Vale Base Metals - 43 Jobs
Labrador City, NL
Job Details:
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 Health, Safety, and Risk Superintendent to join our Health, Safety, Environment and Risk team in Voisey's Bay, Labrador, a fly-in fly-out operation. Relocation will be required for this role.
This is a permanent position, working a 1 week on 1 week off rotation at our remote Voisey's Bay Mine Site.
Reporting to the HSER Manager, the HSR Superintendent will will lead a team that includes Health and Safety Advisors and Emergency Responders to monitor and support the health and safety of our people who produce world class nickel, cobalt, and copper products. The primary responsibility of the Superintendent is to provide leadership, technical support, and guidance on the implementation of the Health, Safety and Risk management systems for the Voisey's Bay Mine Site
Additionally, in this position you will:
Provide leadership and direction in Safety, Health and Emergency Response
Audit and analyze trends in safety (Against the Safe Production model), environment, production, cost and quality, as well as the consumption of resources. Develop and implement actions to address common cause variances or to take advantage of opportunities as they arise (with a focus on continuous improvement), while balancing the allocation of resources, meeting quantity and quality output requirements for the internal and/or external "Customers"
Lead and ensure Safe Production behaviors are exhibited by team members. Coach members on consistently achieving ALARA and take corrective action when necessary to address noncompliance
Work with the OHS Committee to develop actions to improve safety, health and environmental performance
Ensure the execution of the emergency response plan, including maintaining team, equipment and training standards
About You
Education:
An Undergraduate Degree in a related field required
Occupational Health and Safety Certification preferred
Experience:
A minimum of 5 years experience in a superintendent or similar leadership position is required
15 years exp in OHS and 5 years in Process Operations preferred
Skills:
Extensive experience with Health & Safety Management systems
Expert knowledge of OHS regulations and industry standards
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, flex 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
Chartered flights within Newfoundland & Labrador
24/7 access to a fully stocked cafeteria with balanced meals prepared by our culinary team
Access to recreational facilities and social activities (cardio/weight room, gymnasium, music room, movie theatre, etc.)
Accommodations are equipped with cable TV, internet, and unlimited long-distance calling
All Personal Protective Equipment is provided upon hire. Employees are given a safety boot allowance and receive a 100% reimbursement for prescription safety glasses
Why Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland 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 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.
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.
Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.
Innu Nation members and Nunatsiavut beneficiaries can submit their application to their Vale Indigenous Employment Coordinator.
Pay Grade: 15V
Apply by: Wednesday, November 19th, 2025
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Interested applicants must submit their application online at https://vale.eightfold.ai/careers.