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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 an, Senior Analyst, Technical to join our Research and Innovation (R&I) team in Sudbury.

This is a permanent position.

As the Senior Analyst, Technical, you will be responsible for overseeing, setting direction, and monitoring Vale Base Metals' R&I portfolio. You will work closely with initiative owners to track progress and budgets throughout the year, assessing initiatives against criteria such as adherence to VBM strategy, value, technical solutions, and execution efficiency.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Be involved in Technology scouting and program/initiative development
• Create business cases and running basic financial calculations
• Assist initiative owners to create execution plans
• Vet intellectual property patent applications
• Interface with various groups in Vale Base Metals to submit grant and incentive applications
• Create or assist with technology roadmap development
• Identify new technology for potential deployment in our business
• Assess and make recommendations for external ecosystem partners
• Act as a representative in industry organizations and participate in technical conferences.

In addition to the above, this position may occasionally function as an Initiative Owner to advance some of the Research and Innovation Portfolio.

About You

Education:

• Bachelors in Engineering Degree (Preferably Mining Engineering)

Experience:

• 10-15 years' of work experience

Skills:

• Highly organized and proactive, with the ability to manage and plan workload effectively.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Engineering or technical qualification preferred, with an MBA or equivalent consulting experience.
• Ability to learn and apply financial modeling and advanced spreadsheet techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of producing clear and concise reports.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills within multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to communicate with various stakeholders, including senior management.
• Skilled in building strong relationships through effective communication.
• Portuguese language capability preferred but not required.

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).
• 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 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: F1T

Apply by: Aug 15, 2025

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