Senior Metallurgist

Vale • Thompson, MB

7d • Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Senior Metallurgist to join our Concentrator Technical Services Team in Thompson, Manitoba. This is a permanent position. Relocation to Thompson is required. As a Sr. Metallurgist you will provide specialized knowledge to meet the commitments established for the role. Your experience and skills in developing and implementing process improvements, troubleshooting metallurgical challenges, and supporting operational performance will contribute to safe, reliable, and efficient production.

Requirements

• Engineering Degree in Metallurgical, Chemical or Mineral Processing field with a focus on Process Control is preferable.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a similar position.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and statistical process control skills, with strong knowledge of statistical analysis.
• Ability to organize tasks, manage time efficiently, and work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer applications, with effective oral, written, and presentation communication skills, including facilitation.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Mill operations considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate an obsession with safety by complying with and promoting Vale safety policies and procedures.
• Provide technical guidance to global hydrometallurgical operations
• Work closely with operations and technical teams to troubleshoot process challenges and develop practical, data-driven solutions.
• Establish process design criteria and support the evaluation and implementation of improvement initiatives.
• Develop, execute, and supervise laboratory and plant-scale test programs.
• Apply process modeling and simulation tools to evaluate performance and technology improvements.
• Support the development of tools and systems to monitor performance and sustain process improvements.

Benefits

• 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) - Staff
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior