Engineer-In-Training (EIT) - Tailings & Management Engineer

Ready to build a rewarding career in an industry that is growing?

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 an EIT II – Tailings Management Engineer to join our Tailings & Dams team in Long Harbour, NL.

This is a permanent position, working a 4x10s schedule at our Long Harbour Operations site.

As a EIT II – Tailings and Management Engineer, you be reporting to the VNL Responsible Tailings Facility Engineer (RTFE), and will take on the role of assisting the RTFE who is accountable for the integrity of the tailings facility by performing the scope of work for key aspects of tailings, pond, and dam management, with a focus in process safety for the operation, surveillance, ongoing construction of tailings and water management facilities, and liaising with internal teams and the Accountable Executive.

Additionally, in this position you will:

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What We Offer You

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 21st 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.

Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

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

Pay Grade: F7T

Apply by: Monday, May 26th, 2025

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