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Engineering inspectors and regulatory officers

(NOC 22231)
Annual Earnings
$87,595
Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities
College Diploma or Apprenticeship, 2 or more years
Job Openings
(2023-2033)
230

Career Overview

Engineering inspectors and regulatory officers:

  • Inspect transportation vehicles such as aircraft, watercraft, automobiles and trucks, and weighing and measuring devices such as scales and meters, as well as industrial instruments, processes and equipment for conformity to government and industry standards and regulations
  • Work for government agencies and in the private sector

 

Duties

Motor vehicles defects investigators:

  • Carry out motor vehicle and motor vehicle component defect investigations, examinations, tests and defect-related accident investigations
  • Provide expert advice and testimony on specific motor vehicle performance problems or defects and recommend improvements in vehicle inspection and licensing procedures, and vehicle safety standards

Railway accident investigation officers:

  • Collect and analyze data from train derailments, collisions, and other accidents to determine the causes
  • Inspect and evaluate railway property, structures, rolling stock, signals, track structure and train handling characteristics to ensure operating standards are followed

Airworthiness inspectors:

  • Carry out regular inspections of establishments and individuals holding or applying for air carrier operating certificates and establishments engaged in aircraft maintenance, repair or modification
  • Inspect aircraft, advise of any deficiencies and detain aircraft suspected of being unairworthy or unsafe

Inspectors, weights and measures:

  • Carry out inspections and tests of a variety of mechanical and electronic weighing and measuring devices and systems
  • Prepare draft investigative reports of findings and recommends corrective or enforcement action

Oil and gas drilling rig inspectors:

  • Conduct onshore and offshore inspections of drilling and well servicing equipment and processes to ensure compliance with regulations and policies
  • Recommend improvements and corrective action

 

Earnings

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Annual Earnings

$87,595

Provincial Hourly Rate

High$76.92/hr
Median$42.00/hr
Low$28.00/hr
Source: B.C. Labour Market Information Office, derived from 2023 Job Bank Wage data

Work Environment

# Workers Employed

575

% Employed Full Time

82%
Source: 2021 Census

Work in this occupation is typically performed in a structured environment, such as an office, or an outdoor work environment where the worker is exposed to various weather conditions.

Career Pathways

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Occupational Interests

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Conventional

Job Titles

Air carrier maintenance inspector
Air transport inspector
Airworthiness inspector
Electricity and gas meter inspector
Elevator inspector
Engineering inspector
Engineering regulatory officer
Insurance loss prevention inspector
Marine damage surveyor
Motor vehicle defects investigator
Railway accident investigation officer
Weights and measures inspector

Education, Training and Skills

  • University degree or college diploma in an appropriate engineering field
    or
    Trade qualifications and extensive related work experience are required
  • Appropriate professional engineering or engineering technology certification and licences may be required

 

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Skills

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Here, you will find the 10 most relevant workplace skills. Some are more important to achieving success in a certain career than others. These skills may come naturally to you or you may need to gain them through education, training and experience.

See the list of work-related skills below, ranked in order of importance for this career. Check out the list and see if this career matches your skills—take that first step!

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

71%
Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

70%
Speaking

Talking to others to share information effectively.

70%
Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

69%
Writing

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

64%
Judgment and Decision Making

Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

61%
Complex Problem Solving

Being able to solve novel, ill-defined problems in complex, real-world settings.

59%
Monitoring

Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

57%
Social Perceptiveness

Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

56%
Active Learning

Understanding how new information could be used to solve current and future problems in making decisions.

55%

Labour Market Statistics

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Employment

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Employment

575
Source: 2021 Census

Employment by Region

Map of BC Map of BC highlighting Cariboo region Map of BC highlighting Kootenay region Map of BC highlighting Mainland/Southwest region Map of BC highlighting North Coast and Nechako region Map of BC highlighting Northeast region Map of BC highlighting Thompson-Okanagan region Map of BC highlighting Vancouver Island/Coast region
Cariboo
Kootenay
Mainland/Southwest
North Coast and Nechako
Northeast
Thompson-Okanagan
Vancouver Island/Coast
Region Employment % Employment of this Occupation
Cariboo 25 4.3%
Kootenay 10 1.7%
Mainland/Southwest 365 62.9%
North Coast and Nechako 20 3.4%
Northeast 25 4.3%
Thompson-Okanagan 35 6.0%
Vancouver Island/Coast 100 17.2%
Source: 2021 Census

Labour Market Outlook

The B.C. Labour Market Outlook is a 10-year forecast of the expected supply and demand for labour in the province. It’s usually updated every year. The purpose is to provide British Columbians with the knowledge to make informed decisions on careers, skills training, education and hiring.

Forecasted Job Openings (2023-2033)

230
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Forecasted Job Openings

Forecasted Employment Growth Rate

Composition of Job Openings

Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Job Openings by Region (2023-2033)

Map of BC Map of BC highlighting Cariboo region Map of BC highlighting Kootenay region Map of BC highlighting Mainland/Southwest region Map of BC highlighting North Coast and Nechako region Map of BC highlighting Northeast region Map of BC highlighting Thompson-Okanagan region Map of BC highlighting Vancouver Island/Coast region
Cariboo
Kootenay
Mainland/Southwest
North Coast and Nechako
Northeast
Thompson-Okanagan
Vancouver Island/Coast
Region Job Openings Avg. Annual Employment Growth
Cariboo 10 -0.5%
Kootenay Not available Not available
Mainland/Southwest 160 1.5%
North Coast and Nechako Not available Not available
Northeast 10 2.4%
Thompson-Okanagan Not available Not available
Vancouver Island/Coast 40 1.2%
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Industry Highlights

Learn about the opportunities in B.C.'s major industries, including employment trends, earning potential, locations of work and more.

Forecasted Job Openings by Industry

IndustryJob Openings (2023-2033)
Professional, Scientific And Technical Services80
Public Administration70
Manufacturing40
Transportation And Warehousing20
Utilities10
For additional industry information, visit the Industry Profiles page.
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

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