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 Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join our People & Community Department supporting our Vale Newfoundland and Labrador Operations.

This role is a permanent position, working a Monday to Friday schedule, based in St. John’s. Travel to Voisey’s Bay and/or Long Harbour will be required as part of this role.

As an HRBP, you will be responsible for working directly with the business and leading the rollout of HR programs across the business. The HRBP is a true business partner, in place to build relationships with the business,



becoming a trusted ally and a driver and facilitator of change while translating business needs into HR requirements.

Additionally, in this position you will:

- Oversee the VBM NL Attendance Management Program (AMP), ensuring policies, guidelines and supporting resources remain current and are applied consistently and fairly across the organization.
- Partner with leaders on attendance management matters by providing guidance, attendance reporting and analysis, and support related to human rights, employment standards and Disability Management requirements.
- Act as the single HR point of contact for a designated client group, managing all HR-related matters.
- Lead workplace investigations and implement corrective action plans.
- Manage the VBM NL attendance management program to ensure adherence.
- Build solid partnerships with business leaders, translating business needs into effective HR strategies and driving organizational change.
- Provide expert HR advice to managers on employee relations, performance management, development, policy interpretation, and compliance, escalating complex issues as needed.
- Coach, influence, and support leaders on organizational, talent, and workforce issues to meet current and future business needs.
- Drive and facilitate change initiatives, projects, and business-required programs within the client area.




- Apply expert knowledge of collective agreements, labour and employment legislation, grievances, and committee participation, partnering with HR leadership and legal counsel when required.

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

Education

- Post-secondary education in a related field.

Experience

- A minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role is required.

Skills

- Comprehensive knowledge of employment and labour legislation, including the Labour Relations Act, Human Rights Act, and applicable employment standards.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to build effective working relationships across all organizational levels.
- High level of technical proficiency, with advanced skills in MS Office and HR-related systems.
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive employee matters with discretion, professionalism, and strict confidentiality.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple HR priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Why Newfoundland and Labrador

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