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    THE CANADIAN SALARY SURVEYS The Mining Survey 2012 Position Summaries

    Division Job Family Title Position

    Code

    Position Title Role Statement Position Description

    Corporate Executive 5000 President and Chief

    Executive Officer (CEO)

    Typically reporting to the Board.

    This position is responsible for

    developing organizational

    strategy and policies with

    executive team and Board.

    Duties may include:

    Overall accountability for achieving organizational goals established by Board.

    Directs the development of short and long-term organizational objectives, policies, operating plans

    and budgets.

    Develops and controls the strategic direction of the entire company.

    Focus is long-term and more external than internal.

    Establishes management principles and philosophy by which the organization is run.

    Represents the organization to customers, shareholders, and government bodies.

    Corporate Executive 5002 Chief Operating Officer

    (COO)

    Responsible for carrying out

    objectives, policies, and goalsset out by the CEO.

    Coordinates, directs and

    administers the major aspects

    of organization and any

    subsidiary operations.

    Duties may include:

    Major contributor to the development of organizational strategy. Shares accountability for achieving organizational goals with other executive team members.

    Within organizational strategy, responsible for establishing and implementing operational policies

    and processes.

    Plans and directs company operations to ensure that strategic goals are met, including

    implementing short and long-term objectives, strategies and policies for the entire company.

    Recommends budgetary and operational objectives and performance monitoring activities.

    Directly accountable for organization's major line functions and may have responsibility for staff

    functions such as sales and marketing.

    Corporate Executive 5003 Chief Financial Officer

    (CFO)

    Responsible for the strategic

    leadership, direction and

    guidance for all financial

    activities of the organization.

    Duties may include:

    Development of financial plans and policies that assist in the development of organizational

    strategies.

    Financial planning focused on collection of financial and management information related to

    budgets, forecasts, and taxation.

    Financial control measures to identify and monitor standards and performance, and to

    communicate results, advice, and options.

    Forecasts influential economic elements to fill overall corporate strategy.

    Financial reporting of information and results based on needs and accepted accounting principles.

    Corporate Executive 5028 Top Position Business

    Development

    Reporting to the CEO or COO,

    responsible for determining the

    corporate business

    development strategies and

    targets, development program

    and processes.

    Duties may include:

    Responsible for new business initiatives, as well as researching opportunities for mergers,

    acquisitions, and/or divestitures.

    Establishing long-term client relationships through cultivation and stewardship.

    Articulated business development plan that supports 1-3 year objectives.

    Strategies for establishing and managing alliances and business relationships to market the

    companys products.

    Strategic development of new business through planning, business/policy development,

    marketing/communications and mergers/acquisition activities for the organization.

    Corporate Management/

    Project

    Management

    100 Information/Technical

    Systems Executive

    Executive Level. Strategic level

    with overall responsibility for the

    management of information or

    technical systems across the

    organization.

    Duties may include:

    Directs the management and development of information or technical systems for the organization

    that could include technical computing and telecommunications.

    Determines the organizations long-term information technology requirements and identifies

    overall strategies for information and technical systems development and implementation across

    the organization.

    Acts as the primary interface with executive in determining overall information systems philosophy

    and approach with the organization.

    Leadership of department staff and budget.

    THE CANADIAN SALARY SURVEYS

    2012 MINING INDUSTRY POSITION SUMMARIES

    THE WYNFORD GROUP

    The Wynford Group

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    THE CANADIAN SALARY SURVEYS The Mining Survey 2012 Position Summaries

    Division Job Family Title Position

    Code

    Position Title Role Statement Position Description

    Corporate Systems

    Development

    335 Systems Analyst 3 Fully Competent Level.

    Responsible for analysis of user

    requirements and design of

    medium-sized systems.

    Duties may include:

    Performs detailed analysis and design for systems conversions and migrations.

    Directly responsible for the design, coding and testing of very complex programs to support

    specific business solutions and conversions.

    Maintains database documentation and models.

    May participate in the defining of the architecture for large projects, under the guidance of a

    systems architect.

    May provide direction for more junior staff.

    Provides release support for new releases or versions of software.

    Corporate Technical

    Support

    405 Technical Support 4 Expert Level. Provides top-level

    trouble shooting to resolve the

    most complex technical

    systems problems.

    Duties may include:

    Troubleshoots the most complex problems and takes appropriate urgent actions.

    Applies advanced knowledge and experience in the planning, solution development and

    implementation of distributed computing service, client server services and/or wireless services.

    Responsible for ensuring on-going maintenance and monitoring system quality assurance.

    May provide direction for more junior technical support staff.

    Corporate Technical

    Support

    420 Technical Support 2 Fully Competent Level.

    Providing second level technical

    support on operating systems,

    network protocols and specific

    application packages in

    response to end-user requests.

    Duties may include:

    Knows and can effectively use/support various products within a single IT resource or enabling

    technology.

    Provides troubleshooting and optimization for technical problems within an area.

    Develops and implements technical solutions under general supervision.

    Corporate Database

    Management

    1550 Database Administrator

    1

    Fully Competent Level.

    Manages small to medium-

    sized enterprise database to

    ensure integrity and security

    and acts as interface between

    end-users and database.

    Duties may include:

    Performs software installations and upgrades to database. Schedules installations, upgrades and

    maintenance.

    Management of the database with respect to tuning, performance monitoring, capacity planning,

    space management and reorganization and quality assurance.

    Responsible for database security, passwords, maintenance of standards and operating

    procedures and work process procedures.

    May train database management professionals.

    Corporate Executive 5007 Treasurer Responsible for developing and

    implementing approved

    financing, banking, and

    insurance strategies.

    Duties may include:

    Directs investment of company funds.

    Secures short and long-term capital financing for the company.

    Manages the process for corporate banking and lines of credit.

    Manages control and issuance of company shares if a publicly-traded company.

    Corporate Financial

    Services

    3210 Manager Finance Responsible for evaluating

    company or divisions financial

    status and coordination of

    financial planning and control

    strategies.

    Duties may include:

    Manages the development and assessment of appropriate financial control strategies, making

    recommendations to on appropriate strategies.

    Manages the development and implementation of budget planning and developmental

    forecasting. Ensures the interpretation of financial and operating reports provide accurate, meaningful

    management data reports.

    Prepares financial reports for senior management.

    Determines financing alternatives.

    Manages and supervises department staff and budget.

    The Wynford Group

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    Division Job Family Title Position

    Code

    Position Title Role Statement Position Description

    Corporate Accounting

    Services

    3303 Controller Responsible for the

    development and management

    of financial plans and policies

    based on the collection of

    financial and management

    information.

    Duties may include:

    Financial control measures to identify and monitor standards and performance, and to

    communicate results, advice, and options.

    Financial reporting of information and results based on needs and accepted accounting principles.

    Works with executive/management team to lead budget process. Interpret financial report and

    Reporting of accounting information to executive/ management team.

    Responsible for all regulatory filings and remittances.

    Liaises with outside organizations and officials banks, government, auditors, lawyers to prepare

    required working paper files (e.g. audit) and discuss the financial affairs related to the organization

    and recommend various courses of action.

    Leadership of accounting group and budgets.

    Corporate Accounting

    Services

    3310 Manager Accounting Responsible for leading the day

    to day accounting operationswhich may include accounts

    payable and receivable,

    financial systems, and other

    general accounting functions.

    Duties may include:

    Management of financial reporting, coordination of audits, and implementation of on-goingaccounting services.

    Develops and implements accounting procedures and policies in area of accounting services.

    Assists in the preparation of the annual corporate budget and adjustments.

    Provides advice, guidance, and required information to other departments regarding accounting

    services issues.

    Management, supervision, and developmental guidance of department staff and budget.

    Corporate Accounting

    Services

    3311 Accountant 4 Senior level. Responsible for

    compilation, analysis,

    interpretation, and summarizingof fiscal data used in financial

    statements.

