Lead, Tailings & Water

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, Tailings & Water to join our Concentrator Tailings Department in Voisey's Bay, Labrador, a fly-in fly-out operation.

This is a permanent on-site position, working a two week on, two week off rotation.

The Lead, Tailings & Water will coordinate and perform activities to ensure that Vale Newfoundland and Labrador is able to meet all requirements (legal, regulatory, corporate) related to the management of tailings and water systems.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Provide technical guidance and support of all activities (e.g. development, maintenance, training, etc.) related to the Voisey's Bay Tailings and Water Management System to ensure company conformance with the Mining Association of Canada (MAC) guidelines, as part of the Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) initiative.
• Coordinate all spring run-off activities, including the organization of equipment, supplies, and personnel, and allocate these resources according to risk.
• Oversee and coordinate all activities related to effluent treatment and discharge to the natural environment ensuring compliance with regulatory and management system requirements.
• Develop and maintain technical databases related to tailings deposition and management, water treatment and management.
• Develop short and long-term operating plans for the tailings impoundment facility and water management infrastructure.
• Coordinate the completion of maintenance activities (e.g. pipeline fusion, sedimentation pond repair, etc.) related to the management of tailings and water systems.
• Assist in the preparation of capital appropriation requests for tailings and water management-related capital projects.
• Connect with regulatory authorities regarding tailings and water management-related plans, issues, and operating permit matters.
• Complete lockouts for external contractors.
• Periodically provide Supervision to a crew of 2-3 individuals.

About You

Education:

• Post-secondary degree/diploma in a related technical field (i.e. environmental engineering, process engineering, industrial engineering, chemical engineering);

Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role, within a process related industrial setting.
• Previous water treatment and tailings facility management experience is an asset.

Skills:

• Previous experience in a fly in/fly out environment is an asset.
• Sound field and hands-on mechanical skills are a must.
• Strong interpersonal skills: ability to influence and work with others to achieve defined targets.
• Ability to coordinate a diverse group of individuals (both internal and external to the company).
• Familiarity with Mining Association of Canada (MAC) guidelines for tailings facility management.
• Knowledge of the chemical and process fundamentals as it pertains to effluent treatment and tailings deposition.
• Ability to develop and carry out test programs and other technical investigations.
• Strong analytical skills (compilation, analysis, and interpretation of data).
• Technical report writing skills.
• Intermediate level computer skills, specifically with MS Office Suite.

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 training and career development opportunities
• 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 21^st 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 Aboriginal Employment Coordinator.

Pay Grade: F5T

Apply by: Thursday, December 18^th, 2025.

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Interested applicants must submit their application online at https://vale.eightfold.ai/careers.