Specialist Engineer - Technical Services

Ready to build a rewarding career in an industry that is growing?

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 Specialist Engineer - Technical Services  to join our Information Technology Planning & Business Partnership team in Toronto or Sudbury, Ontario .

This is a permanent position, on Monday to Friday schedule, working a hybrid between the Toronto or Sudbury office and a home office.

As a Specialist Engineer - Technical Services , you will play a key role in supporting the partnership between IT and Technical Services across Exploration, Mining, Processing, Capital Projects, and Asset Management. Working closely with Business Process Owners within the Chief Technology Office (CTO), you will help analyze business priorities, processes, systems, and data requirements to develop a comprehensive multi-year technology strategy and roadmap for these end-to-end processes. Your technical expertise will enable you to influence the company’s technology future through collaboration with our central Technical Services team.

What you’ll do in partnership with Technical Services global team - selected E2E processes:

• Build relationship based on expertise and domain knowledge;
• Act as the IT interface point and as a “Business Process & IT consulting services provider" supporting processes design, continuous improvements and performance measurement according to VBM Operating Model;
• Collect technology demands, assist in business cases development, and apply prioritization and restriction criteria, creating roadmaps integrated to business planning cycle and aligned with VBM Strategy in the short, medium and long term and end-to-end process needs;
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure technology solutions are fit-for-purpose, scalable, and aligned with VBM IT strategy, architecture, and governance;
• Work with other IT Planning & Business Partners Specialists to align the roadmaps across assets and enabling functions;
• Support the business in realizing value from investments in technology.

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) 
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Virtual Healthcare online
• Online training and career development opportunities.

About You

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.

Experience

• 10-15 years experience one or more technical domains: Exploration, Mining, Processing, Capital Projects, Asset Management

Skills:

• Deep understanding of Technical Services processes and operations in Mining & Metals or similar heavy industries.
• Proven interest in IT, technology, and data, with knowledge of how digital solutions drive cost reduction and value creation.
• Ability to contribute to multi-year technology roadmaps and ensure alignment with business strategies.
• Experience with budget control and value realization tracking.
• Familiarity with LEAN concepts.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Partnership-centric mindset and ability to maintain service levels.
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence at leadership level, as well as to engage with business process owners & delegates, and IT project managers & technical teams.
• English required; Portuguese is an asset.

Why Toronto

Vale Base Metals' Toronto office serves as a pivotal hub for the company's operations. This office is central to Vale Base Metals’ finance, strategic planning, commercial (marketing and sales), and sustainability teams, driving key initiatives that support the company's global mission. Toronto’s vibrant, diverse, and dynamic environment enhances Vale Base Metals’ ability to innovate and excel in these critical areas, reflecting the city's status as a leading international business center.

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

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

Vale uses artificial intelligence to screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position.

Pay Grade: F3T

Minimum Starting Salary: $112,800

Apply by: January 5 th , 2026

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