Underground Mine Operator - Voiseys Bay Mine - 2 Weeks On / 2 Weeks Off - FIFO
Vale Base Metals is hiring Underground Mine Operator 1 personnel for its Voisey's Bay underground mining operations in Labrador. This permanent, fly-in/fly-out position follows a 2 week on, 2 week off rotation and offers full accommodations, meals, flights, and access to recreational amenities. Operators will perform critical underground functions in construction, haulage, or development, supporting mine safety and productivity using advanced mechanized equipment.
Position
Field
Equipment OperatorsWork Rotation
Accommodations
Responsibilities
Operators will carry out underground support tasks across construction, haulage, and development functions.
- Perform shotcrete and install ventilation, barricades, and steel structures
- Conduct concrete installations underground
- Operate remote scoop and draw point scoop safely and efficiently
- Operate jumbo drills and execute mobile bulk blasting
- Read and interpret underground development layouts
Requirements
Candidates must have extensive underground experience and demonstrate safety-first practices.
- Minimum Grade 10 education
- At least 8 years' underground mining experience with mechanized equipment
- Strong knowledge of safe work practices and risk assessment
- Teamwork, initiative, and ability to follow instructions
- Focus on health, safety, and environmental responsibility
Perks and Benefits
This position includes an extensive benefits package, relocation support, and remote site amenities.
- Competitive compensation and annual incentive plan
- Defined Contribution Pension plan
- Health, dental, disability, and optional insurances
- Leaves for vacation, sick, flex, and parental reasons
- Employee Family Assistance Program and virtual healthcare
- Chartered flights within Newfoundland & Labrador
- Accommodations with cable TV, internet, and free long-distance calling
- Access to gym, theatre, music room, and cafeteria meals
- Full PPE provided, safety boot allowance, and eyewear reimbursement
Worksite/Project
Voiseys Bay Mine
Located in northern Labrador, Canada, the Voisey's Bay Mine is a significant source of nickel, copper, and cobalt. Discovered in 1993, the mine has been operational since 2005, initially focusing on open-pit mining. In recent years, the operation has transitioned to underground mining to access deeper ore deposits, thereby extending the mine's life and production capacity. In August 2023, Vale, the company operating the mine, announced the commencement of underground production, marking a new phase in the mine's development. The Voisey's Bay Mine plays a crucial role in supplying nickel for the global battery market, particularly for electric vehicles, aligning with the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions.
Voiseys Bay MineEmployer Hiring
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