Mineral Exploration and Development Consultant

4 weeks ago


Thunder Bay, Canada Ministry of Mines Full time

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity in one of Canada's most prolific and active mining areas? If so, consider this exceptional opportunity with the Ministry of Mines.

Playing a key role in the monitoring and stimulation of exploration, you will lead and deliver the mineral exploration and development program, guiding components through the regulatory process.

The Mineral Exploration and Development Section supports the exploration and development of mineral resources within the regulatory framework of the Mining Act. Staff assist industry with their early exploration, advanced exploration or new mine development projects by providing information and advice on permitting requirements, financial assurance, as well as regulating early exploration and facilitating consultation with the public and Indigenous communities.

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.

We offer:

- a defined benefit pension plan
- maternity and parental leave top-up benefits which includes adoptive parents
- comprehensive health plan
- life and disability insurance
- flexible work arrangements
- collegial and professional work culture
- career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
- on-the-job training to support your success in the role

**OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism**: We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

Visit the
**OPS Anti-Racism Policy** and the
**OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint** pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's
**Human Rights Code**. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

**What can I expect to do in this role?**: You will:

- provide information, advice and assistance to industry, government agencies, indigenous communities and the public regarding all phases of the mining sequence
- promote the development of new and existing mining ventures
- prepare briefing materials, reports and responses on matters associated with mineral production, development and processing
- conduct technical research and assist in the evaluation of proposals to enhance mineral development services
- develop effective working relationships with industry, First Nations, other municipal, provincial and federal government partners and the public
- participate on committees and attend meetings with mine operators, consultants, industry and mining contractors

Note: This position may require overnight travel to remote locations not accessible by public transportation.

**How do I qualify?**:
**Mandatory**:

- For the bilingual position, you must possess oral French language skills at the advanced level. Your proficiency level will be confirmed before hire.

**Technical expertise**:

- You have proven knowledge and experience in a resource development field and knowledge and/or experience in mineral exploration and development.
- You have knowledge of the mining industry, mining sequence and mine-related issues.
- You are knowledgeable of Indigenous communities and issues related to the mineral industry in order to carry out effective consultation.

**Communication, facilitation and negotiation skills**:

- You have communication skills, tact and good judgement to exchange information, provide advice and recommendations to a broad range of internal and external clients with diverse technical and cultural backgrounds.
- You have well developed skills in negotiation, diplomacy, facilitation and consensus building to foster cooperative, effective, and sound relations between Indigenous communities, industry and stakeholders.

**Other relevant skills**:

- You have research, analytical and problem solving skills to review and evaluate information/proposals and organize, implement and monitor project deliverables.
- You are highly organized to coordinate and implement diverse projects.
- You are proficient in computer and related software such as word processing, graphics, spreadsheets and internet to collect, display, analyze and process mining-related and geographic information.

**Additional Information**:
**Address**:

- 3 Permanent, 5520 Hwy 101 E, South Porcupine, North Region or 435 James St S, Thunder Bay, North Region
- 1 Bilingual Permanent, 5520 Hwy 101 E, South Porcupine, North Region or 435 James St S, Thunder Bay, North Region

**Compensation Group**:

- Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario- Understanding the job ad - definitions**Schedule**:

- 6**Category**:

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