Natural Resource Officer
- Whitehorse, YT, Canada
Full-time
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Job Summary And Requirements
This position is for 1 permanent position, working 75 hours biweekly with the Major Mines unit.
At Energy, Mines and Resources, we are committed to the responsible management of a healthy and sustainable resource sector for the benefit of current and future generations. 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 Compliance, Monitoring and Inspections branch is the enforcement unit of the department and all natural resource officers work under this umbrella. As an integral member of the Major mines Team, this position employs a progressive enforcement philosophy while ensuring compliance with environmental and resource management legislation regulating mine development projects across the Yukon.
This position is responsible for undertaking inspection and enforcement activities for a multidisciplinary resource management program. Natural resource officers play a key role in ensuring the consistent application of responsible resource development practices and work closely with members of federal and territorial government and First Nation governments.
Approved candidates will be provided reimbursement of relocation expenses if required, in accordance with the Interview and Relocation Expense Directive .
For more information about Natural Resource Officers and this position, please visit our career profile.
For more information about this position contact: Rory Masters, Head of Major Mines at Rory.Masters@yukon.ca
For inquiries regarding the recruitment process please contact: Colleen Kormos, HR Consultant at Colleen.Kormos@yukon.ca
Essential Qualifications
IMPORTANT: To be considered for this opportunity, you must demonstrate how you meet the following qualifications in your application. Be sure to highlight how the experience you have acquired aligns with the essential qualifications for this position, including the month and year for each work experience entry.
Skills
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability
The ideal candidate should have, and may be assessed on their:
Relocation
Job Requirements(s):
12 months
This position is for 1 permanent position, working 75 hours biweekly with the Major Mines unit.
At Energy, Mines and Resources, we are committed to the responsible management of a healthy and sustainable resource sector for the benefit of current and future generations. 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 Compliance, Monitoring and Inspections branch is the enforcement unit of the department and all natural resource officers work under this umbrella. As an integral member of the Major mines Team, this position employs a progressive enforcement philosophy while ensuring compliance with environmental and resource management legislation regulating mine development projects across the Yukon.
This position is responsible for undertaking inspection and enforcement activities for a multidisciplinary resource management program. Natural resource officers play a key role in ensuring the consistent application of responsible resource development practices and work closely with members of federal and territorial government and First Nation governments.
Approved candidates will be provided reimbursement of relocation expenses if required, in accordance with the Interview and Relocation Expense Directive .
For more information about Natural Resource Officers and this position, please visit our career profile.
For more information about this position contact: Rory Masters, Head of Major Mines at Rory.Masters@yukon.ca
For inquiries regarding the recruitment process please contact: Colleen Kormos, HR Consultant at Colleen.Kormos@yukon.ca
Essential Qualifications
IMPORTANT: To be considered for this opportunity, you must demonstrate how you meet the following qualifications in your application. Be sure to highlight how the experience you have acquired aligns with the essential qualifications for this position, including the month and year for each work experience entry.
- Degree or Diploma in natural resources management or related field.
- Experience interpreting or applying documents such as legislation, policies or procedures.
- Experience working with resource management or environmental stewardship sectors.
- Experience working with or for First Nations communities, governments, non-government organizations or industry.
- Experience with inspecting or assessing mine development activities and preparing reports of findings.
Skills
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability
The ideal candidate should have, and may be assessed on their:
- Familiarity with Mine Development Projects.
- Ability to interpret, apply, inspect and enforce legislation and policies relating to natural resource management.
- Ability to build positive and collaborative working relationships.
- Ability to prioritize and quickly adapt to change.
- Effective problem solving and decision making skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Situational awareness in a field environment.
- Analytical skills.
Relocation
- Funding may be available to qualified successful candidates relocating for this role
- Valid Class 5 driver’s licence.
- Pre-employment and periodic medical clearance.
- Firearms Possession and Acquisition License are immediate requirements.
Job Requirements(s):
- Ability to work and /or travel (often alone) for extended and periods, in all seasons and terrain types, in remote settings, using a variety of vehicle types e.g. trucks, all-terrain vehicles, helicopters, boats etc.
- Wearing a uniform and use of personal protective equipment.
- Overnight camping in remote locations may be required.
12 months
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Responsibilities
Conduct inspections and enforcement activities for mine development projects across the Yukon, applying environmental and resource management legislation. Promote responsible resource development and collaborate with federal, territorial, and First Nations governments.
Requirements
Applicants need a degree or diploma in natural resources management or a related field, experience interpreting or applying legislation, policies, or procedures, and experience in resource management or environmental stewardship. A valid Class 5 driver's licence, medical clearance, and a Firearms Possession and Acquisition Licence are required; the role also involves remote fieldwork and travel.
Skills
- Legislation Interpretation
- Regulatory Compliance
- Inspection and Enforcement
- Natural Resource Management
- Environmental Stewardship
- Mine Development Assessment
- Report Writing
- Relationship Building
- Prioritization
- Adaptability
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Teamwork
- Situational Awareness
- Analytical Skills
- Fieldwork
Visa sponsorship
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Hiring contact
Rory Masters
Hiring contact email
Rory.Masters@yukon.ca
Categories
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Government & Public Sector
- Energy
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Natural Resource Management
- Major Mines
- Mine Development
- Environmental Stewardship
- Resource Management
- Compliance Monitoring
- Inspections
- Enforcement
- Environmental Legislation
- Policies and Procedures
- First Nations Governments
- Fieldwork
- Remote Travel
- Report Writing
- Class 5 Driver's Licence
- Firearms Possession and Acquisition Licence
- Personal Protective Equipment
- All-Terrain Vehicles
- Helicopters
- Boats