Recruiting & Resource Centre jobs

Ready to build a rewarding career in an industry that is transforming the future?

Who We Are

We are Vale Base Metals – a global supplier of the critical minerals transforming the future.

With industry-leading reserves of copper and nickel in Canada, Brazil, and Indonesia, and state-of-the-art infrastructure in the U.K., Canada, and Japan, VBM delivers a secure and responsible supply of high-quality products to customers across Europe, the Americas, and Asia.

Global demand for critical minerals is growing exponentially. From energy to aerospace, batteries to magnets, robotics to artificial intelligence, a secure and responsible supply of critical minerals is fundamental to power modern technologies. And at Vale Base Metals, we are transforming our business to provide a secure and responsible supply of these minerals.

Join our diverse team of 13,000 talented individuals committed to providing mineral security to a world in transition. We invite you to put your skills to work, driving meaningful and enduring change while enjoying a rewarding career.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Recruiter (18-month fixed term) to join our People & Community team in St. John’s, NL.

The fixed-term position will be working a Monday to Friday schedule, based in St. John’s with travel to Long Harbour and Voisey’s Bay on an as-needed basis.

Through strategic partnerships with Hiring Managers and in accordance with company policies and legislation, the Recruiter is responsible for managing the complete recruitment cycle - from the sourcing of candidates through to the onboarding of the successful applicant. The Recruiter will play a critical role in ensuring we are hiring the best possible talent.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Build strong partnerships with Hiring Managers and HRBPs to understand talent needs, provide recruitment expertise, and deliver exceptional hiring outcomes
• Advise and coach Hiring Managers on recruitment best practices and ethics
• Source and attract candidates through job boards, LinkedIn, networking, referrals, and talent pipelines
• Screen and assess candidates through resume reviews, interviews, and qualification evaluations
• Manage the interview process by coordinating interviews and facilitating feedback.
• Present and negotiate job offers to secure top talent
• Act as a trusted representative for Vale Base Metals by building relationships with prospective candidates and external stakeholders
• Support and enhance our employer branding efforts through the planning and execution of recruitment events
• Represent Vale Base Metals at career fairs, industry events, recruitment initiatives, and community engagement opportunities

What We Offer You

• Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan
• Flexible work arrangements
• Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Online training and career development opportunities

About You

Education:

• A post-secondary education in Business and/or Human Resources is required for this role

Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Talent Acquisition in a fast-paced, and dynamic organization
• Experience working with applicant tracking systems and other Human Resources Management software
• Experience working in the mining or heavy industry would be considered an asset

Skills

• Excellent, client-focused verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and in a team-based environment
• Exceptional relationship-building skills, with the ability to develop trusted partnerships with candidates, hiring managers, and stakeholders
• Strong influencing and persuasion skills, with the ability to engage candidates, build stakeholder trust, and drive successful hiring outcomes
• Strong digital literacy (Microsoft Office, ATS, Sourcing platforms)

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 Vale Base Metals’ integrated operations play a crucial role. At Long Harbour, we operate a state-of-the-art processing plant, which refines nickel concentrate from Vale Base Metals’ Voisey's Bay mine, located in Labrador, into 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 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 can act like owners, being their authentic selves and empowering them to deliver results. Vale Base Metals 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.

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

Employees engaged by the Company must be lawfully able to work for the Company in the country where the role is located. The Company does not provide immigration, work permit, or permanent residence sponsorship or assistance.

Pay Grade: F6T

Apply by: Friday, July 31st, 2026

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