A great opportunity to take the next step in your career
The Mines Health, Safety and Enforcement Division (MHSE) provides oversight of the mineral exploration and mining sector during all stages of mine projects. The division includes: the Office of the Chief Inspector of Mines; the Mine Audits and Strategic Services Branch; the Abandoned Mines Branch; the Regulatory Management and Enforcement Branch; and the Code Review Secretariat, which supports the ongoing work of the Code Review Committee.
The Mine Audits and Strategic Services Branch (MASS) within MHSE, provides cross-divisional leadership and delivery of the key mining-related continuous improvement program areas for the Ministry: delivering the mine audits program under the authority of the Chief Auditor; leading the development and overseeing implementation of Government’s responses to Chief Auditor recommendations; developing and maintaining the Ministry’s digital tools including CORE (internal mine information portal), Mines Space (external proponent data portal) and the BC Mine Information Website (public facing mine information portal); and developing and implementing the mines data management and reporting program. MASS also provides leadership and support on corporate and other strategic initiatives for MHSE.
Established in 2019, the Mine Audit Unit is a specialized and high-profile team within the Ministry. The Audit Unit evaluates the effectiveness of the provincial regulatory program for mining and makes public recommendations to government for continuous improvement. The team operates under the direction of the Chief Auditor, whose authorities and duties are set out in the Mines Act.
Working with other members of the Audit Unit, this position participates in audits set out in the Chief Auditor’s Audit Plan, including developing comprehensive, public audit reports with recommendations to senior decision-makers.
The Auditor may be located in any of the ministry’s five regional offices. The ministry’s regional offices include Victoria, Prince George, Kamloops, Cranbrook, and Smithers. Other locations may be considered based on operational requirements and availability.
Job Requirements:
Education, Training & Experience
Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following:
For questions regarding this position, please contact Blythe.Golobic@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved Telework Agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
This position is also posted as a Scientific Technical Officer 27R under Requisition 99658.
Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.
Working for BC Public Service offers a competitive salary, diverse work environment, a healthy work/life balance, and excellent benefits. In addition to the base salary for Professional Employee Association members, there is an allowance to cover professional fees, strong dental and medical plans and much more. Salary listed does not include the additional 7% Overtime Shift Standby (OSS) provision that can be taken as taken as time off or salary on an annual basis which is on top of four (4) weeks annual leave.
How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.
Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered (or immediately eligible for registration) as a Professional Forester with Forest Professionals BC (FPBC); OR, a Professional Agrologist with the British Columbia Institute of Agrologists (BCIA); OR, a Professional Engineer/Geoscientist with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to obtain registration in BC from a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction. Confirmation of registration/eligibility will be required before an offer of employment can be made. If you do not meet this requirement, apply to the Scientific Technical Officer 27R opportunity via Requisition 99658.
Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.
Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.
Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.
Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.
Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.
Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition.