to recognize hazards within an industrial workplace, understanding your role and accountability in assessing & managing risk.
- Demonstrate initiative, follow instruction, and perform duties that will benefit the whole organization's success.
- 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.
- Opportunities to advise and oversee the design, budget and construction of new mines and expansions.
- Fully equipped, on-site gym Facility
- Relocation Assistance
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