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Welcome to Vale in Canada. As a leader in the mining industry, our responsibility is to positively impact our people, communities and the environment. We value our workforce and offer continuous training and career development opportunities for our people.
Vale is a global leader in the production of iron ore and one of the largest producers of nickel. Active in Canada for over 100 years, Vale employs nearly 6,000 people across our corporate office in Toronto and sites in Manitoba, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador. Applying the latest technologies to sustainably produce nickel, copper, cobalt, platinum group metals, gold and silver is at the heart of what we do.
With our global headquarters in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and approximately 125,000 employees in over 30 countries, Vale is constantly growing and changing. We invite you to be part of our evolution.
Our open-pit mine and concentrator in Voisey’s Bay – Vale’s only fly-in/fly-out operation in Canada – produces nickel-cobalt-copper concentrate and copper concentrate. An underground expansion will see a transition to a leading edge underground mine extending the life of the mine. Our state-of the-art facility in Long Harbour is the first nickel processing plant in the world to use hydrometallurgy technology to produce Plating RoundsTM from hard rock (sulphide) concentrate, with low carbon footprint compared to traditional smelter technology. Our office in St. John’s provides support to the Newfoundland and Labrador Operations.
Our Team:
Our Vale Newfoundland & Labrador (VNL) Human Resources Team supports our operations across St. John’s, Voisey’s Bay, and Long Harbour. Our operations in Newfoundland and Labrador are inclusive of our underground and surface mining operations in Voisey’s Bay and our processing plant in Long Harbour. Our HR Team is staffed by human resources and analytical professionals in each location.
The Opportunity
We are currently seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join our Human Resources (HR) Team. This is an 18-month fixed term contract position.
The Human Resources Business Partner is responsible to work directly with the business, brokering HR services between the business and HR process owner team and is responsible for the development and implementation of HR strategies and programs. The HRBP is a true business partner, in place to build relationships with the business becoming a business ally, a driver and facilitator of change – translating business needs into HR requirements Our workplace culture fosters teamwork and empowerment that makes Vale Operations a great place to work and will create a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
This position will be based at a home office, working a Monday thru Friday schedule, with regular travel to the Voisey’s Bay Mine Site.
Additionally, in this position you will:
- Be the HR point of contact within the business, for a specific client group area for all HR related matters;
- Build relationships with the client area while becoming a business ally, a driver and facilitator of change and translating business needs into HR requirements;
- Be a broker of HR services between the client area and HR process owner teams while leading in the roll out of HR programs to the business;
- Provide advice, guidance and creative solutions to managers on all HR related matters, including policy interpretation, employee development, disciplinary and performance issues, etc. to ensure engagement and compliance;
- Consult with the HR managers and HR process specialists in areas of complexity;
- Coach and influence leaders by proactively partnering on organizational issues;
- Deliver credible talent management and organizational design support required to meet immediate and future organizational client area needs. (For example, identify opportunities for individuals to engage in high value-added and challenging work assignments and/or influence the formulation of the recruitment business plan);
- Drive and lead the roll out of corporate wide initiatives within the client area. (For example, the career and succession process);
- Support the recruitment process for the client area;
- Share knowledge and experience with HR process owner teams and HRBP’s across Canada/UK;
- Be familiar with field concepts, practices and procedures and rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals;
- Identify areas where HR alignment or influence is required and enlist support from the HR Manager where necessary;
- Drive and facilitate change and implement strategy, projects, or initiatives within the client area;
- Lead or support business required projects.
About You
Education:
- An undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business Commerce, or a combination of relevant education.
Experience:
- 5+ years’ experience in a similar role.
- Experience in an operational or industrial environment considered an asset.
- Expert knowledge in various local legislations such as the Labour Relations Act, Human Rights Act, and local employment codes.
Skills:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal).
- Strong computer skills, proficient in MS Office applications.
- Ability to exercise appropriate levels of discretion and confidentiality.
- Proven time management and multi-tasking skills.
How can Vale grow your career?
- Competitive salary
- Leave for all of life’s reasons
- Flexible work arrangements
- Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion and career growth
- Grow your career in a large and global company, and mining industry leader
- Employee Family Assistance Program
- Online training and career development opportunities
- Opportunities to advise and oversee the design, budget and construction of new mines and expansions
Difference Makes All the Difference
At Vale, 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 essential 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.
Interested applicants must submit their application online at https://vale.eightfold.ai/careers. Innu Nation members and Nunatsiavut beneficiaries can also submit their application to their Vale Aboriginal Employment Coordinator.
Grade: F5T
Apply by: Sunday, February 19th, 2023.
