• Job Description

  Req#: 10637912

  Bring your expertise in Engineering or Geoscience to this important position.
  
  Consistent with the vision of the Ministry of Forests -- Environmental Sustainability and Economic Prosperity -- the mandate of the Resource Integrated Operations Division reflects the pride British Columbians have in their many natural resources. The Division leads in the sustainable management of the province’s natural resources so that BC’s natural heritage is preserved for years to come. Water is one of these natural resources.
  
  The Water Management Branch is accountable for operational delivery of provincial water programs including managing and regulating the allocation of water resources, ensuring safe and reliable community water supplies; and protecting public health and safety through River Forecast Centre operations, flood hazard management, regulation of dikes and dams, and supporting emergency response. The Dam Safety Section is responsible for regulation of approximately 210 major dams >9m high across the province and leadership and provision of specialist expertise to the Provincial Dam Safety Program, which operates under a distributed organizational model and has regulatory oversight of approximately 2,000 dams across the province, many of which are high profile, high risk and high cost.
  
  Job Overview

  • Regulating a portfolio of approximately 35 major dams (generally >9m high) by exercising the powers and authorities of both an Engineer and a Dam Safety Officer (DSO) under the Dam Safety Regulation of the Water Sustainability Act.
  • Providing leadership, advice, research and professional engineering expertise and judgment in the field of dam safety for other staff in the Provincial Dam Safety Program and for the Ministry.
  • Provide leadership and support for compliance and enforcement activities on dam owners that are non-compliant with Dam Safety Regulation.

  
  Job Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in civil or geotechnical engineering or geosciences and 5 years of related experience; OR,
  • Master’s Degree in civil or geotechnical engineering or geosciences and 3 years of related experience; OR,
  • An equivalent combination of education and/or training.
  • Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of the Province of British Columbia (APEGBC). Note: Immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership to the APEGBC within 6 months of employment. If registered as a P.Geo., must obtain a limited licence for dam engineering; AND,
  • Must be eligible for designation as a Dam Safety Officer and an Engineer under the Water Sustainability Act and complete required in-house Dam Safety Program training to gain the Dam Safety Officer designation and undertake and maintain Dam Safety Officer accountabilities and ongoing training to retain the designation.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence and have the ability to maintain and operate a 4-wheel drive in all types of driving conditions, both on and off road.

  
  Related experience includes:

  • Experience providing professional engineering expertise, advice and recommendations to other professionals, senior management, dam owners and the public, particularly with respect to dam safety; AND,
  • Experience with critical review of licensed professional reports, plans, drawings, and project proposals.

  Preference may be given to applicants with:

  • Experience in contract management of engineering works, including enforcing contract specifications and dealing directly with construction contractors.
    

  For questions regarding this position, please contact bryan.robinson@gov.bc.ca .
  
  About this Position:
  This position can be based in any Ministry of Forests office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
  Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
  There are 2 positions available.
  An eligibility list may be established for future temporary or permanent positions.
  This position can be based in any of the location(s) listed above.
  Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
  
  Working for the BC Public Service:
  The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

  The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.
  
  The BC Public Service offers a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits, including one of the best pension plans available, and a variety of opportunities for career learning and development. Regular, full time Professional Employee Association members are also entitled to 7% allowance in Lieu of Overtime Shiftwork and Standby (taken as time or money), have a 35 hour work week, and 4 weeks’ annual paid leave entitlement. To find out more, explore What the BC Public Service offers You

  How to Apply:
  Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.
  
  Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered (or immediately eligible for registration) as a Professional Engineer with Engineers & Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as currently registered as a Professional Engineer in another Canadian jurisdiction, and able to obtain registration in BC within 6 months of employment. Applicants must confirm their eligibility with the EGBC. Applicants must confirm their eligibility with the EGBC. Confirmation of registration/eligibility will be required before an offer of employment can be made.
  
  Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.
  
  Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.
  
  Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.
  
  Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.
  
  Additional Information:
  
  A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

  Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

  Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.

• About the company

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