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Job description: Purpose of the role: Leverage the expertise in geospatial technologies and data analysis to support the Permitting & Land department in making informed decisions, conducting spatial analyses, and visualizing and interpreting geographic data. The GIS Advisor plays a critical role in integrating spatial information with environmental data, enabling the team to gain valuable insights into environmental patterns and trends.
In charge of geomatics using a Geographic Information System interface with the environmental database of different variables such as water quality, hydrology, hydrogeology, geochemistry, air quality, biodiversity, land use, land cover, and property & mineral rights. Provide support as backup to the database management specialist.
Key Responsibilities: Spatial Data Management: Acquire, organize, and manage geospatial datasets, including environmental and land data, remote sensing imagery, and external geographic data sources.Geospatial Analysis: Conduct spatial analyses to identify patterns, trends, and relationships in environmental data. This may include spatial interpolation, proximity analysis, and overlay operations.Mapping and Visualization: Create high-quality maps and visualizations to present geospatial information in a clear and informative manner for the team and stakeholders.Data Integration: Integrate GIS data with other environmental datasets to gain a comprehensive understanding of environmental processes and interactions.Spatial Modeling: Develop and apply spatial models to predict environmental outcomes or assess potential scenarios.GIS Training and Support: Provide training and technical support to the environmental Permitting & Land members on GIS software and applications.Data Interpretation: Assist in interpreting geospatial data to inform decision-making and support evidence-based environmental management strategies.Support environmental impact assessments and permitting tasks by providing geospatial analyses of potential impacts associated with projects or developments.Field Work: Lead and conduct field data collection including ground and drone surveying instruments.Quality Assurance: Ensure quality assurance and daily upload of field data, lab reports, and verification of database field sensors.Supervise environmental servers and ensure appropriate backup of environmental information.Elaborate maps and reports based on geographical information.Keep the Geographical Information Database updated.Upload KPIs gathered from the Permitting & Land department to the database management system.Participate as a representative in internal and external audits, and as an auditor in other operation sites of the company.Participate in key operational meetings in English, giving presentations about monitoring conditions, risks, and opportunities.Stay Updated: Stay current with the latest GIS technologies, trends, and best practices relevant to environmental applications.Other duties according to the position.Qualifications & Knowledge & Experience: Education: A bachelor's or master's degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related field. Additional certifications or specialized training in GIS software and applications.Technical Skills: Proficiency in GIS software such as ArcGIS, QGIS, AutoCAD, MapInfo or other geospatial tools is essential. Knowledge of geodatabase management, spatial analysis techniques, cartography, and remote sensing is highly valuable.Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential to interpret and visualize complex geospatial data with environmental and political variables. Experience with PowerBI and other tools such as MapBox is desirable.At least 5 years' experience in the extractives industry, or environmental consultancy with demonstrated expertise in geomatics and climate change modelling.Familiarity with the national regulatory framework.Driver's license.SQL Skills.English proficiency is a plus.Great communication skills.Strong interpersonal skills in developing consensus building.Ability to multi-task and prioritize work.Problem-solving skills.Behavioural Traits Required: Bold: Flexible, versatile, and ready to face challenges as needed.Smart: Always seeks efficiencies and better ways to do things.Motivated: Sets high standards, is driven, and determined.Collaborative: Communicates well with peers and understands others' perspectives.
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