Job requirements Mine Captain in Canada
Find out what you typically need to work as a mine captain in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Supervisors, mining and quarrying (NOC 82020).
Employment requirements
This is what you typically need for the job.
- Several years of experience in the occupations supervised are usually required.
- Provincial certification as an underground mine supervisor, shift boss, or coal mining supervisor may be required.
- Completion of a college or university program in mining technology or engineering may be required for some positions in this group.
- Completion of secondary school is required.
Professional certification and licensing
You might need to get a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.
British Columbia
Job title
Fireboss (underground Coal Mine)
Regulated
Regulatory body:
BC Ministry of Energy, Mines & Low Carbon Innovation
Job title
Mine Supervisor
Regulated
Regulatory body:
BC Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovataion
Job title
Shiftboss (surface)
Regulated
Job title
Shiftboss (underground Coal)
Regulated
Job title
Shiftboss (underground Or Open Pit Manager)
Regulated
Yukon
Job title
Mine Supervisor
Regulated
Regulatory body:
Yukon Workers' Compensation Health and Safety Board
Do you want to work in another province or territory?
If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.
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