Vale Base Metals

Maintenance Engineer

LocationLong Harbour, NL
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

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 a Maintenance Engineer to join our Mechanical Maintenance and Maintenance Services Team in Long Harbour, NL. Relocation to the Province of Newfoundland & Labrador will be required for this role.

This is a permanent on-site position, working a 4x10s Monday to Thursday schedule at our Long Harbour Operations Site.

As a Maintenance Engineer you will be responsible for delivering improved asset performance by implementing and optimizing the reliability program for on-site technical maintenance support, engineering, screening/scoping , repair scopes of work and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the plant.


Additionally, in this position you will:

Provides on-site, maintenance engineering technical support following a failure, in order to have assets returned to running condition as soon possible, with a reduced likelihood of a reoccurrence.
Supports operations and execution teams to conduct Continuous Improvement Projects related to operating or maintaining assets and improving infrastructure. Makes recommendations for improving the repair cycles on assets. This includes applying existing engineered solutions or Vale engineering standards, upgrading materials and writing and developing procedures.
Coordinates with Operations, Procurement, Maintenance, Central Engineering, Document Control, vendors and OEM’s and others as required to solve problems and implement improvements.
Supports stakeholders with troubleshooting complex problems and supports execution of maintenance shutdowns.
Updates equipment operation and maintenance plans to optimize its life-cycle strategies and improve plant performance.
Leads scoping, engineering and design, project management, and procurement efforts, leading various initiatives and improvement projects for Maintenance team.


About You


Education:

Bachelor of Engineering Degree is required.
Preference may be given to Mechanical Engineer.
Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation with PEGNL is preferred.


Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of Maintenance Engineering experience.


Skills:

Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Knowledge and understanding of codes, regulations, and specifications.
Strong computer skills in SAP would be an asset.
Strong analytical, planning, organizational, and time management skills.


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
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 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.

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


Pay Grade: F6T

Apply by: Tuesday, April 22 nd , 2025


#ValeBaseMetals

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