Vale

Specialist, Operational Risk

Greater Sudbury, ON

About This Job

Sudbury, ON, CAN

ID: 1085824

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 a Specialist, Operational Risk to join our Ontario Operations team in Sudbury. This is a permanent position.

This role will support the plant manager (Risk Owner) in Health, Safety and Operational Risk, the Senior Operational Risk & Safety Specialist role is to provide expertise, coaching and direction to enable line management and contractors to achieve accountability for safety & risk management in their respective areas. The role is responsible for implementation of hazard identification and risk management processes linked to plant activities and processes, and for assurance and verification of Policies, Procedures and Work Practices in compliance with Vale standards and with Federal and Provincial regulations.

Additionally, in this position you will:

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Provide strategic technical leadership in Safety & Risk Management by monitoring system performance, identifying gaps, and realigning practices to ensure continuous improvement and compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.

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Act as a cross-functional specialist, facilitating collaboration and knowledge sharing between mining plants to leverage operational strengths, optimize resource and equipment utilization, and drive efficiency across sites.

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Identify and mitigate safety risks by applying advanced risk management techniques (e.g., ICAM, 5-Why, Root Cause Analysis, BTA), recommending engineering and administrative controls, and implementing hazard-reduction features for high-risk areas such as ground falls, fires, and mobile equipment.

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Guide and support site personnel and leadership in developing and executing safety strategies, standards, and guidelines, while enhancing site-wide competencies through targeted training programs and risk assessment facilitation.

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Lead the implementation of VPS (Vale Production System) and other global risk management frameworks, ensuring alignment with international standards and integrating safety, asset integrity, operational, and compliance risks into daily operations.

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Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committees and regulatory agencies, to ensure regulatory compliance, effective risk management, and robust emergency preparedness, including mine rescue and community coordination.

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Drive performance and cultural change by supporting the development of site-specific strategies that reduce risk, improve environmental and production outcomes, and foster a high-performance, safety-first culture through coaching, mentoring, and continuous feedback.

About You

Education:

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Undergraduate degree in engineering, applied science or a related field is required.

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Post graduate completion of a Health and Safety program or Health and Safety certification is preferred (i.e. CCPS).

Experience:

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8-10 years of relevant work experience, including 3 – 5 years of front line supervision.

Skills:

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Ten years’ related experience with a focus on Health, Safety and Risk Management.

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Understanding of operational site safety & Risk systems and programs.

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Extensive experience with safety systems and methods Bowtie analysis, RCA.

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Leadership & People Management (mentoring, leading, influencing others).

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Strong Work & Business Management Skills (resource, planning & work prioritization management, results focused).

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Experienced knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations, international standards, and Injury Management.

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Good understanding of International Council of Mining and Metals (ICMM) guidelines on Safety and Health.

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Knowledge and understanding of Risk and critical control management.

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Familiar with ISO 14001/45001.

What We Offer You

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Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan

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Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package

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Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)

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Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental)

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

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Employee Family Assistance Program

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Virtual Healthcare online

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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.

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

Pay Grade: F4T

Apply by: July 9, 2025

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