    Duties may include:

    Prepares monthly financial statements and oversees cash management.

    Provides interpretation of accounts, methods, and records for managers and officers. Tracks financial data and monitors financial information.

    Monitors and makes recommendations on internal financial controls.

    Involved with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

    Coordinates activities of junior staff.

    Corporate Accounting

    Services

    3313 Accountant 1 Junior Level. Responsible for

    performing routine duties

    requiring the applications of

    basic accounting principles.

    Duties may include:

    Prepares, analyzes and monitors journal entries, reconciliations, and reports for General Ledger.

    Assists more senior staff in preparation of complex reports, financial statements.

    Completes bank reconciliations.

    Corporate AccountingServices

    3314 Accounting Clerk 2 Fully Competent. Performs avariety of bookkeeping and

    basic accounting duties.

    Duties may include: Reconciles accounts and posts to journals.

    May be responsible for specific function such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and

    Cash Sales.

    General ledger, financial statements, computer operations, and various other related accounting

    activities.

    Corporate Risk 3341 Risk Manager Responsible for protecting the

    organization from investment

    risks and managing

    organizational compliance.

    Duties may include:

    Develops strategies and tests the effectiveness of key financial reporting controls.

    Monitors and analyses statistical data to predict trends.

    Advises management on the efficiency of internal controls.

    Provides guidance to management on credit risk management matters. Identifies deteriorating credit risks and strategies

    Develops statistical and financial modeling.

    Leads performance analysis, closing and funding of direct/indirect debt transactions.

    Remains current with regulatory reporting requirements.

    Corporate Legal 4121 Lawyer/In-House

    Counsel 1

    Provides legal advice, support

    and guidance to

    management/clients in

    connection with a wide range of

    corporate commercial

    transactions and business

    initiatives

    Duties may include:

    Communication of legislation changes relevant to cl ients or within the organization.

    Legal cases and projects including: Intellectual capital issues, patent and copyright issues, IPO

    and merger documents, contract templates, shareholder and option agreements, employment law

    or trademark issues.

    Negotiating, drafting and reviewing contracts, leases and other legal and commercial

    documentation and general corporate and commercial transactions.

    The Wynford Group

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    Division Job Family Title Position

    Code

    Position Title Role Statement Position Description

    Corporate Secretarial/

    Administrative

    Services

    3412 Administrative Assistant

    3

    Senior Level. Performs

    moderately difficult to complex

    administrative tasks for a

    manager, department, and/or

    business unit.

    Duties may include:

    Compiling information and preparing moderately complex reports using appropriate software.

    Coordinates meetings and logistical details for the department or business unit.

    Coordinates projects and logistical details to ensure smooth operation of the department or

    business unit. May monitor and assist with forecasting monthly budget.

    Makes recommendations to improve efficiency.

    Corporate Secretarial/

    Administrative

    Services

    3413 Administrative Assistant

    2

    Fully Competent. Position

    performs administrative and

    secretarial duties under

    moderate supervision and

    direction.

    Duties may include:

    Routine administrative support or Executive reception.

    Preparation of reports including the researching, compiling, and summarizing of data.

    Organization and prioritization of assignments and taking initiative to follow through on pending

    items.

    Researching questions and problems regarding departmental policies and procedures.

    Corporate Secretarial/

    Administrative

    Services

    3415 Receptionist Entry Level. Provides reception

    and clerical support.

    Duties may include:

    Directing incoming calls and visitors.

    Processes incoming and outgoing mail, faxes, couriers and correspondence.

    Routine clerical activities or typing.

    Corporate Secretarial/

    Administrative

    Services

    3419 Office Manager Supervisory Level. Responsible

    for organizing and coordinating

    office administrative operationsand procedures. Coordinates

    office staff activities to ensure

    maximum efficiency.

    Duties may include:

    Assigning and monitoring clerical, administrative and secretarial responsibilities and tasks among

    office staff. Provide leadership in coaching, mentoring, personnel selection, performance management and

    professional development of office administrative staff.

    Design and implement administrative policies and procedures.

    Design and implement filing systems and other record keeping systems.

    Support and assist General Accounting and Payroll functions

    Ensure security and confidentiality of data.

    Review and approve office supply acquisitions.

    Handle customer inquiries and complaints.

    Manage internal staff relations.

    Corporate Secretarial/

    Administrative

    Services

    3420 Executive Assistant to

    the President

    Provides confidential

    administrative support to the

    President or Chief Executive

    Officer.

    Duties may include:

    Recording and preparation of minutes, reports, documents, and correspondence and records for

    the Presidents office.

    Administrative support to the Board of Directors.

    Acts in a liaison role between the President and other departments and the public.

    Often acts on Presidents behalf in setting up meeting arrangements, reviewing correspondence

    and drafting letters.

    Resolves significant problems utilizing policy and precedent as a guiding factor while applying

    own judgment.

    Maintains schedules and manages calendar and travel for the President. Read and analyze incoming memos, submissions, and reports in order to determine their

    significance and plan their distribution.

    May provide direction to more junior administrative staff.

    The Wynford Group

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    Division Job Family Title Position

    Code

    Position Title Role Statement Position Description

    Corporate Communications/

    Public Relations

    3510 Communications/Public

    Relations Manager

    Develops internal and external

    communications services that

    promote positive relations with

    employees, clients, the

    community, and the media.

    Duties may include:

    Development, planning, and provision of internal and external communications services based on

    the organization's goals and objectives.

    Advises senior management on public relations issues and is often spokesperson for the

    organization regarding the media and community at large. Development of marketing and communications plans, and/or public relations programs that

    promote the organizations services and products as well as providing a positive corporate image.

    Development of programs to encourage cordial relations with employees, clients, the community,

    and the media.

    Approves press releases and may write speeches or statements for senior management on

    sensitive matters.

    Corporate Communications/

    Public Relations

    3514 Investor Relations

    Manager

    Maintains, develops and

    communicates between theorganization and its

    shareholders, investors and the

    media.

    Duties may include:

    Development and execution of the Investor Relations plan, strategies and tactics to maintainexisting shareholders.

    Advise senior management on investor relations issues.

    Management and preparing of investor communications, presentations or events.

    Maintain existing shareholders and gain prospective investors.

    Handles inquiries from shareholders and investors, as well as others who might be interested in

    organizations stock or financial stability.

    Communicate financial strategy, strategic direction and maintain the image of the organization.

    Corporate Communications/

    Public Relations

    3516 Community Affairs

    Manager (New)

    Responsible for the

    development andimplementation of

    communication/public relations

    strategies and programs to

    establish and maintain

    relationships that promote

    positive relations between

    employer, government,

    communities and public groups

    regarding how the impacts of

    project actions affect workers,

    the environment and the

    communities.

    Duties may include:

    Advises senior management on public relations issues and is often spokesperson for theorganization regarding the community at large.

    Works and negotiates with different levels of government through all phases of a project.

    Develops programs to encourage cordial relations with employees, clients and the community.

    Ensures groups communicate and collaborate to the success of mining projects.

    Organizes pre-consultation groups.

    Negotiates impact benefit agreements.

    Coordinates public relations events.

    Corporate Human

    Resources

    3103 Human Resources

    Executive

    Responsible for organization-

    wide strategic leadership,

    direction, and guidance for all

    Human Resource programs and

    services.

    Duties may include:

    Counsels senior management in all Human Resource matters.

    Leads the development of Human Resource Strategies that align with company values and goals.

    Responsible for functional areas such as such as recruitment, compensation, employee relations,

    training, organization change, succession planning, pensions and payroll.

    Leadership of department staff and budget.

    Corporate Human

    Resources

    3110 Manager Human

    Resources 1

    Responsible for the organization-

    wide or regional leadership of

    one or more Human Resource

    functions or a small human

    resource department. (Staff

    level less than 500)

    Duties may include:

    Design, development, and implementation of Human Resource programs and policies in area of

    responsibility.

