Senior Coordinator, Port & Site Services

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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 Senior Coordinator, Port & Site Services to join our Operational Services team in Voisey’s Bay, Labrador, a fly-in fly-out operation.

This is a permanent on-site/hybrid position, working a 2 week on, 2 week off rotation at our Voisey’s Bay Mine Site.

The Senior Coordinator, Port & Site Services oversees and administers the site services contracts which is critical to the Voisey’s Bay mine site. Responsibilities for tasks and areas include all aspects of port operations including concentrate transportation from Mill bunkers to Port and other destinations, fuel off-loading and storage, container and break-bulk loading/off-loading, and the oversight of all shipping related commitments. Key accountability is ensuring accurate information on shipping related communications to local communities and other stakeholders. The Sr. Coordinator, Site Services is also responsible for the planning and coordinating the movement of concentrate from the mine site to Quebec and Long Harbour and for the resupply of freight and fuel. Other key accountability for this position is the delivery of support services such as freight delivery, people movement, waste disposal, clean water production and road maintenance to the mine site and the overseeing and administration of the contracts that support these services.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Implement the Health, Safety and Environment System as designed and will provide leadership in these areas. The incumbent will work collaboratively with contractor supervisors to ensure the purpose of this position is met.
• Prepare/update standard operating procedures to ensure safe and effective operation of facilities and equipment including procedures for shipping related activities with both contractors and VNL employees. Ensure all employees are familiar with those procedure while developing and maintaining a detailed personal understanding of those procedures.
• Work to ensure the cost, quality and schedule of shipping, port and associated operations are optimized in the interests of Vale.
• Ensure IBA and shipping Agreement commitments to local aboriginal groups and communities are met, including effective communications activities to ensure they are informed of marine operations and changes in scheduled on a timely basis.
• Organize the preparation of TML samples for assay in Quebec City and elsewhere as required. Ensure certification preparation and then concentrate samples are taken and delivered to the mill lab for assays during the ship loading. Ensure assays get to the required destination in a timely manner.
• Assist with the daily and weekly administrative activities of the work group and work closely with the department Superintendent to help ensure sufficient resources are in place to get the work done in a timely and effective manner including but not limited to the following points: providing summarized monthly spreadsheets of statistics of activities involving the shipping and other departmental issues for review by the department head. Updating the website, Marine Notification and phone messages for ships scheduled arrivals and departures and route as necessary to the various stakeholders.
• Visit local communities semi-annually and provide communication to those communities, groups and stakeholders involved and impacted by shipping activities.
• Ensure all fixed and mobile equipment (including the concentrate truck/trailer fleet) maintenance needs are identified, communicated and responded to by service providers. This includes ensuring repairs, upgrades, installation and testing of port and associated equipment and systems are carried out so that they meet operational requirements.
• Provide routine administration and coordination of activities involved in the concentrate shipping contract, monitoring of the ship loading statistics taken from the DCS for tonnage reconciliation of each ship loading between ships draft survey and shore scales, the Ship’s Track Marking contract in the Anaktalak Bay shipping channel, the marine navigation aids and the DGPS. Monitor hold cleaning by Urgence Marine to ensure timely completion and long-term ships hold integrity.
• Work on various assignments as required and or directed by the department Superintendent/Manage, provide coaching and support to the site services contractors with respect to daily operations and employee engagement, and contribute to the implementation of new systems/processes and provides guidance, auditing, mentoring and analysis support to the management team.

About You

Education:

• A diploma in a mechanical trade or relevant field is required.

Experience:

• A minimum of 8 years’ experience in similar roles.

Skills:

• Well-developed mechanical knowledge & comprehension.
• Must have knowledge & understanding of Provincial and Federal Marine regulations & standards. Understanding of Marine Navigation Aids & Coast Guard/Transport Canada regulation.

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

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.

Pay Grade: H01

Apply by: Wednesday, October 16th, 2024

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