PhotoSat

Geomatics Technician

Geomatics Technician
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LocationVancouver, BC
Job Typefull time
Hybrid
Mining

About This Job


About PhotoSat

PhotoSat produces the world’s most accurate satellite surveying. Our technology supports clients in mining, oil & gas, and engineering industries by delivering reliable topographic data derived from satellite imagery. Our team is passionate about precision, innovation, and supporting real-world decisions through geospatial excellence.


Role Overview

As a Geomatics Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, reliability and useability of ground control data received from clients. This ground control data is used to register PhotoSat’s topographic survey product, made from satellite photos.

You will collaborate closely with project managers and analysts to prepare, process, evaluate, and document geospatial control data, ensuring it meets technical and project-specific requirements.


Key Responsibilities

Process and Document Ground Control Data: Evaluate and format ground control files provided by clients for satellite topography projects. Maintain internal documentation for projects.
Prepare documents for collection of new control: Suggest suitable ground control targets when clients have insufficient data and intend to collect more.
Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with analysts, project managers, and occasionally clients to explain the technical requirements, accuracy thresholds, and quality implications of control data.
Support Production Workflows: Contribute to project completion by assisting with full projects or individual phases as needed.


Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical diploma or bachelor's degree in a science-related field; equivalent industry experience considered
Solid understanding of coordinate systems, map projections, datums, and transformation methods
Experience working with geospatial formats (Shapefiles, Geodatabases, KML/KMZ, CAD drawings), and conversions between formats.
Proficiency with QGIS and ArcGIS (especially ArcMap) for map creation and editing
Familiarity with remote sensing principles
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work independently in a fast-paced environment
Meticulous attention to detail and high organizational standards


Who You Are


We’re looking for someone who is:

Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and eager to learn new tools and processes
Professional, adaptable, and resourceful under pressure
Strong communicator able to translate complex geospatial concepts into clear guidance for different audiences
Creative problem-solver, comfortable with ambiguity and task prioritization


Job Type: Full-time


Pay: $45,000.00-$50,000.00 per year


Benefits:

Company events
Dental care
Extended health care
On-site gym
Profit sharing
Vision care


Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday


Ability to commute/relocate:

Vancouver, BC V6E 4A2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC V6E 4A2


Expected start date: 2025-08-15

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