    Management of one or more of the following HR Programs: recruitment, employee relations,

    occupational health and safety, benefits, classification and job analysis, contract administration,

    HRIS, and labour relations.

    Delivery of quality Human Resources consulting services to cl ient groups and acts as a resource

    to management.

    Management and supervision of staff and budget.

    The Wynford Group

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    Division Job Family Title Position

    Code

    Position Title Role Statement Position Description

    Corporate Human

    Resources

    3140 Manager Labour

    Relations

    Responsible for implementation

    of labour relation programs.

    Duties may include:

    Overlooks collective bargaining process and offer advice during negotiation of the collective

    agreements

    Interpret contracts pertaining to grievances, income and salaries, employee wellbeing, health

    care, pensions, upper management practices as well as union practice, and other contractualprovisions.

    Supervise implementations of policies concerning wages, hours, and working conditions to ensure

    compliance with terms of labour contract.

    Corporate Human

    Resources

    3120 HR Advisor Senior Level. Responsible for

    delivery of HR programs and

    services to one or more client

    groups.

    Duties may include:

    Communicates policies and advises managers on the application of HR policies and programs.

    Coaching managers and employees on a variety of HR issues.

    Provides input on policy and processes redesign.

    Interprets Human Resources policies, procedures and collective agreements.

    May both design and deliver HR policies and programs in a smaller organization.

    Corporate Human

    Resources

    3118 Payroll Coordinator Fully Competent. Responsible

    for the administration of all

    payroll plans.

    Duties may include:

    Oversees payroll and payroll records function.

    Reviews and audits payroll transactions for accuracy and completeness.

    Administration and processing of the organizations payroll activities.

    May supervise human resources clerks, who process/input data for new hires, terminations, status

    changes, etc.

    Corporate Human

    Resources

    3113 Human Resources

    Administrator

    Fully Competent. Responsible

    for the daily administration of

    Human Resource programs andservices.

    Duties may include:

    Assistance in interpretation of Human Resources policies and procedures, and administrative

    processes. Provides administration for Human Resource programs, including compiling complex statistical

    reports and processing changes to Human Resource Information Systems and files.

    May include the administration of the organizations benefits programs and or payroll records.

    Exploration Executive 5039 Top Position Exploration Responsible for corporate and

    strategic decision; accountable

    for all aspects of the Exploration

    & Development functions.

    Duties may include:

    Developing strategic plans (short and long-range plan) for exploration to identify and acquire

    areas that may have significant potential.

    Accountability for achieving for corporate goals of oil & gas or mineral discovery to ensure

    continued growth of Companys asset value. Developing and managing annual exploration budgets to accomplish corporate & department

    goals.

    Establishing and maintaining appropriate staffing, business process, procedures and systems to

    effectively and efficiently accomplish corporate goals.

    Exploration Geoscientists

    (New)

    2930 Geoscientist (Level E)

    (New)

    Specialist Level. Designs and

    develops new or innovative

    geological approaches and

    techniques in the design and

    development of complex

    projects.

    Duties may include:

    Responsible for the technical integrity of major, technically complex projects, often responsible for

    the management of resources for these projects.

    Analyzes, evaluates, and plans methods of approach and organizes means to achieve solution of

    complex technical problems.

    Conducts investigations and tests of considerable complexity, projects progress and evaluateresults.

    Makes arrangements to enter areas of exploration, and monitoring the activities of seismic and

    other crews during field operations.

    Applies extensive experience in 2D/3D seismic processing, seismic acquisition, AVO

    interpretation and seismic attributes.

    May provide technical leadership or supervision for staff.

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    Division Job Family Title Position

    Code

    Position Title Role Statement Position Description

    Exploration Geoscientists

    (New)

    2940 Geoscientist (Level D)

    (New)

    Senior Level. Plans and directs

    projects or phases of projects

    within an assigned geological

    functional area and provides

    technical direction to andcoordinates the efforts of staff.

    Duties may include:

    Develops and applies advanced scientific and/or geological theories, methods, and research

    techniques in the investigation and solution of complex technical problems.

    Analyzes, evaluates, and plans method of approach and organizes means to achieve the solution

    of problems. Develops project plans, schedules and estimates of moderate complexity, employing project

    management capabilities.

    Recommends necessary corrections in technical analyses to ensure successful project

    completion.

    Works independently in performing in-depth analysis, interpretation and recommendation of

    technical solutions.

    Provides geological/geophysical expertise to assess exploitation opportunities, plan locations and

    trajectories.

    May provide technical leadership to more junior staff.

    Exploration Geoscientists

    (New)

    2950 Geoscientist (Level C)

    (New)

    Full Competent Level, Full

    technical responsibility for

    planning, organizing, and

    conducting technical reports

    requiring familiarity with a broad

    range of geological methods

    and techniques.

    Duties may include:

    Conducts independent investigation involving the original application of the principles of geology

    and/or geophysics, in the origination or modification of material, component, or process

    specifications and requirements.

    Undertakes difficult design and modification problems.

    Works independently in performing in analysis and the interpretation of results.

    May monitor subsurface fluid distribution from the surface using seismic, microseismic, electrical

    and other techniques.

    May provide work mentorship to more junior technical staff within the scope of a specific project.

    Exploration Geoscientists

    (New)

    2960 Geoscientist (Level B)

    (New)

    Intermediate Level. Responsible

    for a wide array of tasks aimed

    at delivering high quality,

    innovative products and

    services to clients.

    Duties may include:

    Conducts resource modeling and estimations for projects.

    Performs independent studies, analyses, interpretations and conclusions within the scope of

    various assigned projects.

    Responsible for routine technical decisions within established guidelines.

    Analysis of data from gravity, magnetic, satellite or LiDAR surveys.

    Assesses the processed geophysical data and determining the type, shape and location of rock

    structures underground.

    Exploration Geoscientists

    (New)

    2970 Geoscientist (Level A)

    (New)

    Developmental Level. Under

    general supervision, providestechnical expertise, guidance

    and leadership in geological

    exploration and resource

    modeling.

    Duties may include:

    Responsible for routine technical decisions within clearly defined procedures or precedents. Prepares reports, charts, maps, figures, graphs, and other documents and makes

    recommendations to senior staff.

    Collects information in the field, from seismic and other data utilizing a variety of methods

    including electromagnetics, resistivi ty tomography, ground penetrating radar, borehole methods,

    magnetics, and seismic.

    Analysis and interpretation of geological data/information for a wide variety of geological and

    geographical settings.

    Completes logging of drilling samples, complete resources models and conduct geological

    mapping.

    Exploration Geomatics 2515 GIS Specialist Responsible for supporting the

    development of systems

    technologies, GIS applications

    GIS programming, mapping and

    databases.

    Duties may include:

    Creating and maintaining corporate GIS systems, geospatial and attribute databases, and the

    application infrastructure to support user-developed GIS applications.

    Assists with infrastructure support to GIS systems to support corporate planning and decision-

    making.

    Assists external clients with technical support related issues.

    Providing support in the design and development of specifications and geo-spatial analysis

    applications

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    Division Job Family Title Position

    Code

    Position Title Role Statement Position Description

    Exploration Surveyors 2630 Land Surveyor 2 Working Level. Responsible for

    supervision, direction and

    control of land surveying

    services related to a variety of

    projects.

    Duties may include:

    Managing smaller survey projects including management of technical resources and people,

    under supervision.

    Gathers accurate land survey data to fulfill contract specifications.

    Completes proposals, job costing, evaluation, and invoicing. Provides technical leadership in evidence evaluation, survey methodology, error identification,

    evaluation and removal to survey operations staff.

