Metadata Specialist - NETE

Metadata Specialist (06-719) - NETE

Weir Canada Inc., Weir Marine Engineering

Ottawa, ON (Alternate locations: Toronto, ON; Halifax, NS; Montreal, QC)

Remote

Purpose of Role:Weir Marine Engineering has a requirement for a Metadata Specialist to assist our clients in the Department of National Defence (DND) with their quest towards a scalable and efficient Master Data Management (MDM) solution. This challenging position involves working closely with our DND clients, but can be performed remotely (telework). As such, the position could be based in different locations, including Ottawa, Toronto, Halifax or Montreal. The initial requirement is for a contract to 31 March 2026, but it is expected that the contract will subsequently be renewed annually for one or more years. Although this opportunity is aimed at a consultant/contractor, an employment arrangement could also be considered.

Why choose Weir:

Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Learn more about us:

http://www.global.weir/services/marine-engineering/

Key Responsibilities:

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

+ MS Purview; + MS Power BI; + Experience with MS Fabric would be an asset; and + Working knowledge of a scripting language, such as Python, would be an asset.

+ Solid understanding of data warehouse concepts, data lakes, data marts and technology, including AWS, cloud DB, data integration patterns, analytics and business intelligence; + Advanced knowledge of data governance technology, business process modeling, metadata, data lineage, master data management, data classification, and data quality; and + Experience with the DND/CAF and/or in the defence industry would be an asset.

+ Dynamic person with the ability to work under pressure on a large, complex, long term project; + Good at listening, guiding and mentoring; + Fast learner who can absorb and understand the project landscape and constraints, and delve into the technologies being considered to meet the project requirements; + Excellent organizational and communication skills (verbal and written); and + Motivated and takes pride in their work.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

(Position 06-719)