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.
You are a passionate and technically strong leader with expertise in climate action, decarbonization, and sustainable mining practices. You bring a deep understanding of mining and processing operations, greenhouse gas emissions management, energy transition technologies, and the risks and opportunities associated with the low-carbon economy.
You thrive in collaborative, cross-functional environments and have demonstrated success influencing stakeholders, managing complex initiatives, and translating strategic sustainability objectives into practical, measurable outcomes. You are comfortable working across operations, technical teams, and corporate functions to drive decarbonization initiatives that support business performance and sustainability commitments.
You have experience developing and implementing decarbonization strategies, evaluating emissions reduction opportunities, and supporting climate-related governance, reporting, and risk management activities. You understand how to integrate climate considerations into business planning, capital projects, procurement, and operational decision-making while balancing technical, financial, and organizational priorities.
You are an effective communicator and relationship builder who can engage with leaders, operational teams, customers, investors, regulators, and industry partners. You are motivated by continuous improvement, innovation, and the opportunity to help accelerate Vale Base Metals' journey toward a lower-carbon future while advancing the company's sustainability and ESG objectives.
Decarbonization Strategy & Implementation
Climate Policy, Governance & Risk Management
Performance Monitoring & Reporting
Low Carbon Centre of Excellence
Skills:
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.
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.
Vale uses artificial intelligence to screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position.
Pay Grade: GRG
Minimum Starting Salary: CAD 132,000
Apply by: Friday, Aug 21, 2026
#ValeBaseMetals
We are a global mining company producing iron ore, pellets, and nickel, and we are committed to becoming one of the safest, most trustworthy mining company in the world. With a workforce of 120,000 employees, we work every day to transform natural resources into prosperity and sustainable development for the approximately 30 countries in which we operate.
In addition to mining, we have operations in logistics, energy, and steelmaking. We self-generate 54% of the energy we use, and in Brazil alone, more than 1 million people travel on our passenger trains on the Vitória-Minas and Carajás railroads every year.
We continuously reassert our commitment to the future of our planet by, among other initiatives, protecting 8,500 km² of natural land and investing in R&D to lead the sustainable mining revolution, with the ultimate goal of becoming a carbon-neutral company by 2050.
We are constantly evolving, always aiming to be a diverse and inclusive company. We are pursuing a goal of doubling our female workforce by 2030 and increasing representation among our leadership. Our activities are governed by a policy of transparency, safety and security, ethics, and respect in order to protect the environment and encourage the development of our employees.
We are Vale.
