Wahnapitae First Nation

259 Taighewini Trail Road

Capreol, Ontario
P0M 1H0
Phone: (705) 858-0610

Fax: (705) 858-5570

Mineral Development Advisor

Term:

Contract

Salary:

Commensurate with Education and Experience

Department:

Sustainable Development

Position Summary:
The Mineral Development Advisor (MDA) will work under the supervision of the Environmental
Coordinator to support Wahnapitae First Nations review of exploration plan submissions;
exploration permit applications, and; closure plans and closure plan amendments, pursuant to
the consultation processes under the Mining Act.
Additionally, the MDA will also support efforts to increase community knowledge of the mining
sequence, mining activities, and the possible range of economic benefits arising from mineral
development.
Responsibilities:
Community Engagement and Education/Capacity Building:
o Educate community members on the activities being conducted throughout the
mining sequence and their potential impacts
o Assist in organizing information sharing opportunities within the community
o Engage community members with industry proponents to promote job skills
training or employment
o Represent the community at regional, territorial and national meetings and
conferences on minerals development
o Facilitate meetings with member and other communities, industry and/or
government as required to create relationships, opportunities, and understanding
across the mining sequence

Consultation and Coordination

o Receive plans and permits sent to the community, noting timelines and tracking
responses, if applicable
o Analyze data and research information regarding mineral development activities
in Wahnapitae First Nation traditional territory
o Maintaining Resource Development Inventory (RDI) for the community and
prepare reports in relation to this inventory
o Assist Environmental Coordinator in working through consultation protocol with
regards to mineral development activities and provide recommendations to
support informed decision making
o Engage with early exploration proponents who have delegated procedural
aspects of MNDMs consultation process
o Coordinate formal response, if necessary, to MNDM within regulated timeframes
o Complete and submit all necessary reporting requirements

Summary of Qualifications:

Completion of degree or diploma in Mining Engineering, Geology, or other mining

related program with a minimum of 2-5 years of experience

Experience working with GIS software an asset

Knowledge of the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines (MNDM) regulatory

processes

Ability to develop clear, concise and accurate written communications

Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential subject matter

CLOSING DATE:

Friday, January 20, 2016 @ 4:30 p.m.

Please forward your cover letter, resume and three work references by Email, Fax, or Regular
Mail to:
Stefanie Recollet
Environmental Coordinator
Wahnapitae First Nation
259 Taighwenini Trail Road
Capreol ON P0M 1H0
stefanie.recollet@wahnapitaefn.com
Anishinabek and First Nation members are encouraged to apply. We thank all applicants for
their interest, however, only those being interviewed will be contacted.