Learning & Development Supervisor

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 two (2)Learning & Development (L&D) Supervisors to join our L&D team in Voisey’s Bay, Labrador, a fly-in fly-out operation.

These permanent on-site positions will be a working a 2x2 rotation at our Voisey’s Bay Mine Site.

As the L&D Supervisor, you will be reporting to the VNL L&D Superintendent and will be accountable for leading the implementation and maintenance of effective training plans and programs to meet all on-site and off-site L&D/training requirements. The incumbent will be responsible for organizing, directing, and implementing training activities and providing expertise in the area of training systems and process development. Your experience and skills will allow you to provide continuous supervision and guidance to trainers in the areas of safety, environment, job specific requirements, and employee personal development.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Provide oversight to learning and development programs, career development, and planning process, ensuring the operation meets all learning and development requirements regarding legislated regulations, company policies and standards.
• Identify training needs and ensure those needs are met by working with the L&D team to coordinate and deliver effective programs, as well as implement an annual training calender.
• Continuously review and update L&D programs in collaboration with Base Metals content development team to ensure content is current and follows a consistent format and structure.
• Actively lead training responsibility through line management and employees while monitoring, auditing, and providing expertise and advice.
• Provide leadership and guidance to training team through constructive formal and informal feedback and coordinate vacation schedules for staff personnel within their area of responsibility.
• Source, acquire, and coordinate external trainers to deliver specialized training that is outside the scope of the current teams capacity.
• Maintain strong relationships with external training institutions to ensure delivery of relevant and timely training programs (i.e. apprenticeship training, personal development training, etc.).
• Provide regular reports regarding training curriculum and performance to internal and external stakeholders.

About You

Education:

• A minimum of a community college or post-secondary diploma in a relevant field is required.
• An adult learning or teaching certification is an asset.

Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar supervisory role is required.

Skills:

• Experience with NL Government Acts & Regulations which apply to the operation of a remote mine site or processing plant.
• Knowledge of training systems.
• Strong relationship management, consulting and influencing skills.
• Capable of prioritizing and planning work activities to meet the business requirements.
• Advanced computer skills.

What We Offer You

• Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan.
• Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package.
• Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, flex health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances).
• 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.
• Online training and career development opportunities.
• Chartered flights within Newfoundland & Labrador.
• 24/7 access to a fully stocked cafeteria with balanced meals prepared by our culinary team.
• Access to recreational facilities and social activities (cardio/weight room, gymnasium, music room, movie theatre, etc.).
• Accommodations are equipped with cable TV, internet, and unlimited long-distance calling.
• All Personal Protective Equipment is provided upon hire. Employees are given a safety boot allowance and receive a 100% reimbursement for prescription safety glasses.

Why Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada's easternmost province, is known for its rugged coastline, rich cultural heritage, and significant natural resources. The province's economy is bolstered by a robust mining sector, where our operations play a crucial role. At Long Harbour, we operate a state-of-the-art processing plant, which refines nickel concentrate from the Voisey's Bay mine into finished nickel, copper, and cobalt products. This plant is a cornerstone of our commitment to value-added processing in Canada. Meanwhile, the Voisey's Bay mine, located in Labrador, is one of the world's most substantial nickel deposits. It provides high-quality nickel, copper, and cobalt, essential for the 21st century economy.

Include to Transform

At Vale Base Metals, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive work environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. Vale 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.

Vale recognizes the Impacts and Benefits Agreements with the Innu Nation and the Nunatsiavut Government in which Innu and Inuit workers have first preference for employment at the Voisey’s Bay Mine Site. This is guided by an adjacency principle that first gives preference to those who live on the coast of Labrador, followed by those residing in the rest of Labrador, those residing on the island of the province, followed by the rest of Canada.

Next, priority will be given to Newfoundland and Labrador residents. We also welcome those who are willing to relocate back home and those looking to make NL their permanent home.

Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

Innu Nation members and Nunatsiavut beneficiaries can submit their application to their Vale Aboriginal Employment Coordinator.

Pay Grade: 17V

Apply by: Tuesday November 12th, 2024

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