Superintendent, Business Support

Who We Are

We are Vale Base Metals – a global supplier of the critical minerals transforming the future.

With industry-leading reserves of copper and nickel in Canada, Brazil, and Indonesia, and state-of-the-art infrastructure in the U.K., Canada, and Japan, VBM delivers a secure and responsible supply of high-quality products to customers across Europe, the Americas, and Asia.

Global demand for critical minerals is growing exponentially. From energy to aerospace, batteries to magnets, robotics to artificial intelligence, a secure and responsible supply of critical minerals is fundamental to power modern technologies. And at Vale Base Metals, we are transforming our business to provide a secure and responsible supply of these minerals.

Join our diverse team of 13,000 talented individuals committed to providing mineral security to a world in transition. We invite you to put your skills to work, driving meaningful and enduring change while enjoying a rewarding career.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Superintendent, Business Support to join the Copper Cliff Mine Complex Team based in Sudbury, Ontario.

This is a permanent on-site position, working Monday to Friday - dayshifts. This posting is for an existing position vacancy.

Reporting to the General Manager of the Copper Cliff Mine 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.

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

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 in the mining industry.

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.

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 required for modern technologies such as AI and defence. 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 can act like owners, being their authentic selves and empowering them to deliver results. Vale Base Metals 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.

Vale uses artificial intelligence to screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position.

Pay Grade: 15V

Minimum Starting Salary: $110,400.00

Apply by: February 9, 2026

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