Geoscientist, Mineral Inventory

Vale Base Metals; Copper Cliff; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A critical minerals supplier is seeking a Geoscientist, Mineral Inventory in Ontario, Canada. This permanent hybrid role involves creating and maintaining mineral inventories, leading range analysis projects, and collaborating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate has an undergraduate degree and 11-15 years of experience, with skills in 3D modeling and relevant software. Competitive compensation and benefits, including a flexible work environment, are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Defined Contribution Pension package

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work arrangements

Employee Family Assistance Program

Online training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 11-15 years of experience in the field.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain Mineral Inventories.
• Lead Mineral Inventory Range Analysis (MIRA) projects.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary technical groups.

Skills

3D modelling

Software packages (Leapfrog, Datamine, ArcGIS)

Exploration strategy

Database organization

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Technical mentoring

Education

Undergraduate degree in relevant discipline

Tools

Leapfrog

Datamine

ArcGIS

Geoscience Analyst

Job description

Overview

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

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. Vale Base Metals is transforming its 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 Geoscientist, Mineral Inventory to join our Exploration team in Toronto. This is a permanent Hybrid position. Please note that this position can be based in Ontario, Newfoundland, Manitoba or Brazil.

As a Geoscientist, Mineral Inventory, you will be responsible for creating, maintaining and documenting the Mineral Inventories for our projects and operations. These inventories will capture the potential mineralization and allow for further analysis and prioritization of our exploration projects. This position requires a high level of collaboration with internal stakeholders and outside consultants. In addition to this work, they will also be responsible for varied exploration assignments requiring full knowledge of one field of geoscience and reasonable knowledge of the interaction with others to plan and execute tasks of significant complexity and variability.

• Lead Mineral Inventory Range Analysis (MIRA) projects, including geological modelling using integrated datasets to develop a comprehensive Common Earth model.
• Interpret key mineralizing processes related to the formation of base-metal deposits and apply this understanding to project work.
• Engage, coordinate, and manage diverse internal and external stakeholders to ensure geological and engineering datasets remain accurate and up to date.
• Prepare and maintain documents, models, and materials required to support the MIRA workflow and associated workshops.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary technical groups to deliver MIRA results and support integration into the broader Resource Development Plan.
• Apply fundamental knowledge of economic parameters used in the evaluation of mineral exploration projects.
• Organize, maintain, and update geological databases in alignment with company standards.
• Prepare technical reports, summaries, and related documentation.
• Maintain and develop new content, structures, and workflows within the Exploration SharePoint environment.
• Assist in designing, building, and managing Leapfrog Central projects and workflows.
• Support the creation and maintenance of Power BI dashboards (e.g., Global Significant Assay Tracker, Geophysics Weekly Report, Invoice Approval dashboards).
• Provide support in geological modelling and contribute to innovation projects or other geological initiatives as needed.
• Collaborate with external contractors and consultants to support exploration and data initiatives.
• Identify exploration targets, evaluate results, and recommend appropriate actions as exploration evolves.
• Propose and develop new methods, models, and technical advancements to improve exploration success.
• Generate new exploration targets and contribute technical insights to project teams.
• Ensure technical standards and QA/QC procedures are consistently met and upheld.
• Provide mentoring, guidance, and training to junior geological and technical staff.
• Ensure work is planned and executed in accordance with Vale’s health, safety, environmental, and community standards and complies with all applicable local laws.

About You

Education:

• Undergraduate degree in relevant discipline is required

Experience:

• 11-15 years of experience in the field

Skills:

• Demonstrated professional knowledge and experience of 3D modelling, and other relevant mining software packages (e.g. Leapfrog, Datamine, ArcGIS, Geoscience Analyst).
• Knowledge of Exploration strategy, technology and methodology.
• Understanding of database structure: organizing and maintaining a database according to company standards
• Good initiative, attention to detail and ability to multi-task in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Ability to effectively interact with project stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds.
• Providing technical mentoring and training opportunities to junior professional and technical staff
• Open minded and encourage knowledge sharing within the team

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, health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)
• Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental)
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Virtual Healthcare online
• Online training and career development opportunities.

Why Sudbury

Greater Sudbury is a vibrant city in northeastern Ontario, renowned for its rich mining history and significant role in Canada's mineral production. The city sits atop one of the world's largest and oldest meteorite impact sites, the Sudbury Basin, which is exceptionally rich in nickel, copper, and other critical minerals that are needed for the green economy. The mining sector is a cornerstone of Sudbury's economy, driving both employment and economic growth, and Vale Base Metals plays a pivotal role in this regard. Our commitment to the community is as deep as our mines.

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.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

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

Vale uses artificial intelligence to screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position.

Pay Grade: F3T

Minimum Starting Salary: $112,800

Apply by: Wed, Feb 4, 2026

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