Heavy Equipment Operator - Stobie Mine - 7 Days On / 7 Days Off - 12 Hour Shifts
Vale Base Metals, in partnership with Thiess, is hiring Heavy Utility Equipment Operators for the Stobie Open Pit Mining Project located in Greater Sudbury, Ontario. This three-year joint venture marks the restart of operations at the historic Stobie site to meet global critical mineral demands. The role includes operating dozers, graders, and wheel loaders in an open pit setting. The position follows a 7/7 rotation with 12-hour day and night shifts. While accommodations and flights are not provided, the job offers competitive pension, full benefits, virtual healthcare, and career growth opportunities.
Position
Field
Equipment OperatorsWork Rotation
Accommodations
Responsibilities
Operators will work in an open pit mining environment, ensuring efficient operations while prioritizing safety.
- Operate mobile heavy equipment: dozer, grader, and wheel loader
- Work 7 days on / 7 days off; 12-hour day and night shifts
- Follow all company and industry safety procedures and protocols
- Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet operational goals
Requirements
Candidates must meet education and experience requirements, along with possessing key skills and safety commitment.
- Minimum Grade 10 education
- Surface Common Core (770210)
- 3-5 years' experience operating heavy utility equipment
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Mining or heavy industrial construction experience is an asset
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- High attention to safety and operational discipline
Perks and Benefits
This position offers a robust benefits package and opportunities for professional development.
- Defined Contribution Pension plan
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- Life leave options: vacation, personal, sick, parental
- Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Virtual healthcare access
- Online training and career development
Worksite/Project
Stobie Mine
The Stobie Mine in Sudbury, Ontario, is undergoing a major transformation as Vale revives the historic site for new open-pit mining operations. Originally opened in 1890, Stobie was one of the oldest and most productive nickel and copper mines in the Sudbury Basin until its closure in 2017 due to operational restructuring. In 2024, Vale announced plans to restart the Stobie site as an open-pit mine, signaling a new era for the property and creating renewed interest across Sudbury’s mining workforce. The revitalized Stobie Mine project is expected to generate significant employment in the region, with roles in drilling, blasting, heavy equipment operation, engineering, environmental monitoring, safety, and site maintenance. Construction and site preparation work has already begun, and full-scale open-pit mining is anticipated to ramp up through this year. Located within Sudbury city limits, the project benefits from existing infrastructure, proximity to Vale’s processing facilities, and access to an experienced local workforce.
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Vale Base Metals
Vale Base Metals is a division of Vale S.A., one of the world's largest producers of nickel, copper, cobalt, and platinum group metals. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Vale Base Metals operates in multiple countries, including Canada, Brazil, and Indonesia. The company focuses on responsibly sourcing metals essential for the energy transition and technological advancements. In October 2024, Vale Base Metals appointed Shaun Usmar as its new Chief Executive Officer, bringing extensive experience to lead the company into its next phase of growth.
Vale Base Metals