Geologist

1 day ago

Sudbury, Ontario, 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 Geologist to join our Mines Technical Services team at Creighton Mine in Sudbury. This is a permanent position covered under the Collective Agreement between Vale and the Local United Steelworkers.

As a Geologist, you will provide geological oversight and support to underground execution geology. Your experience and skills will work closely with Engineering, Ground Control and Operations to support the mine designs for the Life of Mine Plan.

Additionally, in this position you will:

  • Follow departmental safety program.
  • Provide grade control monitoring for assigned area in the mine.
  • Communication of daily geology information to operations by clear, concise verbal and written instructions.
  • Communication of cutoff grade calls to operations to maximize ore recovery.
  • Conduct geological and structural back mapping.
  • Perform stope reconciliation, calculating mineability and dilution values, root cause determination and share findings with operations.
  • Core logging and QAQC.
  • Collect and process geological data (including conductivity probing) for the purpose of ore interpretation and reserve and resource calculations.
  • Communicate changes in geological interpretation to engineering and operations.
  • Communicate observed and potential safety hazards to mine supervision.
  • Communication of cut-off grade calls to operations department for area of a mine.
  • Provide geological and structural information (ore outlines) for drive layouts for assigned area of a mine.
  • Carry out specific accountabilities as assigned by the Chief Mine Geologist.
  • Identify, analyze and recommend opportunities for safety, productivity and cost improvements.
  • Frequent underground travel is required.

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

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.

Paygrade: l

Posting Date: October 20, 2025

Closing Date: October 27, 2024

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