GIS Analyst

Location

Toronto

Employment Category

Temporary

Department

Operations

Job Reference

10449

Founded in 2002, the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) is a not-for-profit organization tasked with the safe, long-term management of Canada’s intermediate- and high-level radioactive waste, in a manner that protects people and the environment for generations to come.

The NWMO has been guided for more than 20 years by a dedicated team of world-class scientists, engineers and Indigenous Knowledge Holders who are developing innovative and collaborative solutions for nuclear waste management. In 2024, the NWMO selected Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation and the Township of Ignace as the hosts for the site for a deep geological repository for used nuclear fuel.

This decision means our office and staff will, in the future, be relocating to Ignace, Ont., and the deep geological repository will be situated in the area of Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation and the Township of Ignace. Infrastructure planning and development are underway to support this transition and ensure that both the community and our employees are well served and supported, now and in the future.

GIS Analyst

One (1) Position Available – 18 months

Position Location: Toronto Head Office – 22 St. Clair Avenue East

or Ignace, Ontario – 304 Main Street

Job Summary:

We are currently seeking a GIS Analyst to join our Site Characterization group.

Reporting to the Section Manager, Site Characterization Data Management, the GIS Analyst will provide ESRI ArcGIS support by creating, editing and analyzing geospatial datasets and attribute data. The incumbent will design and produce high-quality cartographic mapping output and presentation materials in a format that adheres to the NWMO graphics standards for public consumption.

Key duties include: producing cartographic products; reviewing, evaluating and quality assuring site characterization data to ensure compliance with NWMO’s quality assurance protocols; maintaining a variety of geographic information system (GIS) technologies and software including supporting software system improvements, upgrades, data customizations; creating and reviewing metadata; and providing user support for for GIS-related tools and applications. In addition, the GIS Analyst will analyze and report on spatial and geoscience data relationships to support scientific interpretation and site characterization activities.

Responsibilities

- Design and produce cartographic mapping output and presentation materials in accordance to the NWMO-SC mapping standards.

- Provide ESRI ArcGIS support by creating, editing and maintaining geospatial datasets and attribute data.

- Support subject matter experts (SMEs) in analyzing and interpreting spatial and geoscience/environmental monitoring data relationships.

- Review, evaluate, and quality assure geographical and environmental data and products from external contractors to ensure compliance with NWMO’s Quality Assurance. Protocols; diagnose and resolve data issues in collaboration with staff and contractors.

- Maintain key base geospatial datasets using authoritative government and regulatory releases.

- Support the ongoing refinement and improvement of GIS workflows, mapping services, and internal tracking tools to enhance efficiency and data consistency.

- Interface with the NWMO IT function and vendor support teams to ensure system functionality, performance and usability, and support ongoing assurance of data asset security and integrity.

- Provide user guidance and support related to GIS applications and mapping services.

- Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications and Experience

- A 4-year Bachelor's degree majoring in Science, Geographic Information System(GIS), Computer Information Systems (CIS),Management Information Systems (MIS) or equivalent.

- 2- 4 years of Professional experience working with geospatial datasets and producing cartographic mapping outputs in a scientific or environmental field.

- Experience analyzing, reviewing and reporting on spatial and geoscience data relationships.

- Demonstrated ability to multitask in a high-pace environment

- Strong written and verbal communication skills.

- Knowledge of natural sciences and the management of geospatial, analytical, and collected field data.

- Excellent organization skills and attention to detail

- Demonstrated ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team

It is an asset to have experience with:

- ArcGIS Pro

- ArcGIS Online and web-based GIS applications

- Survey123 Connect

- Microsoft Lists and/or SharePoint-based tracking tools

- Adobe Illustrator

- Seequent DAP Server technology

- acQuire GIM Suite borehole data management system

- Kisters’ WISKI water resource management tool

Other Information

Must be eligible to work in Canada and must be able to meet security clearance requirements.

NWMO currently operates in a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office (Tuesdays being universal) and 2 days working from home.

Candidates residing in the Greater Toronto Area: Office Location – 22 St. Clair Avenue East until their role is required to relocate.

Current employees may continue working from their existing work location/arrangements until their role is required at site.

We offer a competitive base salary, health care benefits and defined benefit pension plan.

The NWMO is committed to contributing to Reconciliation in all its work by co-creating a shared future built on rights, equity and well-being. As an employment equity employer, NWMO actively seeks Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities, women, people with disabilities, and additional diverse identities for our workforce. The NWMO will provide accommodation to applicants with disabilities.

We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage interested candidates to apply at their earliest convenience to ensure full consideration.

The NWMO is committed to a fair, transparent, and efficient recruitment process. While we sincerely appreciate every expression of interest, only those candidates selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted directly.