    Exploration Surveyors 2645 Survey Party Chief

    (Senior Level)

    Responsible for crew

    performing oilfield and legal

    surveying in the completion of

    large complex projects, through

    the application of technical

    knowledge and the optimal

    utilization of staff and

    equipment.

    Duties may include:

    Coordinates crew, coaches and mentors junior surveyors , provides directions on the safe

    operation of all types of survey equipment including Total stations, Data collectors, Static GPS,

    Differential GPS, RTK GPS, Precision Measuring Devices, records time sheets and equipment

    usage reports, ensure compliance with WCB regulations, company safety policies and

    communicate safety issues, ensure equipment and tools are well maintained and free of defects.

    Exploration Mining

    Operations (New)

    4716 Prospector (New) Commonly contract work ; claim-

    staking for mining and

    exploration companies.

    Explores likely regions to

    discover valuable mineral

    deposits using topographical

    maps, surveys, reports and

    knowledge of geology and

    mineralogy. Examines

    outcrops, placer, and stream

    channels for mineral content.

    Duties may include:

    Researches promising grounds through computer databases and the Internet, and carry global

    positioning systems to pinpoint mineralization.

    Explores likely regions for discovery using topographical maps, surveys, reports and knowledge of

    geology and mineralogy.

    Identifies common minerals and different types of alteration.

    Collects data on rock formations using geophysical instruments and devices.

    Drills, dynamites, or digs trenches or pits along rock formations or creek beds to obtain rock

    samples.

    Breaks off samples and tests them for presence of minerals with heat, acid, magnifying glass, or

    by pulverizing and washing or panning.

    Examines and maps rock types and collects rock and soil samples for mineral or chemical

    analysis.

    Determines the feasibility of staking and developing a claim.

    Stakes claims in accordance with federal or provincial/territorial legal requirements.

    Operations Executive 5030 VP Operations Responsible for overall

    accountability for one or moremajor operational areas or

    facilities.

    Duties may include:

    Plans, develops and implements operational strategies in the context of overall organizationalstrategy.

    Responsible for the financial performance of the operations areas or facili ties.

    Develops policies for l ine operational area; plans, directs and assists departmental staff in

    achieving operational results.

    Has overall accountability for operations and client satisfaction, as well as project performance,

    execution and profitability.

    Recommends, monitors and reports on results against budgetary and performance measures.

    Advises on the introduction of new processes, equipment, and products to improve operational

    effectiveness.

    Establishes workplace climate and ensures unit is resourced to achieve objectives.

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    Division Job Family Title Position

    Code

    Position Title Role Statement Position Description

    Operations Mining

    Operations (New)

    4710 Mine Manager (New) Plans, administers and reviews

    the production activities of the

    mining operation to optimize

    resource use, minimize costs

    and maintain quality standards.The Mine Manager will inspire

    the mining team to create a

    safe, motivated and productive

    environment which leads to

    innovative continuous

    improvement.

    Duties may include:

    Directs the formulation of mining production strategies, policies and plans.

    Plans production schedules, labour and material input requirements to meet output quantity,

    quality and timing specifications.

    Directs the development of sound strategic plans and l ife of mine schedules. Coordinates the implementation of occupational health and safety requirements.

    Conducts research and applies new and improved methods and products to mine production.

    Oversees the acquisition and installation of new machinery.

    Oversees updates of mineral resource and ore reserve estimates, as well as grade control.

    Monitors production costs and adjusts processes and resources to minimize costs.

    Controls the preparation of production records and reports.

    Operations Sr Management 3702 General Manager Responsible for managing alloperational execution and

    overall administration of all

    office, warehousing,

    administrative and financial

    services (within a specific

    location or region) to targeted

    performance standards.

    Duties may include: Development of customer service process improvements.

    Issue resolution identified from logistics forecasting, modeling, and inventory projections.

    Directs purchasing, inventory and quality control processes.

    Oversees import and export processes.

    Managing to labour standards, handling industrial relations and administration standards.

    Determines Identifies outsourcing opportunities and vendor selection criteria.

    Management and supervision of staff and budget (with P&L responsibility).

    Operations Production 3770 Operations Manager Responsible for ensuring the

    efficient day-to-day operations

    of a facility or site.

    Duties may include:

    Plan, organize, direct and control daily operations.

    Manages personnel, work allocation, training, problem resolution and employee performance toachieve peak productivity.

    Establishes and implement production schedules, inventory stock levels.

    Oversees maintenance of inventory, production and plant equipment and quality control for site.

    Acts as a liaison with other departments to ensure operations are running accordingly and

    efficiently.

    Operations Production 3772 Production Plant

    Manager (Level 3)

    Responsible for day-to-day plant

    operations.

    Duties may include:

    Develops plants operational plans. Prepares, monitors and administers the annual plant

    operating and capital equipment budget.

    Manages, develops and implements policies affecting plant operations. Introduces/manages systems to track and improve operational effectiveness.

    Introduces/manages initiatives to improve safety, health and employee relations in the work

    environment.

    Manages and develops plant leadership.

    Builds effective working relationships with other areas of the business.

    Operations Production 3773 Production

    Superintendent (Level 2)

    Responsible for several

    production areas. May be Plant

    Manager of a small plant.

    Duties may include:

    Works through Plant Supervisors to ensure co-ordination and achievement of area objectives

    (quality, cost, timelines, safety, etc.).

    Monitors trends and supervises initiatives affecting use of new equipment, processes, and

    operations. Reviews progress against area objectives and implements operational changes as requires.

    Develops, manages operational budget.

    Reports to Plant Manager in a large plant or VP Operations in a smaller plant.

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    Position Title Role Statement Position Description

    Operations Production 3774 Production Supervisor

    (Level 1)

    Responsible for the processes

    and output of one or more

    production areas in a plant.

    Duties may include:

    Works through several shift supervisors to ensure production achieves production goals (relative

    to quality, volumes cost, timeliness etc.).

    Ensures areas have required resources (manpower, materials, equipment, workable production

    plans). Ensures effective equipment maintenance, safety, housekeeping standards are maintained.

    Builds and maintains a healthy and safe work environment.

    Reports to the Plant Superintendent in a large plant or the Plant Manager in a small plant.

    Operations Operations

    Admin

    3784 Production Maintenance

    Planner

    Working Level. Develops daily,

    weekly and other periodic work

    schedules to perform

    maintenance on all equipment.

    Duties may include:

    Coordinating labour resources, equipment, parts and materials to support the maintenance

    function in the areas of breakdown, preventative, predictive and condition-based maintenance.

    Coordinating and scheduling routines for condition monitoring.

    Maintaining equipment history.

    Ensuring cost control of maintenance activities.

    Operations Facilit ies

    Maintenance

    3805 Director Facilities Responsible for the planning,

    managing of major complex

    company facilities or several

    facilities in different locations.

    Duties may include:

    Develops plans for the effective utilization of company assets.

    Negotiates with realtors, leasing agencies for renewal of rental agreements, purchase/sale of

    space.

    Ensures facilities are utilized in a cost effective manner.

    Manages maintenance and operation of facilities.

    Establishes overall facility safety standards, policies and procedures.

    Works with suppliers and contractors to manage new construction, and renovation of existing

    facilities. Manages third party contracts regarding facilities operation.

    Manages staff assigned to maintenance and operations.

    Operations Facilit ies

    Maintenance

    3815 Facilities Coordinator Coordinates the operations of

    company facilities, equipment

    and properties.

    Duties may include:

    Supports the overall corporate facilities plan including builds and renovations, subleases, and

    furniture and equipment requirements.

    Maintains regulatory documentation, safety records, leasing, legal and related facility files.

    Assists with project management and contractor schedules.

    Provides guidance to operations and maintenance staff and contractors.

    Updates defined procedures and standards for facil ity-wide distribution and provides clericalsupport.

