Project Engineer

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of Yukon is seeking a Project Engineer to support the Workers’ Safety and Compensation Board’s mining oversight across the Yukon. You will review mining plans, conduct site inspections, and ensure compliance with the Workers’ Safety and Compensation Act and Workplace Health and Safety Regulations.

This permanent, full-time role covers project phases from preliminary engineering to reclamation. A Degree in Engineering (Mining/Mechanical/Civil) and substantial mining experience are

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering (Mining, Mechanical, Civil, or related discipline).
• Significant mining, heavy industrial, or construction experience.
• Experience managing and supporting engineering projects with a strong health and safety focus.
• Significant mining sector experience, including mine designs and mining methods.
• CRSP or CSP, or coursework toward designation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Review mining plans and conduct site inspections.
• Ensure compliance with the Workers’ Safety and Compensation Act and Workplace Health and Safety Regulations.
• Support mining operations from preliminary engineering through to project reclamation.

Skills

Mining experience

Project management

Health & safety focus

Mine design knowledge

CRSP/CSP asset

Education

Engineering degree (Mining/Mechanical/Civil)

Job description

Government of Yukon -> Workers Compensation - WCB - Inspection

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

End Date

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

ST17

$99,800.00 - $115,857.00

Union

YEU

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

25%

Admissibility

Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference .

Job Summary and Requirements

This opportunity is for a permanent position working 75 hours bi-weekly

The Workers’ Safety and Compensation Board (WSCB) administers workplace health and safety and workers’ compensation in the territory. WSCB’s mission is to prevent work‑related injuries and illnesses in partnership with employers and workers and to support workers when injuries occur. We take care of injured workers by facilitating their stay at work, return to work and recovery.

Values:

WSCB’s strives for “vision zero” work related injuries, illnesses, or fatalities. As we fulfill that mandate, three organizational values guide our internal conduct and our external relationships:

• Partnership
• Accountability
• Compassion

The Role:

Reporting to the Manager, Mine Safety, the Project Engineer supports the WSCB in overseeing mining operations throughout the Yukon Territory. Responsibilities include reviewing mining plans, conducting site inspections, and ensuring compliance with the Workers’ Safety and Compensation Act and Workplace Health and Safety Regulations. These responsibilities are conducted at a professional level in the various phases of mine construction and operation, from preliminary engineering through to project reclamation.

Essential Qualifications:

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet each of the following qualifications. Please note, selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume; ensure you use a month/year to month/year format and include the duties you performed in each of your positions.

• Degree in Engineering (Mining, Mechanical, Civil, or a related discipline) from a recognized institution;
• Significant experience in mining, heavy industrial, or construction environments;
• Experience managing and supporting engineering projects with a strong health and safety focus;
• Significant experience in the mining sector, including experience reviewing or developing mine designs, and experience with mining operations and mining methods;
• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or completion of coursework toward either designation would be considered an asset.

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

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability:

Candidates will be expected to demonstrate their competence according to the standards set within the Yukon Government Core Competency Framework

• Influencing Others
• Promoting Common Values and Ethics
• Modeling Interpersonal Skills and Personal Responsibility
• Taking action and achieving results

Conditions of Employment:

• Have and maintain RCMP Security Clearance.
• Eligible for registration, or registered, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in the Yukon.