Geophysicist and Business Development Manager

Being a part of Geophysics GPR International means joining a team that is constantly expanding and incorporates various disciplines. This team provides exceptional services related to geophysics, instrumentation, and data management.

For nearly 50 years, GPR has been at the forefront of geophysics in Canada, providing innovative solutions for geophysical surveys on land, at sea, and in the air. GPR is recognized as a leader in the engineering, energy, and environmental sectors as well. Our strong focus on AI and R&D has given us a significant technological advantage in applied seismic to civil engineering structures, particularly tailings dams.

Our company executes assignments across Canada and operates in other regions of North America, Africa, Latin America, and Asia, leveraging the presence of GPR's offices and partners in those regions.

GPR offers a human-sized work environment where you can become a valuable member of a dynamic and supportive team. Working with us will present you with exciting challenges that allow you to showcase your expertise, take on responsibilities, and receive recognition for your contributions. A career at GPR promises to be rewarding and fulfilling.

**Position**: Geophysicist / Business Development Manager

For our Toronto office, we seek a skilled, self-directed, and enthusiastic individual who can handle various responsibilities related to geophysical projects and also explore fresh prospects in the mining and civil engineering sectors. Experience in this field is a must.

**The primary duties, but not limited to, include**:

- Oversee and manage geophysical projects and technical studies to support the technical team.
- Participate in operations, which involve data processing, interpretation, and report writing.
- Manage business development activities for the company in Ontario, Canada, and globally. Contribute to establishing partnership agreements for our tailings’ monitoring initiative, MASW-AI, and AI services.
- Meet clients to identify needs and objectives, coordinate internally between departments to meet deadlines.
- Attend events and trade shows to represent the company and generate business leads, as needed.
- Participate in the development and implementation of sales and service promotion tools.
- Work closely with various stakeholders (sales, marketing, purchasing, operations) to maximize sales opportunities.
- Analyze competition, markets, and the impact of activities to meet sales and profitability objectives.
- Primarily based in the office but must be open to travel outside for business development activities.

**The qualifications and requirements for this position are**:

- A graduate degree in geophysics, geological engineering, or a related field.
- At least 10 years of experience as a geophysicist, including conducting ground, marine, and airborne surveys and handling processing, reporting, etc.
- Proficiency in using the Office suite and relevant software for geophysical data processing.
- Relevant experience in developing business and sales and marketing processes.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills in English; French proficiency is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, including crafting concise and effective written proposals, presentations, and reports.
- Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Self-directed, disciplined, and effective in time management and organization.

**The benefits of this position include**:

- Highly competitive compensation, based on experience, with the opportunity for profit sharing.
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Extended health insurance.
- Generous vacation and compensatory leave.
- Flexible working hours and the option for teleworking.
- Pension plans to help secure your financial future.
- Casual dress code for a comfortable and relaxed work environment.
- Parental leave to support employees who need to take time off for family reasons.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Work Location: One location