Vale Base Metals

Senior Process Assistant (Fixed Term)

Greater Sudbury, ON

full time

On-site

Mining

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

Fixed Term Senior Process Assistant, Local 2020-05

to join our

Clarabelle Mill

Team in Sudbury, ON.

This is a 18 month-fixed term position covered under the Collective Agreement between Vale and the Local 2020-05 United Steelworkers.

This role is primarily an individual contributor role that provides advice and specialized skills to support the Operations and Maintenance departments in the area of process technology. This role adds value by delivering technical services and technical support for the plant in a safe, accurate, timely, and cost-effective manner. Such work involves plant troubleshooting, process and sample analysis, quality control, process improvement, and related research and development (R&D) activities.

Additionally, in this position you will:

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Conduct metallurgical and analytical tasks including sampling, data collection, analysis, and communication of findings to relevant teams.

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Investigate and perform root cause analysis on metallurgical process issues.

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Support process improvement and R&D initiatives, including planning, design, coordination, and execution of projects.

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Assist with commissioning, testing, and maintenance of new or modified plant equipment and processes.

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Monitor and enhance plant product quality, maintain analytical instruments, and train personnel on their proper use.

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Manage lab equipment and supplies, administer technical databases, and contribute to safety and continuous learning in mineral processing.

About You Education:

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Diploma in Metallurgical, Mineral processing or Chemical Engineering Technology or Chemistry, Metallurgy or Mineral processing. Relevant University degree is an asset.

Experience:

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Up to two years’ relevant experience in an industrial operating environment. Experience with mineral processing is an asset.

Skills:

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General knowledge of sampling theory, analytical chemistry, mineral processing, process instrumentation, process control, and laboratory procedures.

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Ability to use standard mineral processing lab equipment (pH probes, lab flotation cells, etc.), equipment for process sampling, field measurements and sample prep equipment (rifflers, pulverizers, sieve screens). Experience with online XRF analyzers is an asset.

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College level numerical/mathematical skills, including statistics and control charts. Prepare and analyze process data. Develop simple mass balances around metallurgical processes.

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Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Familiarity with process Information Management Systems (PI, Illuminator) and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) is an asset.

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Required to perform routine professional or technical tasks, procedures, or calculations requiring basic knowledge in one or more specialty areas in chemical/metallurgical engineering technology.

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Required to use or have knowledge of basic equipment or hand tools (e.g. laboratory equipment). Use and understand equipment for process sampling, field measurements and solution analysis.

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Familiar with fundamental mineral processing equipment (flotation cells, rod mills, ball mills, cyclones).

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Familiar with what factors affect the control of a mineral processing plant and processes (pH, density, collectors, froth level, etc.).

What We Offer You

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Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan

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

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Online training and career development opportunities

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Opportunities to build your network and lots of fun!

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.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

Pay Grade:

Apply by:

Friday, August 8 th , 2025

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