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 Mine Rescue Lead to join our Health, Safety, and Risk (HSR) Department 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 (day and night shift) at our remote Voisey’s Bay Mine Site.
As a Mine Rescue Lead you will be responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of the mine rescue plan, acquisition and maintenance of supporting emergency response equipment, and recruitment, training and leadership of mine rescue team members to ensure that Voisey’s Bay Operations are adequately prepared for underground and surface emergency response and capable of protecting people, property and the environment. Your experience and skills will allow you to ensure that the mine rescue is adequately established and incorporated into the Crisis Management System, as well as ensure that the mine rescue structure, training and capabilities for the Voisey’s Bay underground mine expansion meets legislative requirements for the province of NL.
Additionally, in this position you will:
- Coordinate and deliver training requirements and manage team schedule;
- Maintain mine rescue equipment to applicable legislative requirements;
- Monitor progress and coach team members through practical and theoretical training;
- Assist in auditing of mine emergency response plan and life safety systems;
- Review, update and maintain emergency response plans and systems;
- Support the management team on all aspects of the crisis management processes for the site (ie. EMQ Net Crisis Management System);
- Assume the position of incident command in the event of an emergency situation on site.
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 college diploma in a related field is required.
- Mine Rescue or NFPA 1041 Instructor preferred.
- First Aid Instructor as asset.
- Incident command systems 100/200 an asset.
- Confined Space, Technical Rope Rescue an asset.
- Level 1 Firefighter or NFPA 1081 – if Mine Rescue certified an asset.
Experience:
- A minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role is required.
Skills:
- Leadership and facilitation experience.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and ability to work in a diverse and remote environment.
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.
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 Aboriginal Employment Coordinator.
Interested applicants can submit their application online at https://vale.eightfold.ai/careers.
Pay Grade: F6T
Apply by: Tuesday, July 28th, 2026
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