Maintenance Technician

Welcome to Vale in Canada. As a leader in the mining industry, our responsibility is to positively impact our people, communities and the environment. We value our workforce and offer continuous training and career development opportunities for our people.

With our global headquarters in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and approximately 125,000 employees in over 30 countries, Vale is constantly growing and changing. We invite you to be part of our evolution.

Our open-pit mine and concentrator in Voisey’s Bay - Vale’s only fly-in/fly-out operation in Canada - produces nickel-cobalt-copper concentrate and copper concentrate. An underground expansion will see a transition to a leading edge underground mine extending the life of the mine until 2034. Our state-of the-art facility in Long Harbour is the first nickel processing plant in the world to use hydrometallurgy technology to produce Plating RoundsTM from hard rock (sulphide) concentrate, with low carbon footprint compared to traditional smelter technology. A team of employees across the province provide support to the Newfoundland and Labrador Operations.

**The Opportunity**

We are currently seeking a **Maintenance Technician - Instrumentation **to join our **Fixed Plant Maintenance **team in **Voisey’s Bay, NL **. This is a permanent position.

**_This permanent position is based at the Voisey’s Bay mine site in Labrador, a fly-in fly-out operation. This position is on a two week on, two week off rotation. _**

Reporting to the Electrical Supervisor, the **Maintenance Technician - Instrumentation **is responsible for repairing, troubleshooting, adjusting, overhauling, servicing and maintaining equipment within the powerplant, wastewater plant, water treatment plant and other utility facilities.

In this position, you will:

- Perform checks and maintenance according to preventive maintenance plans on equipment including generators, mills, crushers, pumps, conveyors, PLC’s, diesel motors, and other equipment;
- Complete breakdown, corrective and minor reports;
- Inspect, examine and test parts to recommend the extent and nature of the work to be done;
- Test, adjust and calibrate systems for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturer’s specifications and the functional needs of the operation;
- Adjust, calibrate, repair or replace defective parts and components of the equipment systems;
- Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment;
- Conduct final inspections to ensure that work detailed on work order has been completed to meet safety standards;
- Provide feedback improvement suggestions to the supervisor and planner and implement those that are within your ability;
- Improve equipment availability and efficiency through quality maintenance and failure analysis.

**About You**

**Education**:

- College diploma in Instrumentation and Control Technician.
- A Red Seal certification in the above trade is required.
- A Red Seal certification in as an Industrial Electrician would also be considered an asset.

**Experience**:

- Minimum of 5 years’ Journeyperson experience.
- Previous utility experience would be an asset.
- Previous mining or heavy industrial experience is preferred.

**Skills**:

- Knowledge of the repair and maintenance of fixed plant equipment.
- Ability to take initiative.
- Flexibility regarding work activities and type of work requirements.
- The ability to work in a multi-discipline, multi-tasking, team environment.

**What we offer you**:

- Competitive Salary and Site Premiums.
- Opportunity to earn an annual Employee Bonus.
- Attractive pension and benefits (company paid core coverage, flex health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances).
- Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation, sick, top up for maternity/parental).
- Chartered flights within the province.
- 24/7 access to a fully stocked cafeteria with balanced meals prepared by our culinary team.
- Access to recreational facilities and social activities (cardio/weight room, gymnasium, music room, movie theatre, etc.).
- Accommodations are equipped with cable TV, internet, and unlimited long-distance calling.
- All Personal Protective Equipment is provided upon hire. Employees are given a safety boot allowance and receive a 100% reimbursement for prescription safety glasses.
- Exposure to advanced mining technology and state of the art mechanized underground equipment.
- Employee Family Assistance Program.
- Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion and career growth.
- Opportunities to grow your career in a large global company, and mining industry leader.
- Online training and career development opportunities.

**Difference Makes All the Difference**

At Vale, 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 Vale values the plurality of individual