Inspector of Mines

**Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation**

There is currently 1 Full Time Permanent position in Kamloops, and 1 Full Time Temporary Position in Smithers until December 31, 2023, that may be extended or become permanent.

This position is also posted as a STO under REQ 97330.

**Inspector of Mines**
**$70,683.48 - $89,678.84 annually plus $34.20 bi-weekly Isolation Allowance for Smithers**

The Mines Health, Safety and Enforcement Division (MHSE) provides oversight of the mineral exploration and mining sector during all stages of mine projects.

The Inspector of Mines is the ministry professional on mine safety and for ensuring compliance and enforcement of health and safety under the delegated authority of the _Mines Act_ and the _Health, Safety and Reclamation Code for Mines_ (HSR) in British Columbia. This role conducts investigations, inspections, audits, enforces actions for health and safety non-compliance, and provides expert advice.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS ROLE INCLUDE:

- Bachelors’ Degree or higher in Engineering or Geoscience (Mining, Civil, Environmental or Materials Science).
- Registered, or immediately eligible* for registration, as a fully licensed professional with the British Columbia professional association as required by the specialty area (Engineers and Geoscientists BC). **Note**: Immediately eligible is defined as being registered as a professional in another Canadian jurisdiction referred to above, and able to transfer that registration to a BC professional association within 6 months of employment. It is the responsibility of the applicant to have their qualifications reviewed by the appropriate body to ensure they have the necessary requirements for registration.
- Minimum of two years’ experience in mining, minerals, natural resources, occupational health and safety, heavy industry or regulating heavy industry** OR,**:

- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Experience solving complex technical problems, interpreting and analyzing data related to mine safety management.
- Experience in sub-surface investigations, construction of mines or related works and other aspects of mine safety hazard management.