City : Sudbury

Category : See posting

Industry : Mining and Quarrying

Employer : Vale Base Metals

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 Senior Geologist to join our Totten Mine team in Sudbury. This is a permanent position covered under the Collective Agreement between Vale and the Local 2020-05 United Steelworkers.

The Senior Geologist will provide geological support for the Mid-Range and execution team at Totten mine, with primary focus definition drilling, drill hole planning and drafting of drill letters, forecasting monthly drilling rates, creating rolling 5-year definition budget, and core logging. Work closely with Engineering, Ground Control and Operations to support the mine designs for the Life of Mine Plan, drilling requirements and moves, and with the In-Mines exploration and central Geology teams to support Totten's exploration planning.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Follow departmental safety program.
• Support Definition Drilling Geology functions at site, with collaboration with the Engineering department and Operations.
• Diamond drill hole planning and drill letter creation, daily progress tracking and month end reporting.
• Creation of the 5-year Definition Drilling plan to support the Life of Mine Plan. Coordinate with the In-Mines Exploration team to generate exploration targets and create a drilling schedule to accommodate all drilling requirements.
• Mentor and train core logging Geologists in all aspects of geological data collection and sampling.
• Core logging, sampling, and QAQC.
• Compile and review geological data to create or update and document geological models and mineral resource estimates.
• This work includes assessing risk, seeking opportunities and completing mineral resource estimates in compliance with company and legislated resource and reserve reporting standards, including NI 43-101, CIM Standards on Mineral Resources and Reserves, TSE Disclosure Standards, Project Delivery System (PDS), and MTS guidelines.
• Support Scoping, Pre-Feasibility and Feasibility studies for various ore bodies & projects for Totten Mine.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to facilitate integration of mineral resources and mine designs into geological database applications in order to support grade control practices and Mineral Reserve and Mineral Resource reporting.
• Work in the Geology department with the Totten Mine team to provide geological input and support to the Life of Mine Planning (LoMP) process on an ongoing basis.
• Carry out specific accountabilities as assigned by the Chief Mine Geologist.
• Identify, analyze and recommend opportunities for safety, productivity and cost improvements.
• Periodic underground travel is required.

About You

Education:

• The successful candidate will possess at a minimum B.Sc Geology or B.Sc Geological Engineering.
• Registration as a Professional Geoscientist with PGO (Professional Geoscientists of Ontario) is required.

Experience:

• The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of five years of progressive relevant experience in an underground mining environment. 

Skills:

• Advanced understanding and knowledge of Vale Ontario Operations Geological Systems including: MEBS (Mines Exploration Bore Hole System), MRM (Mineral Resource Management database and reporting system including Mineability and Dilution), AMGC (All Mines Grade Control), Diamond Drill Hole Layouts.                      
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products to include Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook
• Demonstrated competency in Datamine StudioRM
• Ability to visualize and interpret 3D geological data for modelling and grade interpolation
• Knowledge of Vale MTS geological guidelines and standards.
• Knowledge of Mining, Milling and Refining Processes.

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, 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

Why Sudbury

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 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.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

Pay Grade: K

Apply by: December 23, 2025

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