Database/GIS Specialist

Alamos Gold

  • Davidson, SK
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Description :Career OpportunityAlamos Gold Inc. Young-Davidson is currently recruiting the following challenging and rewarding position to join our Engineering team:Database/GIS SpecialistAlamos Gold’s Young-Davidson is a low-cost, long-life operation and one of Canada’s largest underground gold mines. It is located near the town of Matachewan centrally located between Timmins, Kirkland Lake, North Bay and Sudbury, Ontario. The recent completion of a highly automated lower mine expansion has resulted in Young-Davidson increasing production as well as strong free cash flow generation. With a large Mineral Reserve base, it will serve as Alamos’ foundation for growth for many years to come. This is a very exciting time at Young-Davidson, and we are searching for highly motivated and committed people to join our team!If you are willing to be part of a team that is dedicated to growth, high performance and a culture of safety and accountability, we would like to hear from you!Role Overview:Reporting to the Geological Superintendent, the successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out a variety of geological assignments and assisting in multiple areas of the Geology Department.Primary Responsibilities:
  • Ensure all data collected from drilling, mapping and compilation programs is reviewed and validated before submission to the database;
  • Prepare and maintain spatial products such as geological maps, sections and 3D projects/shapes when required (Vulcan, Deswik).
  • Assist in developing and maintaining underground and surface mapping protocols.
  • Work with the other database and GIS Administrators to ensure the correct adoption of applications at site and database consistency between sites.
  • Ensure server/cloud folders are organized and contain current information.
  • Conduct routine QA/QC of databases to ensure integrity of data is upheld.
  • Research and compile historic and government geoscience information as needed.
  • Provide software and data support to site staff.
  • Communicate with external laboratories for routine assays and ongoing QAQC work.
  • Assist with resource work where needed.
  • Other related duties as required.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Experience in a similar role (4 years+).
  • Professional background in geology or a related discipline, with P.Geo designation or ability to register as a professional geoscientist in Ontario.
  • Requires knowledge of Mineral Exploration/Mining workflows (field sampling/mapping, core logging, drafting, laboratory analysis, QAQC).
  • Must have strong proficiency with ArcGIS software.
  • Must have experience working with Acquire, Vulcan and Leapfrog.
  • Knowledge of SharePoint, ArcGIS Online, Fusion and Imago are considered assets.
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
  • An ability to communicate and work effectively with other employees and contractors.
  • Prior experience in mining and/or mineral exploration is preferred.
Schedule: 4x3 10 hour shiftsYoung Davidson offers competitive salaries and benefits packages with opportunities for both personal and professional advancement.Qualified candidates are invited to visit our website, and apply online under the careers’ sections.Alamos Gold Inc. is committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.We sincerely appreciate the interest of all applicants however; only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Alamos Gold