    Operations Management/

    Project

    Management

    10900 Project Manager Responsible for developing

    plans to achieve project

    milestones and minimize costs

    for mid-sized projects (up to $50

    million).

    Duties may include:

    Establishes construction or operations infrastructure and monitors critical path schedules.

    Provides design office construction input to project execution plans.

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    Position Title Role Statement Position Description

    Operations Foremen 20920 General Foreman Responsible for scheduling,

    workface planning, coordinating,

    supervising, assisting in cost

    control and ensuring the safety,

    consistent and fair application ofall Labour Relations policies

    and procedures, proper

    apprentice training and

    productivity of crews at the

    workface who install/assemble

    components of industrial

    products and structures.

    Duties may include: Second level supervisor, providing supervision to other trades foremen.

    Overseeing the execution of the work, including quality and production, by ensuring that the crews

    work to job specifications and follow drawings, project policies and procedures.

    Operations Foremen 20940 Trades Foreman 2 Provides leadership, schedules,

    coordinates, supervises and

    ensures the safety and

    productivity of larger crew at

    the workface who

    install/assemble components of

    industrial products and

    structures.

    Duties may include: Acts as management liaison.

    Participates in safety/incident investigations and reviews. Identifies needs and deficiencies in the

    plan/schedule and communicating these to the appropriate persons.

    Applies project procedures, worksite

    policies and collective agreement requirements. Also completes quality reports and required

    statistics.

    Operations Foremen 20950 Trades Foreman 1 Provides leadership, schedules,

    coordinates, supervises and

    ensures the safety and

    productivity of a small crew at

    the workface who

    install/assemble components of

    industrial products and

    structures.

    Duties may include: Acts as management liaison and client interface.

    Participates in safety/incident investigations and reviews. Identifies needs and deficiencies in the

    plan/schedule and communicating these to the appropriate persons. Applies project procedures, worksite

    policies and collective agreement requirements. Also completes quality reports and required

    statistics.

    Operations Field Office/Administration

    40550 Site Administrator Responsible for the productionof documents, reports and

    presentation materials including

    data collection, analysis, data

    entry and reporting.

    Duties may include: Organize and arrange logistics and produce supporting materials for internal and external

    meetings.

    Complete administrative functions including filing, collation of expense accounts.

    Collection and routing of timecards to proper clients and collection of safety instruction cards.

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    Position Title Role Statement Position Description

    Operations Mining

    Operations (New)

    4711 Mine Maintenance

    Manager (New)

    Direct, coordinate and integrate

    all technical aspects of

    operational and shutdown

    maintenance projects in

    accordance to minerequirements.

    Duties may include:

    Coordinates the work of the Maintenance Group with the Operations to ensure the efficient

    performance of activities.

    Develops long range detailed plans, schedules and procedures for the systematic maintenance of

    all equipment. Responsible for budgeting all maintenance costs and prepares capital and operating budgets.

    Reviews progress of work and compares the actual results with the planned results; initiates

    corrective action as required.

    Establishes shop layout to ensure that the most effective arrangement of maintenance facilities

    and equipment is obtained.

    Trains employees and installs work procedures to improve the efficiency of maintenance

    operations.

    Studies and develops methods of maintenance and revises periodically the program for

    systematic maintenance to improve the quality of the maintenance and reduce the cost.

    Plans and schedules maintenance work to minimize loss of production. Reduces overall cost of maintenance and improves the quality of service.

    Operations Equipment and

    Maintenance

    4471 Director Maintenance

    (New)

    Senior Management Level.

    Provides strong visible

    leadership within the

    maintenance group in the areas

    of safety, sustainable

    development, cost control and

    organizational effectiveness by

    managing the process and

    securing the resources to

    effectively manage

    maintenance.

    Duties may include:

    Develops and implements maintenance strategies, processes and programs in preventative and

    predictive maintenance which maximize the efficiency of equipment and minimize lifecycle costs

    and reduce unscheduled downtime.

    Oversees the overall maintenance budget, monitoring the cost and effectiveness of activities to

    optimize resources and prioritize spending by ensuring measurable yearly maintenance operating

    and capital targets are prepared and implemented to maximize both the short-term and the long-

    term value of the maintenance program.

    Builds and controls master data related to the computerized maintenance management system.

    Identifies, establishes, and maintains a critical parts inventory.

    Negotiates large or strategically important supplier and vendor contracts to secure terms that are

    in the organization's best interest.

    Investigates root causes of equipment failures and implements measures to remedy the failures.

    Operations Equipment and

    Maintenance

    4481 Maintenance Supervisor

    (New)

    Responsible for the safe and

    efficient operation andelectromechanical repairs of all

    plant equipment.

    Duties may include:

    Schedules, supervises and coordinates preventative/predictable maintenance and repair of allproduction equipment within the plant.

    Work planning and coordination with all outside contractors, millwrights and electricians.

    Coordinates with all outside contractors and ensures that work is completed in a safe manner that

    complies with all necessary health and safety legislation and regulations.

    Communicates all maintenance activity to Supervisors and Operators.

    Improves and maintains existing Preventative Maintenance systems in place.

    Assists management with establishing and implementing budgets.

    Operations Trades 4521 Heavy Duty Mechanic

    Journeyman

    Responsible for the repair,

    overhaul and maintenance of

    mobile heavy equipment.

    Duties may include:

    Inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions.

    Clean, lubricate and maintain equipment. Test equipment for proper performance.

    Adjust and/or replace defective equipment or parts.

    Operations Equipment and

    Maintenance

    4482 Heavy Equipment

    Maintenance Planner

    Working level. Responsible for

    the assessment of maintenance

    needs and requirements, and

    developing schedules to ensure

    safety and work ready

    equipment. This role acts as a

    liaison with planners,

    supervisors and maintainers.

    Duties may include:

    Planning and scheduling repair of equipment.

    Maintain and support equipment records and repair history.

    Provide data for cause and failure analysis.

    Participate in planning and scheduling processes within work systems.

    May provide training or mentorship to junior staff as required.

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    Code

    Position Title Role Statement Position Description

    Operations Mining

    Operations (New)

    4712 Minerals Processing

    Operator 3 (New)

    Fully Competent. Involved in all

    aspects of mineral processing,

    including sampling and

    laboratory work. The minerals

    in their final form are producedby smelting.

    Duties may include:

    Assembles and dismantles equipment and fittings in ore-processing plants.

    Operates ore-crushing and screening plants using manual and computer-based systems,

    conveyers, feeders, weight-meters, roll mills, pumps, jigs, spirals and flotation cells.

    Loads, unloads and stores materials such as treatment chemicals and tools. Mixes ore-treating chemicals, catalysts and reagents.

    Clears blockages in materials-handling and transporting equipment.

    Cleans, washes and maintains equipment, and removes spillages and rubbish.

    Maintains auxiliary systems, such as drainage, fluids-pouring and conveyor-belt systems.

    Takes samples of materials for testing.

    Uses thickeners in the drying processes, pump tailings and manage tailings dams and associated

    raw-water systems.

    Operations Mining

    Operations (New)

    4713 Minerals Processing

    Operator 2 (New)

    Fully Competent. Responsible

    for component(s) of mineral

    processing which could involve

    sampling and laboratory work.

    Duties may include:

    Operates ore-crushing and screening plants using manual and computer-based systems,

    conveyers, feeders, weight-meters, roll mills, pumps, jigs, spirals and flotation cells.

    Mixes ore-treating chemicals, catalysts and reagents.

    Clears blockages in materials-handling and transporting equipment.

    Maintains auxiliary systems, such as drainage, fluids-pouring and conveyor-belt systems.

    Takes samples of materials for testing.

    Uses thickeners in the drying processes, pump tailings and manage tailings dams and associated

    raw-water systems.

    Operations MiningOperations (New)

    4714 Minerals ProcessingOperator 1 (New)

    Entry Level. Assist with mineralprocessing, including sampling

    and laboratory work.

