Mechanical Maintenance Planner
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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 Planner to join our Mechanical Maintenance Team in Long Harbour, NL. This is a permanent on-site position, working a 4x10s Monday to Thursday schedule at our Long Harbour Operations Site. As a Mechanical Maintenance Planner, you will be a critical part of the maintenance engineering and reliability system that conforms to Vale standards and world class best practices. This position is responsible for the proper planning of all major maintenance activities and the execution of project controls within the facility and for monitoring and analyzing maintenance reports, work orders, and history. Your experience and skills will optimize effective and efficient procedures, planning, and scheduling. Additionally, in this position you will: Ensure that all work packages are in accordance with established safety policies and procedures and adhere to all Vale quality control standards where required. Track work package estimates against actual values with respect to resources, materials, and cost for continuous improvement purposes and ensure that all costs are allocated properly. Continuously improve material selection, work practices, and planning processes through effective use of established procedures to improve the efficiency and quality of planned work packages. Provide guidance and instruction as appropriate when working with the Material Coordinators to requisition parts, follow-up with procurement, and prepare job kits for planned jobs. Attend and contribute to the weekly business routines defined within the planning and scheduling work management process which would include the weekly pre-scheduled meeting as well as the 7-21 work order form log priority setting meetings. Contribute to Maintenance Shutdown planning strategies identifying and prioritizing future maintenance requirements, tracking the project and cost controls, and working with operations, engineering, maintenance and outside contractors to ensure successful and safe execution. 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 Relocation Assistance A Bus Service departing from the St. John’s vicinity About You Education: Post secondary education is required. Preference may be given to a Bachelor of Engineering Degree or Engineering Technologist Diploma. An Interprovincial Red Seal may be considered. A Project Management Professional (PMP) designation would be considered an asset. Experience: Minimum 5 years of work experience in Maintenance Planning, Maintenance Supervision, or a closely related discipline in a heavy industrial or mining environment. Previous experience coordinating major maintenance activities would be considered an asset. Previous experience with project controls, tracking, costing, budgeting, etc. would be considered an asset. Skills: Proficient in SAP, MS office, Power BI, and P6. Analytical, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Flexible and adaptable, able to respond to changing roles and environment in a positive and constructive manner while managing multiple priorities. Able to build and maintain strong positive relationships across multiple work groups. Excellent communication and interpersonal 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 Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities. Employees engaged by the Company must be lawfully able to work for the Company in the country where the role is located. The Company does not provide immigration, work permit, or permanent residence sponsorship or assistance. Pay Grade: H01 Apply by: Wednesday, April 29th, 2026 #ValeBaseMetals
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Mechanical Maintenance Planner
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About the role
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 Planner to join our Mechanical Maintenance Team in Long Harbour, NL. This is a permanent on-site position, working a 4x10s Monday to Thursday schedule at our Long Harbour Operations Site. As a Mechanical Maintenance Planner, you will be a critical part of the maintenance engineering and reliability system that conforms to Vale standards and world class best practices. This position is responsible for the proper planning of all major maintenance activities and the execution of project controls within the facility and for monitoring and analyzing maintenance reports, work orders, and history. Your experience and skills will optimize effective and efficient procedures, planning, and scheduling. Additionally, in this position you will: Ensure that all work packages are in accordance with established safety policies and procedures and adhere to all Vale quality control standards where required. Track work package estimates against actual values with respect to resources, materials, and cost for continuous improvement purposes and ensure that all costs are allocated properly. Continuously improve material selection, work practices, and planning processes through effective use of established procedures to improve the efficiency and quality of planned work packages. Provide guidance and instruction as appropriate when working with the Material Coordinators to requisition parts, follow-up with procurement, and prepare job kits for planned jobs. Attend and contribute to the weekly business routines defined within the planning and scheduling work management process which would include the weekly pre-scheduled meeting as well as the 7-21 work order form log priority setting meetings. Contribute to Maintenance Shutdown planning strategies identifying and prioritizing future maintenance requirements, tracking the project and cost controls, and working with operations, engineering, maintenance and outside contractors to ensure successful and safe execution. 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 Relocation Assistance A Bus Service departing from the St. John’s vicinity About You Education: Post secondary education is required. Preference may be given to a Bachelor of Engineering Degree or Engineering Technologist Diploma. An Interprovincial Red Seal may be considered. A Project Management Professional (PMP) designation would be considered an asset. Experience: Minimum 5 years of work experience in Maintenance Planning, Maintenance Supervision, or a closely related discipline in a heavy industrial or mining environment. Previous experience coordinating major maintenance activities would be considered an asset. Previous experience with project controls, tracking, costing, budgeting, etc. would be considered an asset. Skills: Proficient in SAP, MS office, Power BI, and P6. Analytical, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Flexible and adaptable, able to respond to changing roles and environment in a positive and constructive manner while managing multiple priorities. Able to build and maintain strong positive relationships across multiple work groups. Excellent communication and interpersonal 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 Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities. Employees engaged by the Company must be lawfully able to work for the Company in the country where the role is located. The Company does not provide immigration, work permit, or permanent residence sponsorship or assistance. Pay Grade: H01 Apply by: Wednesday, April 29th, 2026 #ValeBaseMetals