9211-NOC

Supervisors, mineral and metal processing

(NOC 9211)
Annual Earnings
$72,203
Typical Education Background
Diploma/Certificate Excluding Apprenticeship
Job Openings
(2022-2032)
320

Career Overview

Supervisors, mineral and metal processing, supervise and co-ordinate the activities of workers in the following groups:

People in this occupation:

  • Work in mineral ore and metal processing plants such as copper, lead and zinc refineries, uranium processing plants, steel mills, aluminum plants, precious metal refineries, cement processing plants, clay, glass and stone processing plants and foundries

Duties

Supervisors mineral and metal processing perform some or all of the following duties:

  • Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of workers engaged in the following duties: operating single or multi-function mineral and metal processing machinery and equipment; operating mouldmaking and coremaking machines or manually make moulds and cores; operating glass process control, forming and finishing machines; operating concrete, clay and stone forming and finishing machines; and operating cement process control and machines and equipment
  • Set up methods to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with units
  • Order materials and supplies
  • Solve work problems and recommend work measures to improve productivity and product quality
  • Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policies
  • Recommend personnel actions such as hirings and promotions
  • Prepare production and other reports
  • May set up machines and equipment.

Earnings

Earnings is income that workers receive in exchange for their labour. Depending on the type of employment, earnings can be in the form of wages (hourly), salaries (fixed monthly or annual) or self-employed earnings.

Annual Earnings

$72,203

Provincial Hourly Rate

High$58.97/hr
Median$34.62/hr
Low$19.00/hr
Source: B.C. Labour Market Information Office, derived from 2022 Job Bank Wage data

Work Environment

# Workers Employed

600

% Employed Full Time

70%
Source: 2016 Census

Key aspects of the work in this occupation:

  • Work takes place in a controlled indoor setting.
  • Workers may be exposed to fire or intensely hot surfaces that could cause injury.
  • Workers may be exposed to noise that could cause hearing problems.
  • The workplace may contain strong odours.
  • Workers may be exposed to ultraviolet or visible light that may affect health negatively.

Career Pathways

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Occupational Interests

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Job Titles

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Co-ordinator, shift - steel mill
Foreperson, annealing / anodizing
Foreperson, asbestos manufacturing
Foreperson, casting operations
Foreperson, cement / concrete processing
Foreperson, clay manufacturing
Foreperson, concentrator / converter
Foreperson, crushing, grinding, screening
Foreperson, electrolytic cell operations
Foreperson, extruding and drawing
Foreperson, foundry
Foreperson, glass processing
Foreperson, inspecting, testing, grading
Foreperson, kiln operations
Foreperson, mineral processing filter
Foreperson, mixing and separating
Foreperson, primary metal processing
Foreperson, scrap metal / reclamation
Foreperson, sintering plant
Foreperson, smelting, converting, refining
Foreperson, stone processing
Foreperson, tankhouse
Foreperson, tapper operations
Foreperson, uranium processing

Education, Training and Skills

  • Completion of secondary school is usually required.
  • Post-secondary education in metallurgy, sciences or a related field may be required for some occupations in this unit group.
  • Several years of experience as a worker in the unit or department being supervised are usually required.

Workers who are certified for an occupation by a regulator elsewhere in Canada can apply for the same certification from the regulator in B.C. Under the terms of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA), most applicants who are transferring their credentials from elsewhere in Canada will not be required to complete additional training or testing. However, the B.C. regulator may ask applicants to provide further information such as a letter of good standing, references, or criminal record check.

For those who trained outside of Canada and never received certification from any Canadian jurisdiction, a full assessment is likely needed. Most occupational regulators have a process for assessment and recognize internationally trained applicants.

For information about labour mobility in Canada, visit www.workersmobility.ca.

View a list of Professional Regulatory Authorities in B.C.

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Skills

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Speaking

Talking to others to share information effectively.

75%
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.

75%
Coordination

Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

72%
Critical Thinking

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

72%
Management of Personnel Resources

Motivating, developing and directing people as they work, and identifying the best people for the job.

72%
Time Management

Managing one’s own time and the time of others.

72%
Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

72%
Judgment and Decision-Making

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

69%
Monitoring

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

66%
Social Perceptiveness

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

63%

Labour Market Statistics

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Employment

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Employment

600
Source: 2016 Census

Employment by Region

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North Coast and Nechako
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Region Employment (2022) % Employment of this Occupation
Cariboo N/A 3.1%
Kootenay 80 11.8%
Mainland/Southwest 310 48.0%
North Coast and Nechako 230 15.7%
Northeast N/A 1.6%
Thompson-Okanagan 70 14.2%
Vancouver Island/Coast 40 7.1%
Source: 2016 Census and B.C. Labour Market Outlook

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 (2022-2032)

320
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 (2022-2032)

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Region Job Openings Avg. Annual Employment Growth
Cariboo N/A N/A
Kootenay 20 1.2%
Mainland/Southwest 100 0.0%
North Coast and Nechako 110 1.6%
Northeast N/A N/A
Thompson-Okanagan 10 1.3%
Vancouver Island/Coast 0 0.0%
N/A: Data is not available for this region.
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 (2022-2032)
Manufacturing49,200
Construction72,700
Mining and Oil and Gas Extraction12,000
Wholesale Trade33,100
Transportation and Warehousing53,400
For additional industry information, visit the Industry Profiles page.
Source: 2016 Census and B.C. Labour Market Outlook

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