Advisor Control Systems

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 Control Systems Advisor to join our Surface Fixed Plant Maintenance team in Voisey’s Bay, Labrador, a fly-in fly-out operation. Relocation to the province of Newfoundland & Labrador will be required for this role.

The role is a permanent on-site position, working a 2 week on, 2 week off rotational schedule.

As a Control Systems Advisor , you will be responsible for maintaining and programming Distributed Control System (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) control systems utilized onsite. Your experience and skills will assist with programming in ladder logic, function blocks, and SFCs as well as backup and maintenance of the systems. You will be an integral part of support and troubleshooting within the automation environment for maintenance, operations, process, and technology teams.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Continuously perform tuning on the process control loops.
• Create and edit PI displays and trends; constructing electrical and instrumentation loop and P&I drawings.
• Perform interface configurations between the major control systems and third-party applications and networks.
• Work in conjunction with maintenance, capital works projects, and operations to ensure continuous improvement throughout the process.
• Implement control logic, commission new equipment as part of ongoing capital improvement projects, improve operator interface and manage alarms effectively, in both DCS and PLC, working with operations and maintenance teams for the highest plant performance.
• Assist with executing tasks and departmental procedures related to the health and cybersecurity of the system and network.
• Lead in the automation (OT) environment through executing and managing (including other teams’) modifications in the control systems.
• Participate in design for DCS and PLC improvement initiatives, develop scope for system changes, and determine technical viability of various options for projects.
  
  

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
• Relocation Assistance
• 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
  
  

About You

Education:

• Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or a 3-year Engineering Technology Diploma in either Industrial Electrical or Instrumentation Technology required.
  
  

Experience:

• Minimum 8 years’ previous experience working in a heavy industrial environment is required.
• Experience in implementing and troubleshooting DeviceNet networks.
• Knowledge of Control System industrial networking (VLANs, Firewall, Routing, IP Addressing, EthernetIP, ModbusTCP) and hosting (Virtualization, Domain Administration, Windows Server) would be an asset.
• Candidates should have course background in process and discrete control, instrumentation and visual.
• Knowledge of Delta V DCS and Allen Bradley PLC’s control systems.
• Basic scripting as well as advanced working knowledge of computing, including standard computer programs such as AutoCAD and MS Office.
• PI experience is preferred as well as knowledge of computer networking and maintenance, and system integration techniques.
  
  

Skills:

• Must have a demonstrated ability to adapt to, learn and apply advancing technologies.
• Demonstrate a concern for Safety, Health and Environment.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and standard operating procedures.
• Strong ability to work cooperatively within a team environment.
  
  

Why Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland and Labrador, Canadas easternmost province, is known for its rugged coastline, rich cultural heritage, and significant natural resources. The provinces 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’ Voiseys 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 Voiseys Bay mine is one of the worlds most substantial nickel deposits. It provides high-quality nickel, copper, and cobalt, essential for the 21 st 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.

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 Indigenous Employment Coordinator.

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: F5T

Apply by: Sunday, April 12 th , 2026

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