Metallurgist - EIT II (Technical Specialist)

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.

We are currently seeking a Metallurgist / Engineer in Training (EIT) to join our Concentrator Technical Services Team in Thompson, Manitoba.

This is a permanent position. Relocation to Thompson is required.

As a Metallurgist / EIT you will provide accurate data & analysis to meet the commitments established for the role. Your experience and skills in plant and lab scale investigations of process changes and improvements within the Thompson Concentrator Technical Services Team will contribute to the success of the operations in being a safe and reliable producer.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Demonstrate an obsession with safety and risk management and meet the requirements of all applicable safety plans.
• Monitor metallurgical processes, equipment, and product quality and suggest improvements to test procedures.
• Investigate process equipment control problems, evaluate unit operations and metallurgy and recommend action to maintain efficient operation.
• Ensure accurate and thorough investigation and data analyses. Provide technical assistance to Process Improvement initiatives.
• Evaluate project options & assess their feasibility based on safety, cost impact, product quality & operations.
• Interface with operations and maintenance Teams, Process Engineering and Facilities Engineering to identify improvement opportunities.

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) - Staff
• 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

About You

Education:

• Engineering Degree in Metallurgical, Chemical or Mineral Processing field with a focus on Process Control is preferable.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 year of experience in a similar position.

Skills:

• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and statistical process control skills, with strong knowledge of statistical analysis.
• Ability to organize tasks, manage time efficiently, and work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer applications, with effective oral, written, and presentation communication skills, including facilitation.
• Familiarity with Mill operations considered an asset.

Why Thompson

Often referred to as the "Hub of the North," Thompson is a city deeply intertwined with the mining industry, particularly due to its rich deposits of nickel. Vale Base Metals' presence in Thompson includes significant mining and milling operations that extract and process nickel ore from the surrounding deposits. These operations are central to Thompson's economy, providing employment and supporting local businesses. The company's ongoing investments in the region highlight Thompson's importance in our broader operational strategy to improve life and transform the future.

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 Manitobans Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

Pay Grade: F7T

Apply by: March 6, 2026

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