    Duties may include: Works with more senior Operators to optimize production.

    Assists other Operators as required.

    Loads, unloads and stores materials such as treatment chemicals and tools.

    Cleans, washes and maintains equipment, and removes spillages and rubbish.

    Maintains housekeeping duties to ensure clean and safe work environment.

    Operations Mining

    Operations (New)

    4715 Diamond Driller (New) Moves, sets up, operates, and

    maintains diamond drilling rigs

    and related equipment that drills

    holes to obtain mineral (core)

    samples of the minerals fromthe surface or underground.

    Duties may include:

    Operates a variety of drills such as rotary, churn, and pneumatic to tap sub-surface water and salt

    deposits, to remove core samples during mineral exploration or soil testing, and to facilitate the use

    of explosives in mining or construction.

    Operates secondary equipment, including pumps and equipment used to prevent and correctproblems.

    Selects and attaches drill bits and drill rods, adding more rods as hole depths increase, and

    changing drill bits as needed.

    Operates controls to stabilize machines and to position and align drills.

    Regulates air pressure, rotary speed, and downward pressure, according to the type of rock or

    concrete being drilled.

    Operates machines to flush earth cuttings or to blow dust from holes.

    Conducts tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or

    performance.

    Performs routine maintenance and upgrade work on machines and equipment, and determining

    when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

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    Code

    Position Title Role Statement Position Description

    Operations Mining

    Operations (New)

    4717 Underground Miner

    (New)

    Initiates the process of

    extracting rock and ore from the

    earth, with the use of

    sophisticated machines and

    equipment in order to ensurethe ground is secure to drill the

    rock which contains the

    minerals and metals sought in

    preparation for blasting.

    Duties may include:

    Cuts channel under working face to facili tate blasting, using pick, or by operating cutting machine.

    Uses drill blast methods to advance mine openings and remove waste rock during mine

    development.

    Charges and shoots (sets off) explosives or air charges to blast down materials. Uses trucks, conveyor belts, hoists and other equipment to move ore and waster rock (muck) to

    the surface.

    Installs timbering, roof bolts, or cribs, to support walls and roof.

    Lays track to accommodate mine cars or track-mounted equipment.

    Develops mines by installing ground support, mine services (air and water), ventilation and

    equipment such as conveyor belts.

    Underground miners may operate a variety of mining equipment.

    Operations Mining

    Operations (New)

    4718 Diamond Dril ler Helper

    (New)

    Assists driller in setup,

    operating, and maintaining

    diamond drilling rigs and related

    equipment that drill holes to

    obtain mineral (core) samples of

    the minerals from the surface or

    underground.

    Duties may include:

    Assists in drilling and blasting rock and the operation of a variety of drills such as rotary, churn,

    and pneumatic to tap sub-surface water and salt deposits, to remove core samples during mineral

    exploration or soil testing, and to facilitate the use of explosives in mining or construction.

    Positions and replaces various equipment to assist in the drilling operations such as pulling

    electric cables and water houses clear of machinery.

    Operates controls to stabilize machines and to position and align drills.

    Collects ore samples for laboratory analysis.

    Assists in operating machines to flush earth cuttings or to blow dust from holes.

    Performs routine maintenance and upgrade work on machines and equipment.

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Executive 5023 Top Position

    Engineering

    Responsible for current and

    long-term process and project

    engineering activities

    throughout the organization.

    Establishes the overall

    objectives and initiatives of the

    engineering department.

    Typically reports to the

    President/CEO and is

    responsible for

    Duties may include:

    Plans and implement engineering strategies and activities.

    Manages and conducts engineering development and technical application programs to improve

    products and processes.

    Determines and establishes goals, scope, approaches, and budgets to accomplish overall

    objectives and goals.

    Provides on-going guidance, coaching, and feedback to direct reports.

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Manufacturing

    Engineering

    4623 Manufacturing/Process

    Engineering Manager

    (Revised Title) (Revised)

    Responsible for the planning,

    development, implementation,

    and maintenance of

    manufacturing methods,

    processes, and operations for

    new and existing products,

    machines and tools.

    Duties may include:

    Ensures the effective use of materials, equipment and personnel in producing quality products at

    minimum costs.

    Acts as a liaison with engineering in releasing new products.

    Develops systems to maintain reports and record keeping of company products.

    Selects, develops, and evaluated personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

    Manages the activities of a section or department with responsibility for results, including costs,

    methods and staffing.

    Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a

    variety of factors including an understanding of current business trends.

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Manufacturing

    Engineering

    4625 Manufacturing/Process

    Engineer Specialist

    (Level E) (Revised Title)

    (Revised)

    Specialist Level. Responsible

    for the development, direction

    and implementation of

    operations and processes in the

    production/manufacturing of

    materials.

    Duties may include:

    Optimizes and leads the productivity and design in the manufacturing of materials.

    Meets quality and safety standards.

    May direct more junior technical staff.

    Drives continuous improvement processing strategies to keep up with industry standards.

    Monitors current and new equipment, tool and process reliability.

    Works with production team to reduce costs.

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    Engineering/

    Technology

    Manufacturing

    Engineering

    4626 Manufacturing/Process

    Engineer (Level D)

    (Revised Title) (Revised)

    Senior Level. Responsible for

    the development, and

    implementation of operations

    and processes in the

    production/manufacturing ofmaterials.

    Duties may include:

    Develops process productivity improvement and design in the manufacturing of materials.

    Meets quality and safety standards.

    Reports to the manufacturing engineering manager and may advise on technical problems.

    Drives continuous improvement in processing strategies to keep up with industry standards. Monitors current and new equipment, tool and process reliability.

    Works with production team to reduce costs.

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Manufacturing

    Engineering

    4627 Manufacturing/Process

    Engineer (Level C)

    (Revised Title) (Revised)

    Fully Competent Level.

    Responsible for the

    implementation of operations

    and processes in the

    production/manufacturing of

    materials.

    Duties may include:

    Implements process productivity improvement and design in the manufacturing of materials.

    Meets quality and safety standards.

    Works is generally not supervised and may direct lower level engineers.

    Develops continuous improvement in processing strategies to keep up with industry standards.

    Monitor current and new equipment, tool and process reliability. Works with production team to reduce costs.

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Manufacturing

    Engineering

    4628 Manufacturing/Process

    Engineer (Level B)

    (Revised Title) (Revised)

    Intermediate Level. Assists in

    the development and

    implementation of operations

    and processes in the

    production/manufacturing of

    materials.

    Duties may include:

    Assists in the design of the manufacturing/processing of materials.

    Meets quality and safety standards.

    Assists with continuous improvement in processing strategies to keep up with industry standards.

    Monitors current and new equipment, tool and process reliability.

    Obtains, correlates, and analyzes technical information needed to accomplish assigned tasks.

    Works with production team to reduce costs.

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Manufacturing

    Engineering

    4629 Manufacturing/Process

    Engineer (Level A)

    (Revised Title) (Revised)

    Developmental Level. Engineer

    in Training performing a variety

    of tasks involving the

    application of basic

    engineering/scientific principles

    to assigned problems.

    Duties may include:

    Responsible for routine technical decisions within clearly defined procedures or precedents.

    Obtains, correlates, and analyzes technical information needed to accomplish assigned tasks.

    Prepares reports, charts, graphs, and other documents and makes recommendations to senior

    staff.

    Prepares simple plans, designs, calculations, costs and bills of material, in accordance with

    established codes, standards, drawings or other specifications and under supervision.

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Mining

    Operations (New)

    4720 Mining Engineer F+

    (New)

    Senior Management Level or

    Industry Expert. Responsible

    for long range mine planning,

    coordination, making specific

    and far-reaching management

    decisions, or may be

    acknowledged miningengineering expert within

    industry.

