Senior Mining Infrastructure Engineer at Vale

Job description

Ready to build a rewarding career in an industry that is transforming the future? 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 Senior Engineer, Mining / Infrastructure to join our Mines Technical Services team at Creighton Mine in Sudbury. This is a permanent position. As a Senior Engineer, Mining / Infrastructure, you will work with mine operations and technical disciplines to make sure that our mines have the required infrastructure/mine systems to achieve current and long term mine plans. The successful candidates will be responsible for driving transformation and ensure the mine infrastructure systems are developed and operated in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner. Additionally, in this position you will: Anticipate and propose solutions to current and potential infrastructure risks. Modelling/estimating the capacities of the mine infrastructure systems (dewatering, ventilation, backfill, air/water) and ensure they can meet the forecasted demand of the 3-Year Mine Plan (3YP) Integrate recommended infrastructure designs from the Long-Range Planning group Identify opportunities to optimize existing mining footprint. i.e. Decommission infrastructure and systems and optimize for Capex and Opex. Identify, scope and cost mining infrastructure systems and annual capital development construction to achieve 3YP Develop Capex and Opex profile estimates for infrastructure and mine systems expansions projects. Coordinate the engineering input, including and not limited to project review for the project tollgate and maturity assessments and ensures follow-up actions are completed. Review proposed infrastructure solutions to confirm general conformance with related regulations, policies, standards, and guidelines. Provide feedback on any gaps or opportunities to ensure continuous improvement. Safety & Continuous Improvement: Embed safety into all engineering activities in alignment with the MTS Safety Plan, while identifying opportunities to improve safety, productivity, and cost efficiency. Infrastructure, Utilities & Water Management: Maintain and update mine level and section prints; manage infrastructure systems (drainage, pumping, backfill, air, LTE) and support the Water Management Program and related investigations. 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, 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 About You Education: Bachelor’s degree in appropriate Engineering Discipline (Mechanical, Mining, Electrical). P.Eng. designation is required. Experience: A minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experie