Job Description
Who We Are
We are Vale Base Metals – a global supplier of the critical minerals transforming the future.
With industry-leading reserves of copper and nickel in Canada, Brazil, and Indonesia, and state-of-the-art infrastructure in the U.K., Canada, and Japan, VBM delivers a secure and responsible supply of high-quality products to customers across Europe, the Americas, and Asia.
Global demand for critical minerals is growing exponentially. From energy to aerospace, batteries to magnets, robotics to artificial intelligence, a secure and responsible supply of critical minerals is fundamental to power modern technologies. And at Vale Base Metals, we are transforming our business to provide a secure and responsible supply of these minerals.
Join our diverse team of 13,000 talented individuals committed to providing mineral security to a world in transition. We invite you to put your skills to work, driving meaningful and enduring change while enjoying a rewarding career.
The Opportunity
We are currently seeking an Engineer in Training (EIT) to join our Mines Technical Services Team in Thompson, Manitoba This is a permanent position.
In this role, you will be responsible for the maintenance of our 24 Month Rolling Schedule in Deswik. This schedule is used to set production targets for various time periods, and schedule out conflicts which may put those targets at risk. The incumbent will work collaboratively with their peers in the engineering team and cross functionally with all other areas of the operations.
Additionally, in this position you will:
· Update stope designs using Deswik mine design software.
· Update development designs for accessing the ore body and other infrastructure.
· Ensure proper assignment of backfill to stopes for forecasting consumables.
· Link mine infrastructure to production.
· Manage projects related to mine improvement and infrastructure replacement.
· Communicate with operation, contractor, and construction crews to maintain scheduled timelines.
What We Offer You
· Competitive salary.
· 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, flex, sick, top up for maternity/parental)
· Flexible work arrangements.
· Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth.
· Grow your career in a large and global company, and mining industry leader.
· Employee Family Assistance Program.
· Online training and career development opportunities.
About You
Education:
- Engineering Degree in Mining is required.
- Must be eligible to register as an Engineer in Training with the Professional Engineering Association in Manitoba.
Experience:
- 2 years of underground mining experience is an asset, however EITs with less experience are encouraged to apply.
Skills:
· Expert knowledge of MS Office Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
· Experience with 3D mine design software (Deswik preferred)
· Strong problem-solving, data analysis, and communication skills
· Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment
Why Thompson
Often referred to as the "Hub of the North," Thompson is a city deeply intertwined with the mining industry, particularly due to its rich deposits of nickel. Vale Base Metals’ presence in Thompson includes significant mining and milling operations that extract and process nickel ore from the surrounding deposits. These operations are central to Thompson's economy, providing employment and supporting local businesses. The company's ongoing investments in the region highlight Thompson's importance in our broader operational strategy to improve life and transform the future.
Include to Transform
At Vale Base Metals, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive work environment where people can act like owners, being their authentic selves and empowering them to deliver results. Vale Base Metals 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 Manitobans Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.
Apply by: July 8, 2026
Grade: F7T
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