Specialist, Project Geology

2 months ago


Greater Sudbury, Canada Vale Full time

**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, Project Geology** to join our Early-Stage projects team in **Sudbury, Ontario**.

The Specialist, Project Geology is responsible for geological work supporting Vale’s project portfolio of FEL1, FEL2, and FEL3 studies for the North Atlantic division. The Project Geology Specialist is responsible for geological, geotechnical, and metallurgical drilling programs. The role will ensure the projects are delivered within scope, cost, and schedule while maintaining the safety and quality objectives.

This is a permanent onsite position.

Additionally, in this position you will:

- Lead and actively promote behaviours aligned with Vale’s safety goals for all stakeholders including employees, consultants, customers, and members of the community
- Communicate and liaise regularly with project team, consultants, and internal specialists with respect to the outcomes of the geology, geotechnical and metallurgical work to ensure that goals and priorities are clearly understood
- Recommend to the project stakeholders opportunities for project de-risking and cost optimization such as scheduling improvement, drill program optimization and safer techniques
- Provide input into mine design criteria related to cut-off grade, ore blending, and mineability & dilution
- Design and review drill programs and propose and communicate changes that would benefit the project
- Interface with project team, owner’s team, consultants, drilling contractors and mine operations to ensure no aspect of the project is overlooked or lags in progress and assists in the development and implementation of recovery plans.Mitigate deliverable delays by coordinating the different disciplines and establishing priorities.
- Complete geological reports required by the project teams to legislative and company governance requirements

**About You**

**Education**:

- Undergraduate degree in Geology or Geological Engineering is required
- P. GEO. Or P.Eng is required

**Experience**:

- Over 10 years of experience

**Skills**:

- Experience in delivering FEL 1/2/3 level studies
- Use of industry standard 3D geological modelling Tools (i.e. Datamine, Leapfrog )
- Experience in developing and managing diamond drill programs
- Underground, open pit, and processing experience (technical and operations)
- Solid understanding of mineral resource and reserve reporting
- Knowledge of mineral and metallurgical processing
- Knowledge of geotechnical data collection processes

**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, flex, 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

**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
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