Employment
Operations at the mine and concentrator in Voisey’s Bay and at the Argentia demonstration plant began in 2005. Approximately 450 people are employed at the mine and concentrator and another 250 people are supporting the hydromet research and development program and engineering/planning for the commercial processing plant. The commercial processing plant is scheduled to begin operations at the end of 2011 and will employ about 400 people.
Note: Canship has been retained by Fednav Limited to provide crewing and vessel management support for the concentrate vessel. If you have an interest in pursing employment opportunities related to vessel operations, click on the following link: www.canship.com/cul