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 Health, Safety, Environment & Risk (HSER) Advisor to join our HSER team in Voisey’s Bay, Labrador, a fly-in fly-out operation.
The is a 12-month fixed-term on-site position, working a 2 week on/2 week off schedule at the Voisey’s Bay Mine Site.
As a HSER Advisor, you will be responsible for guiding the operations to meeting its strategic objectives of conducting business with zero fatalities and becoming a leader in sustainable mining. The Advisor will cultivate a detailed knowledge of the HSER Management Systems and related permits, guidelines, regulations and other binding licenses to operate, as well as a detailed understanding of Vale Newfoundland and Labrador's (VNL) operations. This will enable the HSER Advisor to identify areas for improvement and provide advice or leadership to colleagues in the application of management systems.
Additionally, in this position you will:
- Be required to represent VNL interests in external forums (e.g. regulatory, industry associations, etc.) and guide VNL to sustainable compliance and industry best practices by finding economical and innovative solutions to business problems. This may also include supporting capital or other engineering projects undertaken by VNL.
- Be the lead and subject matter expert on VNL's HSER management system and support all audits, updates and research needed to ensure these systems are effective.
- Provide HSER support and leadership to VNL operations through development, implementation and compliance auditing of the VNL HSER Management System.
- Coordinate planning/implementation of new HSER Management System components, permitting/compliance strategies, including budgeting and scheduling.
- Mentor and coach peers on HSER compliance and stated business objectives of zero fatalities and sustainable mining.
- Support through preparation of reports or data-sharing the various corporate and management initiatives that are related to HSER strategic objectives in a timely and accurate matter.
- Perform work related to VNL strategic plans and HSER tactical plans as assigned.
- Perform field inspections and audits against HSER management systems as required.
What We Offer You
- Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan
- Vacation pay
- Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
- Employee Family Assistance Program
- 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:
- Post-secondary education in a related field (e.g. safety engineering technology) is required.
- Professional safety designation is considered an asset.
- Must have technical certification – Occupational Health & Safety Program
Experience:
- A minimum 5 years of safety related experience is required.
- Experience working in an underground mining environment is required.
Skills:
- Working knowledge of Newfoundland and Labrador OH&S Act/Regulations, Environment Protection Act and federal Metal and Diamond Mine Effluent Regulations.
- Ability to influence peers and leaders, and support leaders in the HSER team through timely and thorough responses.
- Ability to self-direct and manage to deadlines and prioritization of tasks.
- Ability to apply technical and regulatory concepts to practical decisions in the field.
- Ability to manage time to be effective in a dynamic work environment including hand-off to peers on tasks/projects to support changing work conditions and priorities.
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.
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: F6T
Apply by: Tuesday, September 1st, 2026
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Interested applicants must submit their application online at https://vale.eightfold.ai/careers.
