geologist

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 a Senior Geologist to join our Mines Technical Services team at Totten Mine in Sudbury. This is a permanent position covered under the Collective Agreement between Vale and the Local 2020-05 United Steelworkers. Reporting to the Chief Geologist, the Geologist supports production, resource development, geological modelling, and mine geology activities. The role is responsible for maintaining geological models, supporting drilling programs, managing geological data, and collaborating with Operations, Engineering, and Technical Services to optimize safe and efficient mining. The successful candidate will provide technical guidance to junior geologists, support continuous improvement initiatives, and promote a strong safety culture. We are seeking a collaborative and proactive geologist with strong technical expertise, operational awareness, and a commitment to developing others and achieving mining excellence. Additionally, in this position you will:Lead grade control, ore delineation, metals accounting, dilution control, and ore loss minimization activities to support production performance.Develop, maintain, and continuously improve geological models, mineralized wireframes, and geological interpretations to support resource development and mine planning.Integrate geological, drilling, sampling, assay, and production data to support resource evaluation, reconciliation, and operational decision-making.Plan, execute, and evaluate exploration and resource definition drilling programs aligned with operational and strategic objectives.Ensure geological data quality, governance, and QA/QC compliance while maintaining accurate databases and reporting systems.Collaborate with Operations, Technical Services, and Exploration teams to support short-, medium-, and long-term mine planning and identify geological risks and opportunities.Prepare technical reports, resource evaluations, dashboards, and presentations for site leadership and technical teams.Mentor and develop junior geologists and technicians while driving innovation, continuous improvement, and a strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.About You Education:The successful candidate will possess at a minimum B.Sc Geology or B.Sc Geological Engineering.Registration as a Professional Geoscientist with PGO (Professional Geoscientists of Ontario) is required.Experience:The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of five years of progressive relevant experience in an underground mining environment. Skills: Advanced understanding and knowledge of Vale Ontario Operations Geological Systems including: MEBS (Mines Exploration Bore Hole System), MRM (Mineral Resource Management database and reporting system including Mineability and Dilution), AMGC (All Mines Grade Control), Diamond Drill Hole Layouts. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products to include Word, Excel, Access, and OutlookDemonstrated competency in Datamine StudioRMAbility to visualize and interpret 3D geological data for modelling and grade interpolationKnowledge of Vale MTS geological guidelines and standards.Knowledge of M