Company Description
Aurora Geosciences provides geology, geophysics, and field operation services across Canada and the United States. From early-stage exploration to advanced programs, Aurora offers services like geological mapping, geophysical surveys, drill supervision, and GIS management. Our integrated approach ensures actionable insights for technical decision-making at all project stages. Aurora’s field crews are adept at working in both remote camps and established project locations.
Role Description
This full-time permanent position is based in Yellowknife, NT. The GIS Analyst is responsible for the implementation, configuration, maintenance, and enhancement of GIS solutions, spatial databases, workflows, and data products to support client and organizational objectives. This role combines technical GIS expertise with client-facing consulting responsibilities, including software implementation, data migration, user training, business process analysis, and spatial data management.
The GIS Analyst will work closely with clients and internal stakeholders to understand business requirements, configure GIS applications, manage spatial and non-spatial data, develop workflows and automation processes, and deliver high-quality mapping products, reporting solutions, and training programs.
Key Responsibilities
Client Implementation & Consulting
- Assist in the implementation and configuration of GIS applications and client-focused software solutions, including the Landfolio® ecosystem and related technologies.
- Participate in requirements gathering, business analysis sessions, workshops, and stakeholder consultations to capture and translate business needs into technical solutions.
- Support clients through system transitions, including data mapping, migration, validation, and conversion activities.
- Develop and execute testing plans for system configurations, workflows, and integrations, including User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
- Deliver user training, knowledge transfer sessions, and documentation to support successful adoption of implemented solutions.
- Provide remote and on-site implementation support, troubleshooting, and client assistance as required.
- Maintain positive client relationships by responding promptly and professionally to inquiries, requests, and issues.
GIS Operations & Data Management
- Compile, organize, maintain, and analyze spatial and non-spatial data from maps, databases, field sources, and other datasets.
- Create high-quality cartographic products, digital datasets, reports, dashboards, and visualizations that support operational and strategic decision-making.
- Manage GIS databases and data models to ensure data integrity, accessibility, and consistency.
- Design, implement, and maintain GIS workflows, ETL processes, automation tools, and integrations that improve operational efficiency.
- Perform geoprocessing, digitization, spatial analysis, and data conversion activities.
- Support field operations through GPS data management and preparation of datasets for field collection and deployment.
- Ensure data quality, security, backup, storage, and compliance with company standards and procedures.
Project Delivery & Continuous Improvement
- Deliver projects and assigned tasks within established budgets, timelines, and quality standards.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including technical specialists, geoscientists, planners, and client stakeholders.
- Assist with project administration, documentation, progress reporting, and expenditure tracking.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to strategic planning initiatives.
- Support the development and maintenance of standards, templates, procedures, and best practices.
- Provide mentorship and training to junior staff and support knowledge-sharing initiatives across the organization.
Required Qualifications
- Degree or Diploma in GIS, Geoinformatics, Environmental/Earth Sciences, Urban and Regional Planning, Information Systems, Geography, or a related discipline.
- 0–3 years of experience in GIS analysis, GIS consulting, software implementation, business analysis, or related technical roles.
- Strong understanding of GIS principles, spatial data management, and cartographic production.
- Experience with Esri ArcGIS technologies, including ArcGIS Pro and Enterprise environments.
- Experience compiling, maintaining, analyzing, and visualizing spatial datasets.
- Understanding of relational databases and reporting concepts, ideally including Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and PostGIS.
- Experience with geoprocessing, data conversion, ETL workflows, and GIS data management.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with GIS implementation projects, software configuration, or client onboarding initiatives.
- Knowledge of GeoServer, QGIS, Geosoft, or other GIS and remote sensing software platforms.
- Experience with business process documentation and process mapping tools such as Microsoft Visio or Lucidchart.
- Familiarity with project management methodologies and project delivery frameworks.
- Experience developing workflow automation and GIS integrations.
- Spanish language proficiency.
- Experience delivering client training, workshops, or presentations.
- Knowledge of GPS field data collection and management. management.
