Job requirements Supervisor, Quarry in Canada

Find out what you typically need to work as a supervisor, quarry in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Supervisors, mining and quarrying (NOC 82020).

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

  • Several years of experience in the occupations supervised are usually required.
  • Provincial certification as an underground mine supervisor, shift boss, or coal mining supervisor may be required.
  • Completion of a college or university program in mining technology or engineering may be required for some positions in this group.
  • Completion of secondary school is required.

Source National Occupational Classification

Professional certification and licensing

You might need to get a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.

British Columbia

Job title Fireboss (underground Coal Mine)
Regulated
Job title Mine Supervisor
Regulated
Job title Shiftboss (surface)
Regulated
Job title Shiftboss (underground Coal)
Regulated
Job title Shiftboss (underground Or Open Pit Manager)
Regulated

Yukon

Job title Mine Supervisor
Regulated

Source Foreign Credential Recognition Program - ESDC

Do you want to work in another province or territory?

If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.

Labour Market Information Survey
Date modified: