As a Manager in Mining Engineering, you will lead and direct mining engineering teams within the Department of National Defence, overseeing projects that support defence operations and infrastructure. In this role, you are responsible for planning, organizing, and managing technical mining engineering activities, while ensuring compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and departmental policies. You will supervise professional engineering staff, allocate resources, and maintain quality standards across multiple projects. Your work environment includes both office-based management duties and site visits to mining operations or defence facilities. You will collaborate with other government departments, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver engineering solutions that meet defence objectives. This position requires strong technical knowledge of mining engineering principles combined with demonstrated leadership and project management capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and manage the delivery of mining engineering services and programs, Supervise and develop staff within the mining engineering team, Monitor performance metrics and report on results, Develop and implement operational plans and procedures, Manage stakeholder relationships and ensure service quality
Required Skills
Technical analysis, Design and drafting tools (CAD), Project management, Regulatory knowledge, Problem-solving, People management, Operational oversight, Quality assurance, Resource coordination
Typical Education
Post-secondary education in the relevant field; supervisory and operational management experience
Training
Typically, you will have completed a bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related engineering discipline from an accredited Canadian university. Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation from a provincial engineering association is usually required or expected. You may pursue additional certifications such as the Project Management Professional (PMP) credential or specialized certifications in mine safety and environmental management. The Government of Canada supports ongoing professional development through training in leadership, project management, workplace hazard assessment, and emerging mining technologies. You are encouraged to maintain memberships with professional engineering associations such as Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) or equivalent provincial bodies, and to participate in continuing education programs to keep current with industry best practices and regulatory changes.
Entry Plans
You can enter this career through several pathways within the federal Public Service. Direct entry positions are advertised through the Treasury Board Secretariat job board and the DND careers website, where you can apply to advertised competitions. If you are already a federal public servant, you may apply for lateral moves or promotions into Manager positions through internal staffing processes. The Government of Canada also recruits experienced mining engineers through bridging programs and pools of qualified candidates. Recent engineering graduates may enter through student or early-career recruitment initiatives, which provide structured development opportunities before advancing to managerial roles. Candidates with relevant private-sector mining engineering experience can apply to competitions that value equivalent outside experience. All positions require a valid security clearance, which the department will support you in obtaining.
Part-Time Options
Manager positions in Mining Engineering are typically full-time roles due to the leadership responsibilities and need for consistent oversight of engineering teams and projects. However, the Department of National Defence is committed to supporting work-life balance and may offer flexible working arrangements such as flexible hours or compressed work weeks where operationally feasible. Remote work options may be available for specific administrative and planning duties, though managerial responsibilities and site supervision generally require in-person presence. Accommodations for part-time work are considered on a case-by-case basis depending on operational requirements and business needs. If you are interested in part-time or flexible arrangements, you can discuss these possibilities during the recruitment process or with your manager once hired.
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