STO-RE 21R - Sr. Engineering Technologist

Posting Title
STO-RE 21R - Sr. Engineering Technologist

Position Classification
Scientific/Tech Off R21 - Res

Union
GEU

Work Options
On-Site

Location
Alexis Creek, BC V0L 1A0 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Williams Lake, BC V2G 5M1 CA

Salary Range
$69,760.70 - $79,322.69 annually

Close Date
10/2/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests

Ministry Branch / Division
Cariboo-Chilcotin Natural Resource District

Job Summary

The Team
The Engineering Branch provides leadership and professional guidance in the delivery of the Engineering program, focusing on policy and standards development to maintain a safe provincial resource road network. The team is responsible for implementing and monitoring the program, ensuring compliance with government regulations while balancing industrial, commercial, and public use with environmental considerations.

The Role
This Engineering Technologist position is integral to supporting the district resource road network, working on engineering projects with Engineering Branch Engineers. The role involves contract management, road and bridge maintenance, resource road inspections, and design work to contribute to the program's success.

Explore the opportunities and value working with our team can offer you: Why Work for the Ministry of Forests
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Registered Forest Technologist, or related professional designation, with Forest Professionals BC (FPBC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to FPBC within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made. Applicants who do not meet the professional requirement may be considered at a lower level, subject to confirmation of eligibility for registration as a Trainee Forest Technician (TFT) or equivalent immediately upon employment with the Ministry. Applicants must contact FPBC to confirm their eligibility.
• Diploma, or higher, in forest technology, natural resource management, forest engineering or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preference may be given to those with one (1) or more of the following:

• Experience managing relationships with stakeholders and/or First Nations' communities.
• Experience in project and/or contract management.
• One (1) or more years of experience in one (1) or more of the following areas:
  o Road construction, maintenance, and deactivation; and/or,
  o Post-fire recovery and rehabilitation work; and/or,
  o Road, bridge and major structure project support.

Provisos:

• May be required to operate a variety of field equipment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid BC Driver's Class 5 Licence or equivalent.
• Must be willing and able to withstand the rigors of field work.
• Must be willing and able to work in all/adverse weather conditions.
• Must be willing and able to travel to meet job requirements.
• Must comply with the safety standards of the Ministry and WorkSafe BC.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Kyla.Arduini@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent vacancies.
Williams Lake: Williams Lake has a rich history regarding the Cariboo gold rush, and is located in a valley in the Interior Plateau of Central BC. Whitewater rafting and single-track mountain biking are unique activities available in Williams Lake. The Williams Lake Stampede is one of the biggest rodeos in Western Canada and pays tribute to its ranching history.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
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.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Registered Forest Technologist (RFT) with FPBC. Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to FPBC within six (6) months of employment. 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 - A resume is required as part of your application, however, itmay notbe used for initial shortlisting purposes.

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.

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Job Category
Scientific and Technical