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Welder Fitter

@ Vale

Greater Sudbury, Ontario

$50.34/hrFull-time4+ years experience
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Overview

Vale Base Metals is hiring a Welder Fitter for its Maintenance Department in Sudbury, Ontario, a permanent on-site shift role supporting a 24-hour operation with relocation required. The work covers metal fabrication, welding, brazing, cutting and gouging, plus reading structural and pressure vessel drawings and installing or repairing plant and mine equipment. The posting states a minimum starting hourly rate of $50.338 and a Red Seal Metal Fabricator/Plate worker certification.

Pay:

From $50.34 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Fabricate, weld, braze, cut and gouge metal
  • Read structural steel, pipe and pressure vessel drawings
  • Lay out, assemble, install, modify and repair plant and mine equipment
  • Follow work safety policies and regulations

Requirements summary:

  • Red Seal 437A Metal Fabricator/Plate worker and CWB certification required
  • Four or more years of progressive industrial experience preferred
  • Knowledge of welding codes and standards
  • Experience with oxy-fuel and plasma arc cutting and rigging

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalRetirement planPaid time off
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-28
First seen by our source
2026-10-14
Source record updated
2026-10-28

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Experience4+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Work settingPlant or factory, Outdoors, Warehouse
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certifications437A Red Seal, CWB, Metal Fabricator/Plate worker
Encouraged to applyPeople with disabilities
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Generous parental leave, Retirement plan, Relocation assistance, Paid training

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FieldValue
HeadquartersRio de Janeiro
Open jobs on Jobsy35
Job description

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 Welder Fitters to join our Maintenance Department team in Sudbury, Ontario. Relocation will be required for this role. This is a permanent on-site position working shift and supporting a 24-hour operation. This posting is for an existing position vacancy. As a Welder Fitter, you will be responsible for all metal fabrication, metal welding, including pressure welding; brazing, cutting, and gouging. Additionally, in this position you will: Read and interpret structural steel drawings, and pipe and pressure vessel drawings. Lay out, fabricate, assemble, install, dismantle, modify and repair plate and structural steel, plant and mine equipment. Align with work safety policies and safety regulations. What We Offer You Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental coverage and disability plans) 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 Online training and career development opportunities Relocation Assistance About You Fully Licensed Journeyperson: Trade Certification in Metal Fabricator/Plate worker (437A Red Seal) is required and CWB Certified. Experience: Minimum 4 years of progressive industrial experience is preferred. Skills: Experience with oxy-fuel and plasma arc cutting. Knowledge of welding codes and standards. Experience with rigging and material handling. Knowledge of specific welding hazards to protect self and others is required. Experience with metal working equipment (shear, brake press, rolls, radial drill and power saws). Ability to interpret and work off shop drawings in custom fabrication environment. 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 required for modern technologies such as AI and defence. 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. Employees engaged by the Company must be lawfully able to work for the Company in the country where the role is located. The Company does not provide immigration, work permit, or permanent residence sponsorship or assistance. Vale uses artificial intelligence to screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position. Minimum Starting Hourly Rate: $50.338 Apply by: Tuesday, November 17th, 2026 ValeBaseMetals

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