Protection Services Professional

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 Relief Protection Services Professionals to join our Protection Services team in Sudbury, Ontario.

This is a fixed term position, for a duration of 8-12 months, working onsite. The positions are scheduled for shift work which is required on days, nights and weekends to support 24/7 operations.

As a Protection Services Professional, you will provide service in the areas of security, advanced first aid, injury management and emergency response. Your experience and skills will promote safe and healthy work practices within the organization.

As a Protection Services Professional, you will provide service in the areas of security, advanced first aid, injury management and emergency response. Your experience and skills will promote safe and healthy work practices within the organization.

Additionally, in this position you will:

- Provide emergency response, assessment and treatment for all ill/injured personnel.

- Provide access control to our Sudbury Operations sites.

- Provide traffic monitoring and enforcement.

- Initiate Emergency Response Procedures for all Level 1, 2 and 3 emergencies.

- Injury management for industrial and non-industrial injuries/illnesses.

- Provide safety eyewear and respirator fit testing.

About You

Education:

- A College Diploma in Law and Security, Nursing, or Paramedic is preferred.

- A valid Ontario Security Guard license preferred, will be required prior to start date.

- Minimum Standard First Aid certificate is required. Preference to Advanced First Aid, CPR Administration, and Defibrillator certifications.

Experience:

- A minimum of 6 months of relevant experience is required.

Skills:

- Acts in an adaptable and flexible way, acting with resilience when facing adversity and change.

- Demonstrates excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Demonstrates excellent communication skills.

- Software skills in Microsoft Office and Excel.

- Proficient in report writing.

What We Offer You

- Competitive compensation.

- Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth.

- Online training and career development opportunities.

Why Sudbury

Greater Sudbury is a vibrant city in northeastern Ontario, renowned for its rich mining history and significant role in Canada's mineral production. The city sits atop one of the world's largest and oldest meteorite impact sites, the Sudbury Basin, which is exceptionally rich in nickel, copper, and other critical minerals that are needed for the green economy. The mining sector is a cornerstone of Sudbury's economy, driving both employment and economic growth, and Vale Base Metals plays a pivotal role in this regard. Our commitment to the community is as deep as our mines.

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.

Pay Grade: G03

Apply by: January 6, 2026

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