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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 Lead, Construction Area to join our Copper Cliff Mine Complex team in Sudbury.

This is a permanent position, working a Monday to Friday, Dayshift.

As a Lead, Construction you will lead a team of mine development and construction professionals to successfully execute the projects under the Projects group and will participate as a member of the Owners team.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Oversee surface and underground construction processes, ensuring efficient execution and accountability for employees and project areas.
• Implement and promote Vale's SHE Policies, monitor contractor compliance, assist with safety audits, and ensure adherence to environmental standards.
• Develop execution plans, constructability reviews, logistics coordination, and integration between construction and commissioning activities.
• Support bidder selection, contract management, work scope monitoring, progress verification, and dispute resolution.
• Monitor contractor QC programs, review quality plans, oversee inspections, manage punch lists, and approve incident reports.
• Support pre-commissioning, ensure installations meet contract standards, manage facility turnovers, and verify as-built documentation.

About You

Education:

• Undergraduate degree or College Diploma
• Trades journeyperson certification preferred

Experience:

• 8+ years of experience construction projects
• Extensive background in construction execution management or supervision
• Specific experience in construction and heavy industrial experience
• Experience with budget tracking and working within departmental schedules and budgets

Skills:

• Previous involvement in Major Capital Construction projects within Vale, with extensive experience in construction execution management and heavy industrial projects, including five years in a supervisory role.
• Strong computer expertise, proficiency in Microsoft Applications, and a solid understanding of budget tracking, departmental schedules, and financial management.
• Deep knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental policies to ensure compliance and safe operations within the area of responsibility.
• Skilled in evaluating the workforce, mentoring supervisory staff, and coordinating training requirements for employees and contractors.

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)
• 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: 15V

Apply by: July 21, 2025

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