Production Engineering Superintendent

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 Production Engineering Superintendent to join our Production Engineering team in Long Harbour, NL.

This is a permanent on-site position, working a 4x10 schedule at the Long Harbour Operations site. Additional shift coverage will be required as needed.

As a Production Engineering Superintendent, you will provide technical production oversight, process coordination, project execution and strategic coverage to support efficient plant troubleshooting and production commitments. This role will provide ensure continuity in leadership, identify and resolve capacity constraints and drive long term engineering initiatives to reduce costs and improve reliability to Long Harbour Operations.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Lead technical production engineering for safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations.
• Oversee process coordination and plant performance, driving improvements in operational efficiency.
• Execute strategic projects to identify and eliminate bottlenecks, increase throughput, and enhance reliability.
• Develop and implement long-term capacity planning aligned with business growth and customer requirements.
• Champion energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives, delivering measurable resource utilization improvements.
• Act as delegate for the Production Manager, ensuring continuity in leadership and decision-making. Additionally, to shift superintendents when required.
• Direct root cause investigations for production disruptions, implementing systemic corrective actions.
• Analyze operational data and provide reporting on key metrics to identify cost-saving opportunities, improve asset utilization, and enhance overall plant performance
• Mentor and develop technical staff, fostering a culture of accountability and technical excellence.

About You

Education:

• Undergraduate Degree in Process Engineering or Chemical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation with PEGNL (eligible or obtained).

Experience:

• A minimum of 11 years experience as an Engineer, preferably in a complex industrial setting.

Skills:

• Operational experience and knowledge of hydrometallurgical plants and metals refineries.
• Previous supervisor experience, preferably in a technical setting.
• Ability to lead a group of technical professionals and work collaboratively to support a diverse group of business functions.
• Knowledge of pressure leaching, solvent extraction, and electrowinning circuits.
• Knowledge of the PI datalink software.
• Superior organizational, analytical and troubleshooting skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask, change priorities, problem solve and resolve conflict. Able to communicate with, build, and maintain strong positive relationships across multiple departments.

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)
• Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, health, dental coverage and disability plans)
• Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental)
• Flexible work arrangements
• Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Virtual Healthcare online
• Online training and career development opportunities
• 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: 15V

Apply by: Sunday, October 19th, 2025

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Interested applicants must submit their application online