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 Heavy Equipment Operator Trainer to join our Learning & Development team in Voisey's Bay, Labrador, a fly-in fly-out operation.

This is a permanent on-site position, working a 2 week on, 2 week off rotation at the remote Voisey's Bay Mine Site.

As an HEO Trainer, your primary responsibility will be to ensure that employees receive the knowledge and practical training to be a safe and productive Heavy Equipment Operator. You will be expected to support the development of workers in other related fields as requested (i.e. Sewage/water Treatment, Ship Loader operation, etc.). As a HEO Trainer, you will also be required to develop the skills necessary to effectively teach OH&S related courses. Training must be completed in accordance to Vale Guidelines/Standards and Regulatory Legislation, while ensuring Heavy Equipment Operators have the skill level to accommodate the Mine Site needs. The HEO Trainer will also develop/co-develop, monitor, communicate and ensure an understanding of Departmental SOP's. In this role, you will foster healthy relationships and maintain communications with all stakeholders of the operation to help ensure training needs identified are addressed in a timely manner.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Organize and deliver effective classroom, practical field level functional competency, and follow-up training in a timely manner
• Identify training needs for operations employees; primary focus on site services and mine but may also be required to support other departments as well
• Develop and assist in the development, review and revision of Heavy Equipment, OHS, Site and Company related training programs, incorporating new ideas, SOPs, changes, etc to training materials.
• Liaise with Operational Departments to optimize training effectiveness and efficiency
• Mentor and coach the employees in the safe, effective and productive operation of heavy equipment for site services and mining operations
• Deliver and/or develop specialized certification training to the entire site as required including Fall Protection, Power Line Hazards, Overhead Crane
• Ensure all training is in compliance with legislative requirements, and in conformance with company policies, Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and Impact and Benefits Agreements (IBA)

About You

Education:

• Completion of Heavy Equipment Operator program or equivalent is required.

• Must hold a valid Class 1 Drivers license with a minimum of 2 years' operating experience.

Experience:

• A minimum of 8 years operating experience with Heavy Equipment at a mining site (including loader, grader, dozer, excavator, telehandler, forklift and tractor trailer)
• A minimum of 4 years training experience
• Experience in Standard Operating Procedure development
• Ship Loading/Unloading experience is considered an asset.

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Facilitation experience (classroom, crew meetings)
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
• Effective problem solving and proactive thinking
• Excellent time management skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Cultural diversity (respect for and acceptance of cultural diversity)
• Safety oriented with good working knowledge of the NL OHS Act and regulations, Mines Safety Act and Regulations
• Background in VES or other Learning Management System is an asset

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
• 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.

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

Pay Grade: G01

Apply by: Friday, May 30^th, 2025

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