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Where there is **progress**, Vale is present.
SENIOR ENGINEER – MAINTENANCE PLANNING – MINING EQUIPMENT
**AFFIRMATIVE ACTION POSITION FOR WOMEN**
**Want to learn more about this opportunity?****Job Code (Available Position): 1100569**
**Number of Positions: 01****Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
**Location:** Mariana, Minas Gerais, Brazil**Working Hours:** Administrative – 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM**Type of Contract:** Indefinite-term
**Application Period:** May 21, 2026 to May 27, 2026**Expected Start Date:** Second semester of 2026
**Required Qualifications:**
Solid knowledge of PCM, with direct experience in mining equipment.
Active CREA registration
Prior experience in medium-term maintenance planning
Experience in maintenance of mining equipment, such as off-road trucks Caterpillar 777, 785, 789, Komatsu 730E, track-type tractors D10, D6, loaders, excavators, and motor graders;
Experience in reliability of mining equipment (mine and processing plant);
Willingness to work in Mariana/MG (100% on-site).
**Desired Qualifications:**
* Master’s degree or postgraduate qualification in maintenance engineering and/or project management
* Experience in financial management for CAPEX and OPEX monitoring;
**Key Responsibilities and Activities:**
Medium- and short-term maintenance planning for loading, hauling, drilling, and mine infrastructure equipment;
Planning and management of major interventions on mining equipment;
Planning, sizing, and mobilization of resources—including workforce, materials, and tools—for executing maintenance activities outlined in the 52-week plan;
Planning of systematic maintenance plans, component replacements, and critical condition-based maintenance;
Planning of equipment movements: shutdowns, decommissioning, transfers, and commissioning;
Preparation of annual operating and investment budgets;
Preparation of annual DF budget;
Maintenance cost management;
Management of performance and process indicators;
Problem-solving using tools such as CCQ (PDCA), Kaizen, and A3;
Development of service-level agreements with interfacing departments;
Management of the maintenance strategy within SAP;
Submission of investment requests and monitoring of CAPEX and OPEX execution and performance;
Development of project proposals focused on improving productivity and operational efficiency, including adoption of new technologies to optimize system performance;
Monitoring of financial and technical indicators to align investments with departmental performance and cost-benefit targets. **A few benefits Vale offers you:**
* **Private Pension Plan:** Ensures a secure financial future and peace of mind in retirement.
* **PLR** \- Profit Sharing Program: Recognition of everyone’s efforts through participation in company profits
* **Medical and Hospital Assistance, Dental Care:** Comprehensive health coverage for employees and dependents—prioritizing health and quality of life;
* **Daycare Reimbursement or Babysitter Allowance:** Support to balance returning to work with the arrival of a child \- up to age 6 of dependents;
* **PASA** \- Health Plans for family members or for the employee themselves upon retirement or termination;
* **Meal Allowance:** Financial support for grocery purchases;
* **Meal Voucher or On-site Meals:** Benefit designed to simplify daily routines and promote healthy eating habits;
* **Apoiar \- Employee and Dependent Assistance Program:** Specialized emotional and social support for employees and their families;
* **Christmas Gift Card for Dependents:** A gesture of affection at year-end \- for dependents up to age 10;
* **Chartered Transportation or Commuter Pass:** Guaranteed daily transportation for our employees to the workplace;
* **Passenger Train Tickets** on the Vitória-Minas Railway (EFVM) and/or Carajás Railway (EFC). Intended for personal use, providing an additional logistical option for employee travel;
* **Physical Activity Incentive \- Wellhub:** Promotion of physical health and well-being through fitness programs;
* **Well-being Program:** Holistic care aimed at improving employees’ quality of life;
* **Advantage Club:** Exclusive discounts and benefits for purchases at partner establishments.
And more...**Our Cultural Transformation:**
Vale is a mining company committed to accelerating the transition toward a more sustainable world, placing safety at the heart of everything we do and working to build solutions for humanity’s greatest challenges—transforming the future today. We learn together and remain dedicated to our cultural transformation, generating value and positive impact alongside people through our operations. Advancing every day, we are ready to cultivate strong relationships and maintain open dialogue with society.
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**Learn more about our purpose:**
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**Why affirmative action positions for women?**
Vale is on a journey of transformation, striving to become a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive company. Moreover, we believe that advancing gender equity contributes to building a better future for all. We aim to increase representation across all women: Black, white, of any gender identity and sexual orientation, and persons with disabilities.
We understand that initiatives focused on exclusive positions help advance the creation of an increasingly collaborative, innovative, and attractive environment for new talent. Therefore, we value the participation of candidates of all profiles across the various dimensions of our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion agenda—in different actions and selection processes.
The selection process for this position follows the same format as Vale’s other talent attraction programs.
**What is it like to work at Vale?**
At Vale, we contribute to shaping the future—of mining, of the planet, and of yours. We offer opportunities across diverse areas and professional goals. Here, our talents co-create a collaborative and inclusive environment that values each person for who they are—their individuality, leadership, and commitment.
At Vale, we learn together. We believe in the richness of everyday experiences and in knowledge sharing among talents. Here, every moment can—and should—be a learning opportunity.
At Vale, we also grow together. We establish strong, mutually beneficial relationships with our employees and society. Thus, we demonstrate our commitment to a positive legacy, consistent results, and building mining with more innovative and sustainable processes: the mining of the future.**Where there is a future, Vale is present.**
Curious to learn more about Vale? Visit www.vale.com
Also explore our Diversity Policy
***Vale does not charge any fees at any stage of its selection processes.*** **All applications must be submitted exclusively via** ***our website*** ***or through job postings on Vale’s LinkedIn profile******.**********Note: If you have previously applied for this position, the application submission button will not be available. Should you be selected in the selection process, we will contact you to inform you of your application status.*