Industrial Mechanic T.Q.

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

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 an Industrial Mechanic/Millwright to join our Concentrator Maintenance Team, in Thompson, MB. Relocation will be required for this role.

This is a permanent position working on a rotating schedule (12 hrs. shift).

As an Industrial Mechanic, you will be responsible for installing and dismantling of equipment to inspecting and maintaining of equipment. Your experience and skills will contribute to interpreting instructions, sketches, drawings, templates, work orders, welding procedures and data sheets related to work assignments in either the shop or field

Additionally, in this position you will:

- install, dismantle, assemble, construct, erect, move, replace, inspect, adjust maintain and repair mechanical and process equipment and structures throughout the mines and surface plants.

- Safely install, inspect, service and test hoisting ropes and shaft conveyances

- Align with work safety policies and safety regulations.

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, dental coverage and disability plans

- 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:

- The ideal candidate will have an Inter-Provincial Red Seal (Certificate of Qualification) as an Industrial Mechanic/Millwright.

- Experience:

- Minimum 3 years of industrial experience is preferred.

- Skills:

- Thorough knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanic principal is preferred.

- Experience installing, maintaining and repairing equipment (hydraulic, pneumatic, power transmission, mechanical drives, conveyor systems, pumps, overhead cranes) are considered an asset.

- Oxy acetylene cutting and burning is considered an asset.

- Mechanical and hydraulic blueprint reading is 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.

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