Senior Specialist Auditor
full-time•Toronto
About this role
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 Sr Specialist Auditor to join our Internal Audit team in Toronto.
The role is a permanent hybrid position. This posting is for an existing position vacancy.
As a Sr Specialist Auditor you will contribute to maintaining and enhancing the levels of control and governance of processes related to engineering, maintenance, geotechnics, and safety by performing a technical assessment of the effectiveness and efficiency of operations, the integrity of operational information, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, contracts, and internal standards, as well as by evaluating the preservation and protection of assets, people, and the environment across the various segments of the Vale Group, based on a risk‑focused approach.
Additionally, in this position you will:
- Recommend improvements to the development and revision of technical standards by identifying insufficient or inadequate risk control measures, supporting risk management and mitigation processes.
- Plan and execute audits in accordance with the established annual and multi‑year audit plans, defining required activities and resources in compliance with internal procedures and industry best practices.
- Ensure compliance with the audit program, applying appropriate audit approaches aligned with legal requirements, applicable national and international standards, Internal Audit Policy, and ethical principles.
- Communicate and present audit results to different management levels and governance bodies within the Vale Group, including Boards, Audit Committees, Risk Committees, and Executive Leadership.
- Maintain effective audit communication and documentation, ensuring proper recordkeeping, information sharing with audit teams and the three lines of defense, while preserving required confidentiality.
- Ensure clear, objective, and reliable audit conclusions in reports, and, when required, investigate or coordinate whistleblower allegations related to fraud or internal control deficiencies, as well as contribute to internal audit projects and advisory activities without compromising audit independence.
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
About You
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, or Automation Engineering.
Experience:
- 7 to 12 years of experience as a field engineer.
Skills:
Why Toronto
Vale Base Metals' Toronto office serves as a pivotal hub for the company's operations. This office is central to Vale Base Metals’ finance, strategic planning, commercial (marketing and sales), and sustainability teams, driving key initiatives that support the company's global mission. Toronto’s vibrant, diverse, and dynamic environment enhances Vale Base Metals’ ability to innovate and excel in these critical areas, reflecting the city's status as a leading international business center.
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: F2T
Minimum Starting Salary: $119.200,00
Apply by: February 10th
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Interested applicants must submit their application online at https://vale.eightfold.ai/careers.
Other facts
Tech stack
Audit,Risk Management,Technical Assessment,Compliance,Governance,Communication,Documentation,Operational Efficiency,Fraud Investigation,Internal Controls,Engineering,Safety,Environmental Protection,Process Improvement,Data Analysis,Team Collaboration
About Vale
We are a global mining company producing iron ore, pellets, and nickel, and we are committed to becoming one of the safest, most trustworthy mining company in the world. With a workforce of 120,000 employees, we work every day to transform natural resources into prosperity and sustainable development for the approximately 30 countries in which we operate.
In addition to mining, we have operations in logistics, energy, and steelmaking. We self-generate 54% of the energy we use, and in Brazil alone, more than 1 million people travel on our passenger trains on the Vitória-Minas and Carajás railroads every year.
We continuously reassert our commitment to the future of our planet by, among other initiatives, protecting 8,500 km² of natural land and investing in R&D to lead the sustainable mining revolution, with the ultimate goal of becoming a carbon-neutral company by 2050.
We are constantly evolving, always aiming to be a diverse and inclusive company. We are pursuing a goal of doubling our female workforce by 2030 and increasing representation among our leadership. Our activities are governed by a policy of transparency, safety and security, ethics, and respect in order to protect the environment and encourage the development of our employees.
We are Vale.
What you'll do
- The Senior Specialist Auditor will perform technical assessments of operations to ensure compliance with laws and internal standards while recommending improvements to risk control measures. The role involves planning and executing audits, communicating results to management, and maintaining effective audit documentation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Senior Specialist Auditor do at Vale?
As a Senior Specialist Auditor at Vale, you will: the Senior Specialist Auditor will perform technical assessments of operations to ensure compliance with laws and internal standards while recommending improvements to risk control measures. The role involves planning and executing audits, communicating results to management, and maintaining effective audit documentation..
Why join Vale as a Senior Specialist Auditor?
Vale is a leading Mining company.
Is the Senior Specialist Auditor position at Vale remote?
The Senior Specialist Auditor position at Vale is based in Toronto, Canada. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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