Mining Engineer/Electrical Engineer (2 positions)
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Do you have a desire to make a significant contribution to ensuring Albertans have a fair, safe and healthy place in which to work? Our Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) team works with Alberta employers, worker groups and associations to educate, and enforce the OHS Act, Regulation and Code.
As a Professional Engineer having the authority and duties of an Officer under the OHS Act in the OHS Mining Unit, you will report to the Director of Inspection for Mines and will be responsible for providing advice and information on issues such as regulatory and technical standards, and worker health and safety in mines. This position requires an ability to work effectively in a team setting and independently in the field conducting site inspections and investigation, enforcing compliance to legislation and dealing with issues related to mining certifications, labour mobility and mining standards. The position will be responsible for technical reviews and to evaluate the proposed deviations to OHS legislation for approvals, acceptances and exemptions to OHS legislation.
To be successful in this role, you will require well-developed verbal and written communication, decision-making, and strong interpersonal skills in order to achieve positive outcomes. You will also have a desire to learn and develop new skills while sharing your own knowledge and expertise.
We need your help to expand our reach and assist us in building life-long partnerships with employers and workers to create and maintain safe and healthy working environments for every Albertan. If you are a committed and dedicated OHS professional with a desire to build a career with the Government of Alberta - then we want to hear from you! Salary: $2,772.42 to $3,838.63 bi-weekly ($72,360 to $100,188 annually). Closing Date: January 2, 2012. Job ID #1008580
Qualifications: Mining Engineer - University graduation in Mining Engineering and you must be a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in Alberta or eligible for membership as a P.Eng. in the Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists and Geophysicists of Alberta (APEGGA) with demonstrated experience in surface mines/quarries and underground coal mines. A minimum of five years of experience in mine engineering and operations in a mining environment is required. Related experience in an operating underground coal mine would be a significant asset, along with mediation/facilitation experience and related accreditations.
Electrical Engineer - University graduation in Electrical Engineering and you must be a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in Alberta or eligible for membership as a P.Eng. in the Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists and Geophysicists of Alberta (APEGGA) with demonstrated experience in surface mines/quarries and underground coal mines. A minimum of five years of related experience at an operating mine is required along with experience working with CSA Standard M421 and the Canadian Electrical Code (or standards related to your jurisdiction specific to the mining industry). Related experience in an operating underground coal mine along with knowledge of the certification and application of electrical equipment in underground mines would be a significant asset, along with mediation/facilitation experience and related accreditations.
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Relocation packages may also be available.
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Approximately 2/3 of the mining activity within Alberta occurs in the Northern part of the province. Extensive and extended travel to Fort McMurray, Hinton and Grande Cache is involved.
Candidates must also be able to work evenings and weekends as required. A valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license is required; use of your personal vehicle with reimbursement may be required. Work performed often involves periods of strenuous physical activity (e.g. walking, climbing, crawling, heavy lifting, bending, kneeling) and potential exposure to different environmental conditions. Final candidates will be asked to provide a Driver's Abstract and undergo a security screening check.
Candidates with less experience may be considered at a lower classification and salary.
