DRIVE REGIONAL IMPACT IN ONTARIO’S MINING SECTOR

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for geoscience and regional development?
If so, consider these exciting opportunities!
The Ministry of Energy and Mines is seeking two dynamic individuals to lead our Resident Geologist Programs in Thunder Bay and South Porcupine—two of Ontario’s most geologically rich regions.
As Regional Managers, you will oversee teams of geoscientists delivering expert advisory services and geoscience information to the public and mineral industry, helping to drive sustainable mineral exploration and development across Northern Ontario.

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE:

• Strategic Leadership: You have experience developing innovative programs, managing complex issues, and integrating equity, diversity, and inclusion into your work environment.
• Team Management: You have successfully led and inspired staff in dynamic, fast-paced settings, fostering engagement and collaboration.
• Problem Solving: You demonstrate strong decision-making and creative problem-solving skills to navigate challenges and deliver results.

DON’T MEET EVERY QUALIFICATION?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

HOW TO APPLY:

• You must apply online.
• Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
• Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
• Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
• OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
• If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS AND ASSESSMENT:

All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the “position(s) language” section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you’ll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

• Oversee the administration and delivery of the Resident Geologist Program, including geological data management, mineral deposit evaluation, and exploration activity monitoring.
• Direct the operations of district and regional offices and core libraries; review geoscience project proposals; prepare mineral resource assessments, annual reports, and exploration recommendations; and contribute geoscience input to land-use planning.
• Deliver geoscience information and advisory support to municipal governments, mineral industry stakeholders, and Indigenous communities.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Indigenous communities, councils, groups, and organizations.
• Manage and provide strategic direction to geographically dispersed staff, including oversight of human resource matters.
• Offer input and recommendations on legislation, regulations, policies, and initiatives that impact geoscience policy and the mineral industry