Mechanical Maintenance/Reliability Engineer

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 Mechanical Maintenance/Reliability Engineer to join our Engineering & Reliability Team in Long Harbour, NL. Relocation to the Province of Newfoundland & Labrador will be required for this role.

This is a permanent on-site position, working a 4x10s Monday to Thursday schedule at our Long Harbour Operations Site.

As a Mechanical Maintenance/Reliability Engineer you will be responsible for delivering improved performance of the assets by implementing and optimizing the reliability program for the processing facilities they support. Your experience and skills will assist on-site technical maintenance support, engineering, and screening/scoping as well as aiding with the repair scopes of work and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the plant.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Provide on-site maintenance engineering support during equipment failures to ensure rapid restoration of operations and reduce recurrence through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with operations and execution teams to lead and support continuous improvement projects focused on asset performance, infrastructure upgrades, and optimized repair cycles.
• Work closely with Operations, Procurement, Maintenance, Engineering, Document Control, vendors, and OEMs to resolve technical issues and implement sustainable improvements.
• Apply value analysis (cost-benefit assessments) to guide decisions on equipment repair, replacement, or redesign, ensuring optimal asset utilization and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain asset strategies using tools like Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA), focusing on lifecycle management and operational readiness.
• Conduct reliability studies and trend analysis using KPIs such as MTTR and MTBF to identify bad actors, optimize maintenance plans, and improve overall equipment reliability.
• Collaborate with site personnel to refine preventive maintenance tasks, ensuring safe, efficient, and effective execution through improved methodology and sequencing.
• Lead engineering design, scoping, project management, and procurement for maintenance-related initiatives, while recommending strategic investments in technology and equipment to enhance asset value.

About You

Education:

• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering Degree is required.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation with PEGNL is required.

Experience:

• Minimum of 4 years of Maintenance and/or Reliability Engineering experience.
• Previous Reliability and Maintenance experience in a mining or heavy industrial environment.
• Demonstrated experience applying RCM principles is considered an asset.
• Experience in Reliability Based Inspection, Reliability Centred Analysis, and Reliability Systems Analysis software.

Skills:

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of codes, regulations, and specifications.
• Strong computer skills in SAP would be an asset.
• Strong analytical, planning, organizational, and time management skills.

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, personal, 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
• Relocation Assistance
• A Bus Service departing from the St. John's vicinity

Why Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada's easternmost province, is known for its rugged coastline, rich cultural heritage, and significant natural resources. The province's economy is bolstered by a robust mining sector, where our operations play a crucial role. At Long Harbour, we operate a state-of-the-art processing plant, which refines nickel concentrate from the Voisey's Bay mine into finished nickel, copper, and cobalt products. This plant is a cornerstone of our commitment to value-added processing in Canada. Meanwhile, the Voisey's Bay mine, located in Labrador, is one of the world's most substantial nickel deposits. It provides high-quality nickel, copper, and cobalt, essential for the 21st century economy.

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.

Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

Pay Grade: F6T

Apply by: Monday, November 10th, 2025

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