    Duties may include:

    Drives activities through strategic planning by development of operating philosophy, mine

    operations plans, and/or on site operating procedures.

    Develops, communicates and leads major strategic initiatives and operational strategies to drive

    operational performance, including adherence to systems, standards and procedures.

    Plans and implements engineering strategies and activities.

    Determines and establishes goals, scope, approaches, and budgets to accomplish overallobjectives and goals.

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    Technology

    Mining

    Operations (New)

    4721 Mining Engineer F (New) Management Level or Expert.

    Plans, organizes, directs and

    controls the work activities and

    staff of a mining engineering or

    technical mining function or maybe acknowledged as company

    mining expert with particular

    emphasis on mining

    engineering.

    Duties may include:

    Responsible for the organization of the Engineering function and/or operations.

    Maintains a high standard of operational, safety and environmental practices as well as the

    preparation of capital and operational budgets, short and long term planning and cost studies.

    Evaluates technical progress of projects to ensure sound application of scientific and engineeringprinciples and adequate exploratory research to support the highest possible performance of the

    end product.

    Develops a complete data base and protocol for resources delineation.

    Coordinates with outside consultants to develop a reserves and resources assessment.

    Develop and maintain an ongoing dialogue with the mine operations to help in monitoring the

    performance of the Mine operation.

    Works with internal teams to accurately determine the reserves and resources of the mine(s).

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Mining

    Operations (New)

    4722 Mining Engineer E (New) Specialist Level. Designs and

    develops new or innovative

    mining approaches and

    techniques with particular

    emphasis on mining

    engineering in the design and

    development of complex

    projects.

    Duties may include:

    Responsible for the development plans for high quality, low cost and efficient mine plans and

    underground or open pit mine designs conducting design viabili ty studies (underground and open

    pit mines).

    Implements methodologies in conceptual, pre-feasibility, feasibility and existing operation projects

    providing necessary technical engineering information (plans, drawings, data sheets, etc.) to

    ensure proper project execution and monitoring the construction work.

    Conducts investigations and tests of considerable complexity, projects progress and evaluates

    results.

    Lays out and directs mine construction operations, such as location and development of shafts,

    tunnels, chambers, position of excavation benches (levels), and access roads. Designs, implements, and monitors facil ity projects, such as water and power supply, ventilation

    system, rock-dust and radon gas control, drainage, rail and conveyor systems, and material

    cleaning, grading, and reduction systems.

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Mining

    Operations (New)

    4723 Mining Engineer D

    (New)

    Senior Level. Plans and directs

    projects or phases of mining

    projects within an assigned

    mining engineering functional

    area and provides technical

    mining direction to andcoordinates the efforts of mining

    engineering staff.

    Duties may include:

    Support start-up planning, field punch outs, systems turnover sequence planning, etc., and

    specifies materials, equipment and supplies required for completion and implementation of

    technical projects.

    Analyzes, evaluates, and plans method of approach and organizes means to achieve the solution

    of problems in the mining operations environment and recommends necessary corrections intechnical analyses and design to ensure successful project completion or ongoing mining

    operations.

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Mining

    Operations (New)

    4724 Mining Engineer C

    (New)

    Fully Competent Level. Full

    technical responsibility for

    planning, organizing, and

    conducting technical mining

    plans, specifications and reports

    requiring familiarity with a broad

    range of engineering methods

    and techniques with particularemphasis on mining

    engineering.

    Duties may include:

    Conducts studies of ore, mineral or coal deposits in order to assess the feasibility of mining

    operations.

    Conducts independent investigation involving the original application of the principles of

    engineering in the development of surface of subsurface mines.

    Prepares design specifications, analyses, and recommendations for presentation and approval on

    aspects of underground or surface mine design or construction, mine exploration, extraction and

    processing.

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Mining

    Operations (New)

    4725 Mining Engineer B (New) Intermediate Level. Design and

    development or design

    modification, using a variety of

    standard engineering methods

    and techniques with particular

    emphasis on mining

    engineering.

    Duties may include:

    Works in the design and testing of a component of a larger design project preparing mining plans,

    designs, calculations, design specifications, costs and bills of material, catalogues, in accordance

    with established codes, standards, drawings or other mining specifications.

    Wide range of mine planning and development activities, economic evaluation, productivity

    analysis, mine design, mine planning.

    Responsible for routine technical mining decisions within established guidelines.

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    Code

    Position Title Role Statement Position Description

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Mining

    Operations (New)

    4726 Mining Engineer A (New) Developmental Level. Mining

    Engineer in Training performing

    a variety of tasks involving the

    application of basic mining

    engineering/scientific principlesto assigned problems.

    Duties may include:

    Prepares simple basic mining plans, designs, calculations, design specifications, costs and bills of

    material, catalogues, in accordance with established codes, standards, drawings or other mining

    specifications.

    Prepares reports, charts, graphs, and other documents and makes recommendations to seniorstaff. Interface with tailings planning engineers, geotechnical engineers, and geologists.

    Help to develop mine plans and schedules/forecasts, integrate work with other mining group

    functions.

    Assist in development of specifications, evaluation, and selection of mining equipment.

    Responsible for routine technical mining decisions within clearly defined procedures or

    precedents.

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Technologists 4436 Technologist 3 Senior Level. Performs a

    variety of complex technical

    functions in the design,

    development, testing or

    maintenance of engineering or

    scientific equipment, products

    and assemblies.

    Duties may include:

    Performs operational tests and fault isolation on systems and equipment to ensure conformance

    with design specifications.

    Provides design details where necessary.

    Recommends modifications to designs to support development or troubleshooting activities.

    Utilizes a wide variety of developmental tests or diagnostic equipment to monitor, test and

    troubleshoot complex or complete systems and identify and perform repairs or revisions.

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Technologists 4437 Technologist 2 Intermediate Level. Performs

    moderately complex activities

    related to development, testing

    or maintenance of engineering

    or scientific equipment,

    products and assemblies.

    Duties may include:

    Assists in general research work.

    Conducts tests and detailed experimentation to collect development data or resolve cl ient

    problems or make repairs.

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Science 4652 Lab Manager Responsible for the

    management of the lab and its

    people; ensuring budget, and

    efficient operations and

    resources.

    Duties may include:

    Managing the lab, including, hiring, monthly scheduling, performance management, employee

    dismissal, coaching, and feedback.

    Responsible for budgeting and purchasing.

    Reporting sample reports, worth contribution, and tracking of sample numbers.

    Project coordination interaction with field, plant manufacturing, and technical services.

    Contract administration with labs testing.

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Science 4655 Lab Technologist 2 This role is responsible for

    conducting complex laboratory

    testing, analysis and reporting.

    Duties may include:

    Conducts routine analysis (3 routine groups total water, solids and waxes, and residuals

    corrosion) for field sales force; including testing, analytical assessments, and generating data and

    reports.

    Performs role as Safety Coordinator, including scheduling monthly meetings, agendas, minutes,

    action items, etc.

    Conduct regular and on-going housekeeping, including cleaning, maintenance, calibrations, etc.

    Engineering/Technology

    Science 4656 Lab Technologist 1 This role is responsible forconducting routine laboratory

    testing, analysis and reporting.

    Duties may include: Conducts routine analysis (3 routine groups total water, solids and waxes, and residuals

    corrosion) for field sales force; including testing, analytical assessments, and generating data and

    reports.

    Performs role as Safety Coordinator, including scheduling monthly meetings, agendas, minutes,

    action items, etc.

    Conduct regular and on-going housekeeping, including cleaning, maintenance, calibrations, etc.

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    Division Job Family Title Position

    Code

    Position Title Role Statement Position Description

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Executive 5035 Environment Services

    Executive

    Responsible for the

    organizations Environment

    Services programs and

    compliance.

    Duties may include:

    Management of investigation and remediation, providing strategic advice and risk analysis

    Responsible for developing environmental impact assessments, and developing and auditing

    Environmental Management Systems.

