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 Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join our Mechanical Maintenance Team in Long Harbour, NL. Relocation to the Province of Newfoundland & Labrador will be required for this role.
The role is a permanent on-site position, working a 4x10s Monday to Thursday schedule at our Long Harbour Operations Site.
As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering improved asset performance by implementing and optimizing the reliability program for on-site technical maintenance support, engineering, screening/scoping, repair scopes of work and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the plant.
Additionally, in this position you will:
- Provides on-site, maintenance engineering technical support following a failure, in order to have assets returned to running condition as soon possible, with a reduced likelihood of a reoccurrence.
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Supports operations and execution teams to conduct Continuous Improvement Projects related to operating or maintaining assets and improving infrastructure. Makes recommendations for improving the repair cycles on assets. This includes applying existing engineered solutions or Vale engineering standards, upgrading materials and writing and developing procedures.
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Coordinates with Operations, Procurement, Maintenance, Central Engineering, Document Control, vendors and OEM’s and others as required to solve problems and implement improvements.
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Supports stakeholders with troubleshooting complex problems and supports execution of maintenance shutdowns.
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Updates equipment operation and maintenance plans to optimize its life-cycle strategies and improve plant performance.
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Leads scoping, engineering and design, project management, and procurement efforts, leading various initiatives and improvement projects for Maintenance team.
What We Offer You
- Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan
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Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package
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Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)
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Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental)
- Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
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Employee Family Assistance Program
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Virtual Healthcare online
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Online training and career development opportunities
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Relocation Assistance
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A Bus Service departing from the St. John’s vicinity
About You
Education:
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Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering Degree is required.
- A Professional Engineering Designation (P. Eng) from PEGNL is preferred or the ability to be registered is preferred.
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Engineer-in-Training applicants may be considered.
Experience:
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5 years of Mechanical Maintenance Engineering experience is preferred.
Skills:
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Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Knowledge and understanding of codes, regulations, and specifications.
- Strong computer skills in SAP would be an asset.
- Strong analytical, planning, organizational, and time management skills.
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 21st 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.
Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.
Pay Grade: F6T
Apply by: Tuesday, July 21st, 2026
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Interested applicants must submit their application online at https://vale.eightfold.ai/careers
