May 17, 2019 – British Columbia targets a list of 29 in-demand technology occupations through the BC PNP Tech Pilot.
The province conducts weekly draws to select candidates with the right skills and experience, who then receive priority processing.
Candidates are invited to apply for existing British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program streams for skilled workers and international graduates.
BC PNP Tech Pilot: Important Features
Dedicated concierge service Tech employers have access to relevant immigration information.
Weekly invitations for tech candidates Tech employers have timely access to qualified individuals in the 29 key tech occupations.
Priority processing Dedicated BC PNP Tech Team and next business day assignment of tech applications in the 29 in-demand occupations.
Focused outreach and engagement BC PNP sessions and events tailored for the tech sector, including one-on-one employer support.
Here we take an in-depth look at each of the 29 occupations, highlighting average salaries, labour market conditions, specific job titles, duties and requirements.
Related Job Titles
- Chief, telecommunications equipment
- Co-ordinator, technical services
- Manager, communications
- Manager, technical services
- Manager, traffic (cable, telephone)
- Superintendent, telecommunications
Important Information
- Average British Columbia salary of $85,572.
- Hourly rate range between $34.87 and $57.00.
- 740 job openings forecast over next 10 years.
Duties
- Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of a telecommunications establishment, department or facility.
- Consult with senior managers to establish policies concerned with the development, operation and maintenance of telecommunications services.
- Direct and control telecommunications traffic volume and flow within assigned areas, through subordinate supervisors and technical staff.
- Analyze and evaluate telecommunications installation, operation and maintenance services and make recommendations for improvement.
- Ensure compliance with telecommunications regulations and directives of government regulatory agencies.
- Liaise with representatives of related or connecting companies to resolve joint telecommunications problems and ensure efficient telecommunications system operations.
- Recruit personnel and oversee their training.
Employment Requirements
- University degree in science, electrical engineering or a related field.
- Several years of experience in a related technical profession, including supervisory.
Related Job Titles
- Administrator, internet systems
- Computer legacy systems manager
- Co-ordinator, computer department
- Manager, computer networks
- Manager, IT (information technology)
- Manager, MIS (management info system)
Important Information
- Average British Columbia salary of $90,244.
- Hourly rate range between $26.44 and $69.40.
- 4,780 job openings forecast over next 10 years.
Duties
- Plan, organize and direct the operations of information systems and electronic data processing (EDP) departments and companies.
- Develop and carry out policies and procedures for electronic data processing and computer systems operations and development.
- Meet with clients to discuss system requirements, specifications, costs and timelines.
- Assemble and manage teams of information systems employees to design, develop and manage computer and telecommunications software, networks and information systems.
- Control the budget of the department, company or project.
- Recruit employees and oversee their professional development and training.
Employment Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, business administration, commerce or engineering.
- Several years of experience in systems analysis, data administration, software engineering, network design or computer programming, including in a supervisory capacity.
Related Job Titles
- Administrator, studio & broadcasting
- Bureau chief – news agency
- Director, ballet / opera / theatre
- Editor-in-chief
- Executive producer – video games
- Executive producer – visual effects
Important Information
- Average British Columbia salary of $61,363.
- Hourly rate range between $18.33 and $49.04.
- 820 job openings forecasted over next 10 years.
Duties
- Establish procedures and put into use policies in newspaper and publishing firms, in film, theatre, record and video production companies, and in radio and television stations.
- Plan and maintain production schedules for publications, films, broadcasts, and theatre, record and video productions.
- Prepare and control budgets.
- Hire and supervise staff.
- Consult with government regulatory agencies to evaluate and review programs and policies to ensure conformance to regulations.
- Initiate or approve development of articles, books, films, broadcasts, musical recordings and theatre productions, and communicate with authors, composers, producers and directors.
Employment Requirements
- University degree or college diploma in communications, broadcasting, journalism or other arts discipline.
- Several years of experience within the publishing, film production, broadcasting or theatre industry.
Related Job Titles
- Engineer, appraisal
- Engineer, architectural
- Engineer, asphalt / highway
- Engineer, hydrographic / hydrological
- Engineer, irrigation and drainage
- Engineer, noise / pollution
Important Information
- Average British Columbia salary of $72,996.
- Hourly rate range between $20.19 and $67.00.
- 3,940 job openings forecast over next 10 years.
Duties
- Consult with clients and other members of the engineering team and carry out research to determine project requirements.
- Plan and design major public projects such as buildings, roads, bridges, dams, water and waste management systems, and structural steel fabrications.
- Create construction specifications and procedures.
- Assess and recommend appropriate building and construction materials.
- Interpret, review and approve survey and public design work.
- Carry out field services for public works.
- Ensure construction plans meet guidelines and specifications of building codes and other regulations.
- Organize and oversee construction work schedules.
- Carry out feasibility studies, economic analyses, municipal and regional traffic studies, environmental impact studies, or other investigations.
- Oversee air, water and soil quality and develop procedures to clean up contaminated sites.
- Carry out technical analyses of survey and field data for development of topographic, soil, hydrological or other information, and prepare reports.
- Act as project or site supervisor for land survey or construction work.
- Prepare contract documents and review and evaluate tenders for construction projects.
- Supervise technicians, technologists and other engineers and review and approve designs, calculations and cost estimates.
Employment Requirements
- Civil engineering technologists usually need a two-year technology diploma in civil engineering or closely related discipline.
- Civil engineering technicians usually need a one or two-year technician certificate in civil engineering technology or closely related discipline.
- Certification may be required for some positions.