Underground Labourer

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

Who We Are

We are a global mining company dedicated to safely delivering nickel, copper, cobalt, and platinum group metals essential for the world’s energy transition.

Our mission is to improve lives and shape a better future together.

From utensils to cellphones to satellites, our operations simplify daily life and enhance connectivity. Our metals are integral to life-saving medical equipment, and the electric vehicles driving the fight against climate change – our work truly matters.

Join our diverse team of 15,000 talented individuals committed to transforming critical minerals into prosperity and sustainable development in countries like Canada, Brazil, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, and Japan. We invite you to use your skills with us and contribute to something meaningful and enduring.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking an Underground Labourer to join our Operations team in Sudbury.

This is a unionized (L6500) permanent on-site position, working on a rotation schedule (days and nights).

As an Underground Labourer, you will provide a full range of underground services while working according to work procedures and company policies and ensuring efficient operations within a safety conscious environment.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Follow all established policies, procedures, and best practices as well as industry specific regulations.
• Work closely and cooperatively with peers and supervisor to achieve the objectives of the plant in a safe and professional manner.

What We Offer You

• Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental coverage and disability plans)
• 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
• Online training and career development opportunities

About You

Education:

• Grade 12 level education or GED equivalency is required.
• Basic Underground Hard Rock Miner - Common Core.

Experience:

• Minimum of 6 months of underground mining experience.

Skills:

• Must be able to pass the required examinations, read and understand safety instructions, books of rules, instructions and regulations, timetables, bulletins, waybills, placards, and other written or printed material.
• Must have a good understanding of Safety and Environmental policy and procedures and ensure work is conducted accordingly.
• Ability to handle heavy physical work.

Why Sudbury

Greater Sudbury is a vibrant city in northeastern Ontario, renowned for its rich mining history and significant role in Canada's mineral production. The city sits atop one of the world's largest and oldest meteorite impact sites, the Sudbury Basin, which is exceptionally rich in nickel, copper, and other critical minerals that are required for modern technologies such as AI and defence. The mining sector is a cornerstone of Sudbury's economy, driving both employment and economic growth, and Vale Base Metals plays a pivotal role in this regard. Our commitment to the community is as deep as our mines.

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.

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.

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

Minimum Starting Hourly Rate: $41.647

Apply by: November 30, 2026

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Interested applicants must submit their application online at https://vale.eightfold.ai/careers