    Works with operations management to design, develop and modify the products and facilities ofthe organization to reduce or eliminate effects on the environment.

    Monitors environmental control activities on all construction or production sites.

    Interfaces with government, industry, and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with standards

    and regulations.

    Management and supervision of department staff and budget.

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Environmental

    Scientists (New)

    4672 Environmental Scientist

    5 (New)

    Management or Expert level.

    Plans, organizes, directs and

    controls the work activities and

    staff of Environmental unit or

    provides high-level technicalexpertise for the design and

    development site remediation

    techniques and is an

    acknowledged technical expert

    within the company and or

    industry.

    Duties may include:

    Manages clients, projects, programs and team resources to support organization initiatives.

    Determines and establishes goals, scope, approach, schedules and manpower requirements to

    accomplish overall objectives and/or program results.

    Develops unique methods for remediation and environmental problem resolution for complexprojects.

    Recognized as a leader in their technical specialty.

    Provides mentoring and coaching to other technical employees.

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Environmental

    Scientists (New)

    4673 Environmental Scientist

    4 (New)

    Specialist Level: Provides both

    business and technical

    expertise for environmental site

    assessment and remediation.

    Duties may include:

    Responsible for the technical integrity of major, technically complex projects, often responsible for

    the management of resources for these projects.

    Provide integrated, multidisciplinary services to identify and assess liabilities and risks, and to

    develop solutions to site management, remediation and mitigation, environmental assessment and

    compliance programs, and related environmental support services.

    Provides technical guidance to other project team members.

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Environmental

    Scientists (New)

    4674 Environmental Scientist

    3 (New)

    Senior Level. Responsible for

    conducting a variety of site

    assessment and remediation

    projects.

    Duties may include:

    Leads environmental site assessments and remediation projects.

    Develops and leads teams in all phases of planning, execution, and delivery of management

    projects.

    Utilizes knowledge of remediation and other environmental principles to execute projects and

    tasks.

    Secures environmental approvals and permits with various agencies.

    Provides work mentorship and activity co-ordination of junior technical staff/project sub-

    contractors.

    Monitors staff and subcontractors conducting field investigations.

    Prepares technical reports and proposals and reviews the work of junior staff.

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Environmental

    Scientists (New)

    4675 Environmental Scientist

    2 (New)

    Fully Competent Level.

    Provides a lead role in

    undertaking project-related

    tasks utilizing their expertise

    and guidance for environmentalsite assessments, soil and

    groundwater monitoring.

    Duties may include:

    Conducts environmental site assessments for remediation planning, construction monitoring,

    erosion and sediment control.

    Collects soil and groundwater samples and conducts borehole logging and groundwater

    monitoring well installations. Analyzes soil and groundwater data, developing site models and preparing technical reports.

    Performs independent studies, analyses, interpretations and conclusions within the scope of

    various assigned projects.

    Liaises with regulatory authorities working within the legislations of provincial and federal

    boundaries.

    Mentors Junior Environmental Scientists on standards and procedures relating to technical

    deliverables.

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    Division Job Family Title Position

    Code

    Position Title Role Statement Position Description

    Engineering/

    Technology

    Environmental

    Scientists (New)

    4676 Environmental Scientist

    1 (New)

    Developmental Level. Under

    general supervision, provides

    technical expertise, guidance in

    environmental site

    assessments, soil andgroundwater monitoring.

    Duties may include:

    Conducts introductory stage environmental site assessments for remediation planning,

    construction monitoring, erosion and sediment control.

    Collects soil and groundwater samples and assists with borehole logging and groundwater

    monitoring well installations. Analyzes soil and groundwater data, develops site models and prepares technical reports.

    Supply

    Management

    Management 3701 Director of Supply Chain Responsible for leadership of

    the Supply Chain function or

    several specific functional

    areas, in a larger organization.

    (Often a second level manager.)

    Duties may include:

    Developing Supply Chain strategies that align with company values and goals (from customer

    service to successful operational execution).

    Management and coordination of the flow of materials and equipment from acquisition to

    disposition.

    Management, development and implementation of all (or several) of the following programs:

    maintenance of centralized purchasing, stores, and distribution programs and procedures.

    Preparation, monitoring, and administration of the annual operating and capital equipment budgetincluding containing and minimizing the direct and indirect costs of the purchasing function.

    Management and supervision of department staff.

    Supply

    Management

    Procurement 3705 Procurement Manager Responsible for the

    development, implementation,

    and maintenance of centralized

    purchasing supplier

    performance, and inventory

    management procedures.

    Duties may include:

    Developing key vendor criteria and vendor selection, and relationship management.

    Managing partnerships and alliances, and relationship management.

    Monitors the bid, contract negotiation, and service contract processes.

    Manages very large or highly complex procurement projects.

    Leadership of other less experienced buyers.

    Monitors sales and approves major Purchase Orders.

    Market analysis or competitive commodity price reviews.

    Supply

    Management

    Procurement 3709 Buyer Lead (Supervisor) Responsible for managing other

    Buyers, and initiating large

    purchase orders.

    Duties may include:

    Determine purchase requirements for a large portfolio of accounts by reviewing inventories and

    purchase requests Managing partnerships and alliances within client group.

    Lead the bid, contract negotiation, and service contract processes for client area...

    Manages more complex/technical procurement projects.

    Monitors sales and approves major Purchase Orders.

    Market analysis or competitive commodity price reviews.

    Supply

    Management

    Procurement 3711 Buyer 2 Working Level. Responsible

    for purchasing a variety of items

    requiring knowledge of specific

    processes and equipment.

    Duties may include:

    Coordination of specific buying needs through direct contact with company departments.

    Provides specifications for i tems requested by departments.

    Designs and maintains appropriate records for efficient operations.

    May provide supervision to junior level buyers and clerical support.

    Supply

    Management

    Warehousing &

    Distribution

    3723 Inventory Manager Manages all aspects of

    inventory planning and control.

    Duties may include:

    Designing, maintaining and upgrading systems which track receipt of goods, inventory turnover

    and levels, and distribution systems. Ensuring adequate supply of goods available to meet production and internal/external customer

    requirements.

    Replenishing stock within established replacement policies. May dispose of outdated stock.

    Controlling, reviewing and reporting on stock rotation, inventory adjustments; maintaining cycle

    counts and inventory integrity.

    Supervising the inventory control staff.

    Working with buyers to manage supplier relationships.

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    Code

    Position Title Role Statement Position Description

    Supply

    Management

    Warehousing &

    Distribution

    3716 Inventory Control

    Analyst

    Analyzes inventory levels, flow,

    statistics, and performance

    monitoring.

    Duties may include:

    Reviewing and monitoring plant purchase orders and inventory.

    Inventory turnover and restocking levels for single or multiple locations.

    Identifies potential excess and shortage risks.

    Supplier liaison. Review and forecasting of the Master schedule.

    Supply

    Management

    Warehousing &

    Distribution

    3719 Stock Handler 1 Developmental Level.

    Responsible for the physical

    distribution process of shipping

    and receiving goods.

    Duties may include:

    Loading and unloading, per request typically via mechanical selection, or by hand.

    Stocking, sorting supplies or products into storage areas or inventory bins.

    May also assess stock supply and update inventory records.

    Communicating with internal and external customers and vendors regarding orders and shipping

    delays.

    Supply

    Management

    Warehousing &

    Distribution

    3721 Transportation Manager Responsibility for management

    of regional or segmented

    industry transportation and

    distribution services, and

    operational execution including

    development of customer

    service process improvements.

    Duties may include:

    Identifies issues relating to logistics forecasting, modeling, and inventory projections.

    Coordinates delivery of domestic and international customer shipment and carrier relations

    services.

    Manages to service agreement levels (carriers, suppliers and c