Mining Technologist

This is a full-time TERM (anticipatory perm) position working 75 hours bi-weekly.

Temporary Assignments will also be considered.

At Energy, Mines and Resources, we are committed to a healthy and sustainable resource sector, managed in partnership with Yukoners. We embrace a work environment where problem solving, creativity, teamwork, risk management and personal effort result in the attainment of our goals and those of our clients.

The Mineral Resources Branch regulates exploration and mining activity. Working as a member of the Major Mines Unit, the Mining Technologist works to build a competitive and sustainable mining industry in Yukon while protecting Yukon government from environmental liabilities of mine reclamation and closure.

Reporting to the Manager of Major Mines Licensing, the Mining Technologist conducts comprehensive technical and regulatory reviews of mining plans for projects and develops policies and guidelines to improve the quartz mining regulatory regime in Yukon.

For more information, please contact Erin Dowd, Manager - Major Mines Licensing at Erin.Dowd@yukon.ca

For information about the competitive process, please contact Kiranpreet Kaur, HR Consultant at Kiranpreet.Kaur Kiranpreet.Kaur@yukon.ca

Essential Qualifications
Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Please note selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. For more information, please visit Yukon Government Job Site.

• Diploma or higher in engineering, mining technology, environmental sciences, or a related field;
• Experience analyzing, researching and preparing technical reviews and/or reports;
• Experience working with assessment, mining and environmental legislation, regulations and/or policies would be an asset;
• Experience in engagement with First Nation governments, non-governmental organizations and the public would be an asset;

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Knowledge, Skills & Suitability

We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate the following abilities:

• excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, both written and oral
• working cooperatively as part of a team
• organize work and deliver results within deadlines
• provide clear and workable recommendations
• adapt to changing work demands
• present findings to a range of stakeholders

Additional Information

Job requirements:

• Class 5 Drivers Licence
• Travel throughout Yukon