Specialist, Analytical Chemistry
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Who We Are
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 Specialist, Analytical Chemistry to join our Research and Innovation team in Mississauga.
As a Specialist, Analytical Chemistry, you will provide advanced technical leadership within the Analytical Services group, serving as a recognized technical authority across multiple advanced analytical disciplines. In this role, you will deliver high‑quality, reliable chemical analysis in support of Vale Base Metals Operations. You will be accountable for complex and non‑routine chemical analyses, analytical method development and optimization, and the technical oversight of analytical methodologies and documentation. As a subject matter expert, you will serve as a primary technical resource for internal and external stakeholders, support operational problem‑solving across multiple sites, and ensure analytical practices remain aligned with evolving business needs and industry best practices.
This is a permanent, on‑site position.
Additionally, in this position you will:
Education:
Vale's Mississauga office, located in one of Canada's fastest growing and most diverse cities, is the epicenter of the company's technology development team. This office focuses on advancing Vale's competitive edge and refining growth strategies to ensure long-term sustainability. The innovative and dynamic environment of Mississauga perfectly complements Vale's commitment to technological excellence and sustainable development.
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: F4T
Minimum Starting Salary: $115,000
Apply by: Wednesday April 22, 2026
#ValeBaseMetals
Who We Are
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 Specialist, Analytical Chemistry to join our Research and Innovation team in Mississauga.
As a Specialist, Analytical Chemistry, you will provide advanced technical leadership within the Analytical Services group, serving as a recognized technical authority across multiple advanced analytical disciplines. In this role, you will deliver high‑quality, reliable chemical analysis in support of Vale Base Metals Operations. You will be accountable for complex and non‑routine chemical analyses, analytical method development and optimization, and the technical oversight of analytical methodologies and documentation. As a subject matter expert, you will serve as a primary technical resource for internal and external stakeholders, support operational problem‑solving across multiple sites, and ensure analytical practices remain aligned with evolving business needs and industry best practices.
This is a permanent, on‑site position.
Additionally, in this position you will:
- Comply with all Vale safety policies and procedures and lead by example.
- Independently perform routine and complex chemical analyses using a broad range of analytical techniques, ensuring high standards of quality, accuracy, efficiency, and safety.
- Review, approve, and provide technical oversight for test methods, SOPs, and related documentation within assigned analytical disciplines.
- Assess, monitor, and optimize analytical method performance, identifying improvement opportunities and ensuring methodologies remain fit‑for‑purpose.
- Maintain awareness of emerging analytical technologies, instrumentation, and equipment; evaluate applicability and develop technical recommendations to support capital investment decisions.
- Stay current with analytical best practices across Vale Base Metals Operations and the broader industry, maintaining a strong understanding of operational processes and their impact on analytical requirements.
- Act as the primary technical point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, engaging as needed to resolve technical issues, clarify requirements, and support decision‑making.
- Provide on‑site and remote technical support to Vale Base Metals Operations, including troubleshooting, method development, and specialized analytical support.
- Develop and deliver technical training and facilitate knowledge transfer to analytical personnel as required.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related field is required.
- Master’s degree is considered an asset.
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant analytical laboratory experience
- Experience in a geochemical analytical laboratory supporting mining operations is preferred.
- Strong collaboration and relationship‑building skills.
- Demonstrated ability to influence technical direction and champion innovation and change.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem‑solving, and analytical skills.
- Hands‑on experience with modern analytical instrumentation and laboratory techniques used in geochemical analysis
- Willingness to travel to operations as required.
- 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).
- Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth.
- Employee Family Assistance Program.
- Virtual Healthcare online.
- Online training and career development opportunities.
Vale's Mississauga office, located in one of Canada's fastest growing and most diverse cities, is the epicenter of the company's technology development team. This office focuses on advancing Vale's competitive edge and refining growth strategies to ensure long-term sustainability. The innovative and dynamic environment of Mississauga perfectly complements Vale's commitment to technological excellence and sustainable development.
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: F4T
Minimum Starting Salary: $115,000
Apply by: Wednesday April 22, 2026
#ValeBaseMetals