Mill Operations Trainer

Ready to build a rewarding career in an industry that is transforming the future?

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 a Mill Operations Trainer to join our Learning & Development Team in Voisey’s Bay, Labrador, a fly-in fly-out operation.

This is a permanent on-site position, working a 2 week on, 2 week off rotation at our remote mine site in Voisey’s Bay.

As a Mill Operations Trainer, your primary responsibility will be to ensure that employees receive the knowledge and practical training to work safely and productively in a Mill and Paste Plant environment.   You will also support the development of workers in other related fields as per business need.  Your experience and skills will allow you to administer and assist in the development, coordination, and delivery of all facets of the Mill and Paste Plant training. You will be required to perform regulatory training, equipment training, assess competencies/qualifications, and execute Vale related training initiatives.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Provide instruction and functional training on the mill and paste plant equipment and processes to a level of competency required by the company;
• Develop, organize and deliver safe and effective classroom computer-based training, safety related, practical and follow-up training in a timely manner, based on the identified training needs, such as: Zero Energy, Overhead Crane, Confined Space Entry, Fall Arrest, Forklift and Skid Steer Operation, Radiation Awareness following the OHS Act and Regulations, etc;
• Provide on the job training for all Mill Operators, mentoring and coaching; observe and complete individual Mill Operator improvement and skill performance evaluations;
• Deliver orientation training to all employees, contractors, and visitors to site as scheduled;
• Deliver specialized certification training to the entire site as required (examples include Fall Protection, LOTO and First Aid);

 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, flex 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
• Chartered flights within Newfoundland & Labrador
• 24/7 access to a fully stocked cafeteria with balanced meals prepared by our culinary team
• Access to recreational facilities and social activities (cardio/weight room, gymnasium, music room, movie theatre, etc.)
• Accommodations are equipped with cable TV, internet, and unlimited long-distance calling
• All Personal Protective Equipment is provided upon hire. Employees are given a safety boot allowance and receive a 100% reimbursement for prescription safety glasses

About You

Education:

• A minimum of a High School diploma is required.
• Completion of a program of study related to adult education and administration of workplace learning and training is preferred.
• Additional Trainer Certifications (Workplace NL Trainer, St John Ambulance Trainer, etc.) are considered an asset.
• Minimum Class 5 provincial Driver License.

Experience:

• A minimum of 8 years in a similar role/working in Mill Operations is required. 
• Experience working with a Learning Management System preferred.

Skills:

• Ability to promote and demonstrate Risk Management and Health & Safety in training.
• Strong communication and presentation skills – both oral and written.
• Solid working knowledge of NL OH&S and Mines Safety Acts and Regulations.
• Experience working in a diverse culture and the ability to facilitate effectively.
• Self-motivated, and be an active team member to ensure team goals are achieved.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.), with the ability to maintain employee training records and training material. 

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 Vale Base Metals’ integrated operations play a crucial role. At Long Harbour, we operate a state-of-the-art processing plant, which refines nickel concentrate from Vale Base Metals’ Voisey's Bay mine, located in Labrador, into 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 is one of the world's most substantial nickel deposits. It provides high-quality nickel, copper, and cobalt, essential for the 21^st century economy.

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.

Vale recognizes the Impacts and Benefits Agreements with the Innu Nation and the Nunatsiavut Government in which Innu and Inuit workers have first preference for employment at the Voisey’s Bay Mine Site. This is guided by an adjacency principle that first gives preference to those who live on the coast of Labrador, followed by those residing in the rest of Labrador, those residing on the island of the province, followed by the rest of Canada.

Next, priority will be given to Newfoundland and Labrador residents. We also welcome those who are willing to relocate back home and those looking to make NL their permanent home.

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

Innu Nation members and Nunatsiavut beneficiaries can submit their application to their Vale Indigenous Employment Coordinator.

Pay Grade: G01  

Apply by: Sunday, March 1^st, 2026.

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Interested applicants must submit their application online at https://vale.eightfold.ai/careers