Stobie Mine Ontario - Heavy Equipment Tech Jobs - 7/7 Work Rotations
Vale Base Metals, in partnership with Thiess, is actively recruiting for multiple permanent positions at the Stobie Open Pit Mining Project located in Greater Sudbury, Ontario. These positions offer a consistent 7-days on, 7-days off rotational schedule with 12-hour day and night shifts, allowing employees to maintain work-life balance while contributing to safe, efficient open pit mining operations. The Stobie Mine offers full-time roles with comprehensive benefits, competitive pension plans, paid leave, and opportunities for career development within an inclusive, safety-focused workplace culture.
- Heavy Utility Equipment Operator: Operates dozers, graders, and wheel loaders in a safe and efficient manner within an open pit mining environment. Responsibilities include equipment operation, adherence to safety protocols, and collaboration with the mining team to maintain operational objectives.
- Heavy Duty Equipment Technician: Inspects, diagnoses, repairs, assembles, and tests mobile mining equipment and systems both in-shop and field settings. Responsibilities include maintenance of electric, hydraulic, and internal combustion systems, welding, and ensuring compliance with all safety procedures.
Work Rotation
Accommodations
Location
Greater Sudbury, OntarioDate
Benefits and Features
Both positions offer a comprehensive benefits and compensation package designed to support employees in their long-term career development and well-being.
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan
- Comprehensive health, dental, and disability coverage (company paid)
- Paid leave for vacation, sick, personal, parental, and life events
- Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Virtual healthcare access
- Online training and career development opportunities
- Inclusive, safety-focused, and growth-oriented workplace culture
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.
Stobie 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 MetalsAvailable Job Positions
Apply now with Vale Base Metals and Thiess for permanent mining operator and technician positions at the Stobie Open Pit Mine in Sudbury, Ontario, offering full benefits, pension, and 7/7 rotations.