Senior Business Analyst

Vale Base Metals; Copper Cliff; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global mining company is seeking a Senior Business Analyst for their Information Technology team in Sudbury, Ontario. This role involves aligning technology with business objectives, driving digital transformation, and supporting governance in a hybrid work environment. Candidates should have 10-15 years of mining or processing experience, a relevant Bachelor's degree, and advanced skills in project management and data analysis tools.

Benefits

Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan

Participation in a defined contribution pension package

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work arrangements

Employee Family Assistance Program

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• 10-15 years experience in mining and/or processing plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Align technology with business objectives in production, maintenance, and technical services.
• Drive digital transformation and streamline processes.
• Support governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Advanced English proficiency

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office

Strong knowledge of Power BI

Deep understanding of mining and metals industry operations

Project management experience

Ability to influence strategic decisions

Experience with SAP Fiori and S/4HANA

Knowledge of agile methodologies

Proficiency in Lean or problem-solving methods

Experience working with multidisciplinary teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related fields

Job description

Overview

Ready to build a rewarding career in an industry that is growing?

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 Business Analyst to join our Information Technology team in Sudbury, Ontario.

This is a permanent position, on a Monday to Friday schedule, working a hybrid between the Sudbury office and a home office. There will be frequent visits to the Operations within the Sudbury area.

As a Senior Business Analyst, you strategically align technology with business objectives in production, maintenance, and technical services. You drive digital transformation, streamline processes, and integrate IT/OT to deliver measurable results. The role also supports governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring IT maximizes value for Sudbury operations.

Additionally, in this position you will work in:

• Strategic Alignment: Develop IT/OT operational strategy and roadmaps for systems like ERP, MES, PIMS, LIMS, Controls, and Automation.
• Value Delivery: Align IT/OT initiatives with business strategies to maximize value.
• Budget Management: Oversee OPEX/CAPEX planning and execution.
• IT/OT Integration: Act as a bridge between IT/OT and operations, understanding production, maintenance, and technical services.
• Governance & Risk: Ensure alignment with strategic IT/OT plans, architecture, and governance; identify risks and implement preventive actions.
• Digital Transformation: Drive adoption of technology to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and generate insights.
• Business Process Optimization: Support development and transformation of business processes linked to IT/OT solutions.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build relationships with client areas and embed within operations to understand strategy and challenges.

About You

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related fields.

Experience:

• 10-15 years experience in mining and/or processing plant operations

Skills:

• Advanced English proficiency.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and Power BI.
• Deep understanding of mining and metals industry operations.
• Project management experience.
• Ability to influence strategic decisions and engage with stakeholders.
• Experience with SAP Fiori and S/4HANA.
• Knowledge of agile methodologies.
• Proficiency in Lean or problem-solving methods.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams.

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
• Relocation Assistance

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 feel comfortable to be themselves. Vale 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.

Pay Grade: F2T

Apply by: October 6th, 2025

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Interested applicants must submit their application online at https://vale.eightfold.ai/careers