Managers in natural resources production and fishing
Career Overview
Managers in natural resources production and fishing are responsible for planning, organizing and directing operations.
People in this occupational group work in:
- Forestry and logging
- Mining and quarrying
- Oil and gas drilling
- Production and servicing operations
- Commercial fishing
Job Titles
Duties
Managers in natural resources production and fishing:
- Oversee and evaluate operations in forestry, logging, mining, quarrying, or oil and gas operations or in services to logging, mining and oil and gas industries, or in commercial fishing
- Recommend operational changes to senior management when necessary to ensure that production goals and procedures are met
- Prepare production reports for review by senior management
- Communicate with other managers to set production goals, to plan extraction sites and to develop policies for the removal of raw materials
- Evaluate efficiency of production sites to determine ability of employees, equipment and technologies used, and make changes to work schedule or equipment when necessary
- Ensure safety regulations are followed
- Hire employees and oversee training needs of staff
- Direct activities such as the construction of access roads or temporary living quarters
Earnings
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Work Environment
# Workers Employed
1,730% Employed Full Time
75%Work in this occupation is typically performed in a structured environment, such as an office.
Career Pathways
Promotion to senior management positions in the respective industries is possible with experience.
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Occupational Interests
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Education, Training and Skills
- Forestry managers:Usually require a bachelor's degree in forestry science or forest engineering
- Mining and quarrying managers:Usually require a bachelor's degree in mining engineering or earth sciences
- Oil and gas managers:Usually require a bachelor's degree in geology, earth sciences or petroleum engineering
For all occupations in this group, several years of experience in a supervisory position in the particular industry are usually required and may substitute for formal education requirements.
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.
Education programs in B.C.
The following program areas are related to this occupation:
- Wood Products/Wood Processing Related
Skills
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Talking to others to share information effectively.
Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
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.
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Motivating, developing and directing people as they work, and identifying the best people for the job.
Labour Market Statistics
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Employment
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Employment
1,730Employment by Region
| Region | Employment | % Employment of this Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 175 | 10.1% |
| Kootenay | 200 | 11.6% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 445 | 25.8% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 115 | 6.7% |
| Northeast | 135 | 7.8% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 305 | 17.7% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 350 | 20.3% |
Labour Market Outlook
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Forecasted Job Openings (2024-2034)
1,020Forecasted Job Openings
Forecasted Employment Growth Rate
Composition of Job Openings
Job Openings by Region (2024-2034)
| Region | Job Openings | Avg. Annual Employment Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 80 | -0.5% |
| Kootenay | 160 | 0.4% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 270 | 0.5% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 80 | 1.6% |
| Northeast | 70 | 0.2% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 160 | 0.3% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 200 | 0.1% |
Industry Highlights
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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry
| Industry | Job Openings (2024-2034) |
|---|---|
| Mining and Oil and Gas Extraction | 560 |
| Forestry, Logging and Support Activities | 210 |
| Professional, Scientific and Technical Services | 60 |
| Manufacturing | 60 |
| Wholesale Trade | 30 |
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