Emergency Response Supervisor

Long Harbour, NL, CAN

ID: 1089345

Job Description

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 Emergency Response Supervisor to join our Health, Safety, Environment, and Risk team in Long Harbour, NL.

This permanent position will be on a 4x10s schedule (Monday to Thursday or Tuesday to Friday) working at the Long Harbour Operations site in Long Harbour, NL.

The Emergency Response Supervisor is responsible for the development, implementation, and continual improvement of the emergency response plan at the Long Harbour Operations site. This plan is currently undergoing significant change and improvement as the site strives to meet a Responsible Care standard set by the Chemistry Industry Association of Canada, along with internal Vale standards. Several new response scenarios will need to be developed. The incumbent will be a critical link between the Emergency Response Team and the Crisis Management Team. As improvements are made to the site’s emergency preparedness plans, the Emergency Response Supervisor will use the management of change process to detail the changes needed to equipment, training and emergency drill schedules. The Emergency Response Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of the Emergency Response Team Leads who are accountable for the day-to-day routines, inspections, training, response to emergency calls and incident command. The Emergency Response Coordinator is also responsible for the acquisition, and maintenance of emergency response equipment and assets to ensure that all resources are in place for the protection of people, property, and the environment at the Long Harbour Operations site.

Additionally, in this position you will:

- Develop, implement, maintain, and continually improve the site Emergency Response Plan.

- Support the HSR team on implementing, maintaining and continuously improving the Crisis Management Plan.

- Post incident analysis and investigation.

- Ensure readiness of Emergency Response Team for all response scenarios at the Long Harbour Operations site including but not limited to, fire, gas response, loss of containment of hazardous materials, dam/water retaining structure failure, environmental response, etc.

- Communicate about emergency preparedness to a wide range of stakeholders, internally and externally and represent VNL in various forums.

About You

Education:

- A two-year College Diploma – NFPA Firefighter Level 1 and II/Emergency Response or equivalent is required.

- Class 5 or equivalent driver's license is required.

- Considered an asset:

- Post-secondary education in Occupational, Health & Safety, Process Safety, or related technical discipline.

- Understanding of the Hydromet operation would also be considered an asset.

- Degree in Emergency Management or related field.

- Pump Operations, Hydraulics, Driver/Operator Airbrake endorsement.

- 1021 Fire Officer or NFPA.

- AMFR (Advanced Medical First Aid).

- NFPA 1081, Industrial Firefighter

- NFPA 472, Hazardous Materials - min. of Operations.

- NFPA 1006, Certified Rescue Technician.

- NFPA Fire Instructor Level 1.

- NFPA Vehicle Rescue.

- NFPA High Angle Rescue.

- NFPA Confined Space Rescue.

Experience:

- A minumum of 5 years experience in a similar supervisory/leadership role.

- Experience as a Fire Chief/Officer in an industrial setting would be an asset.

- Experience in post-incident analysis and investigation.

Skills:

- Broad understanding of emergency response scenarios in a chemical plant work environment.

- Competent knowledge of applicable OH&S and NFPA legislation and codes.

- Strong organization skills to coordinate with internal and external stakeholder to achieve a goal.

- Strong communication skills to impart emergency preparedness training to people with a wide variety of backgrounds (e.g. senior management team members who participate in Crisis Management Team)

- Strong risk mitigation awareness and control effectiveness and the ability to apply learnings through debriefs and feedback loops.

- Excellent communication (written and verbal).

- Able to work independently, as well as part of a team.

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

- Relocation Assistance Include only if applicable.

- A Bus Service departing from the St. John’s vicinity.

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.

Pay Grade: 17V

Apply by: Thursday, September 25th, 2025

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