Superintendent, Business Support

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 Superintendent, Business Support to join the Smelter Complex Team based in Sudbury, Ontario.

This is a permanent on-site position, working Monday to Friday - dayshifts.

Reporting to the General Manager of the Copper Cliff Smelter Complex, this role leads the Business Support team, including Learning & Development and Plant Administration. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive safety, production, cost, and quality performance, while supporting strategic and operational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Learning & Development and Plant Administration teams.
• Support plant management by implementing and optimizing business processes and divisional initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement through plant-wide initiatives and project execution.
• Coordinate and facilitate management meetings, including detailed analysis of performance metrics.
• Serve as the plant focal point for ISO standards and metric coordination.
• Identify and resolve process issues and inefficiencies in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Support strategic planning, including capital planning and execution.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards.
• Mentor team members in alignment with Vale's Key Behaviours.

About You

Education:

• Undergraduate or a College Diploma required in Engineering, Finance or Business or a related area.

Experience:

• 8 years of dynamic proven experience in a supervisory or technical support role.
• Preferred business and process knowledge of metallurgical processing.

Skills:

• Strong background in maintenance, operations, and technical functions.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Proven ability to manage priorities and deliver results.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Vale systems.

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, flex, 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

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: November 13, 2025

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