January 27, 2012 Full-Time

Planner – Construction (Civil Engineering Technologist)

Vale

Thompson , Manitoba, Canada

Company Website: http://www.valejobs.ca.

Job Description

At Vale, we believe in innovation as a foundation for our development, to create the mining of the future and achieve our vision of being the biggest and best mining company of the world.

Operating in Canadafor over 100 years, we are a leading producer of iron-ore, copper, cobalt and precious metals and the world’s second largest nickel mining company. We aim to grow profitably but only as a safe, high-quality and sustainable mining company.

Are you interested in joining our team of over 6,000 professionals inCanada?

We employ a wide range of occupations from engineers, underground miners and supervisors in Thompson,Sudbury and Voisey’s Bay, to our R&D team from our world class Technology Centre in Mississauga.

The Manitoba Operations, located in Thompson Manitoba was the world’s first fully-integrated nickel mine in which ore is mined, concentrated, refined and shipped to market all from one location. With two operating mines – Thompson Mine and Birchtree Mine – Manitoba Operations has a strong future in mining and milling, with a goal to grow as a safe, high quality, sustainable and long-term nickel producer. Manitoba Operations also has a strong commitment to Zero Harm to its employees, the community and the environment and their mines were awarded the national John T. Ryan trophy for 2011.

Our Thompson, Manitoba site is currently seeking a:

Planner – Construction (Civil Engineering Technologist)

The Planner is accountable for producing and editing mine construction drawings as a member of the Mines Engineering department.

Accountabilities:

-Create, modify, and refine cad construction drawings.
-Produce bill of materials from drawings.
-Order supplies.
-Inspect construction sites.
-Communicate with contractors and construction crews.
-Participate in construction planning meetings.
-Recommend improvements to engineering designs.
-Demonstrate safe behavior.

Education:
The ideal candidate will possess:

-Diploma in Mining or Civil Technology or High school diploma with strong skills in math and computer usage.

Experience:

-2 years of work experience as a technologist or technician OR approximately 5 to 10 years of experience in the mining field including mining construction is preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

-Project Management experience.
-Experience in construction estimation and inspection.
-Knowledge of mine construction and ability to work with and modify technical drawings.
-Working knowledge of mine process.
-Demonstrates safe behavior.
-Practical knowledge of emergency systems.
-Understanding of Team Leadership/Team Membership principles.
-Knowledge of front line planning and scheduling.
-Demonstrates effective communication skills.
-Computer Skills (MS Office, Vulcan, AutoCAD, Microstation, Datamine, Gemcom safety search and Ellipse).