Geologic Database Administrator

About Kinterra Professional Services Group Ltd. Kinterra Professional Services Group Ltd. is a Toronto-based company backed by Kinterra Capital, a private equity firm focused on developing the battery metals and downstream infrastructure necessary for the modern economy. Kinterra Capital team has built multiple Private Equity platforms over the past 15 years, raising more than $3 billion from leading global institutional investors. Kinterra Professional Services Group Ltd. advises and supports the investment and asset management activities of Kinterra Capital. At Kinterra Professional Services Group Ltd., we generate the best ideas from diverse perspectives in a culture of collaboration, accountability, and transparency. We aim to execute with excellence and deliver robust returns for our investors while creating a more sustainable future. Kinterra Professional Services Group Ltd. is seeking high-caliber Individuals who Enjoy: A deeply rooted culture of integrity and high performance. Stimulating work in a fast-paced and intellectually challenging environment. A workplace committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. An opportunity to be part of the energy transition. General Overview We are seeking a Geologic Database Administrator to join our corporate technical services team, supporting development-stage mining projects across multiple commodities and jurisdictions. The role is equivalent in seniority to a Project or Senior Geologist, depending on experience level, but with a clear specialization in database management. Based in our Toronto head office (or remotely, with periodic travel), you will report to and work closely with the Principal Geologist – Data Manager. Together, you will lead the design, implementation, and stewardship of a centralized, multi-deposit geologic and assay database, while also supporting portfolio-site geology teams in their day-to-day data workflows. Secondarily, you will have opportunities to contribute to technical due diligence on new acquisitions, particularly around data quality, data room review, and database readiness. Role-Specific Accountabilities Database Implementation & Governance Lead geologic database implementations and migrations for newly acquired projects, including data mapping, validation, and roll-out. Build and maintain a unified, centralized geologic and assay database spanning multiple deposits and portfolio companies. Configure, administer, and optimize acQuire GIM Suite, including data structures, workflows, imports/exports, user roles, and security. Develop and maintain standards and governance for data structures, naming conventions, metadata, and auditability across assets. Prepare and maintain documentation, SOPs, and guidance materials for geologic and assay data management. Systems Integration & Automation Design and manage integrations between acQuire and third-party software and data providers, such as: Geologic AI, CorePlan, Krux, Imago, ALS Webtrieve, IMDEX HUB-IQ Build and maintain importers, exporters, and ETL workflows to streamline data capture from drilling, logging, laboratory, and field systems. Develop and support reporting tools and dashboards to deliver timely information to site geologists, resource teams, and corporate management. Collaborate with internal IT and external vendors to ensure secure, reliable, and efficient data flows. Support Site Geology Teams Provide hands-on support to site geology teams on database use, workflows, and troubleshooting. Plan and deliver training sessions (on-site and remote) on acQuire GIM Suite and related data workflows. Help geologists optimize their logging, sampling, and assay workflows for data quality, consistency, and downstream use in resource models and mine planning. Act as a key liaison between corporate data standards and site-specific operational realities. Data Quality, QA/QC & Technical Integrity Support the design and implementation of QA/QC programs for drilling and assay data (standards, blanks, duplicates, umpire checks, etc.). Work with resource geologists and consultants to ensure databases are clean, well-documented, and fit for use in resource estimation and technical reporting. Participate in data reviews and audits, including legacy data rehabilitation and validation projects. Provide technical input to due diligence on potential acquisitions, focused on data quality, data completeness, and database structure. Collaboration & Travel Work closely with the Principal Geologist – Data Manager, resource geologists, exploration teams, mine planners, and corporate leadership. Build relationships with site teams to ensure alignment between corporate data strategy and on-the-ground needs. Travel up to 25% of the time (up to ~one week per month), domestically and internationally, for implementations, training, and site support. Qualifications & Experience: Required: Degree in Geology or a closely related field. Minimum of 5 years combined experience in geology and geologic data management; 8–10 years total experience is ideal. Experience working as a Project Geologist, Senior Geologist, or equivalent, with significant responsibility for drilling, logging, sampling, or data management. Demonstrated hands-on experience administering acQuire GIM Suite (configuration, workflows, data loading, security, and reporting). Solid understanding of drilling, sampling, core logging, and assay workflows in exploration and/or mine production environments. Basic SQL coding experience (e.g., queries, simple views, data validation checks). Familiarity with QA/QC concepts and best practices for geologic and assay data. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to train and support geologists and technicians at varying levels of experience. Willingness and ability to travel to project sites (sometimes remote) as required Considered an Asset Experience with mine planning and modeling tools such as: Deswik, Leapfrog, Origin, Vulcan Experience with other geologic database platforms such as: Geobank, Fusion, DataSHed, MX Deposit Experience logging core and/or managing drill programs (RC and/or diamond). Experience building dashboards or reports for technical and management audiences (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or similar). Experience standardizing data across multiple deposits or operating sites and building a corporate data model. Personal Attributes: Hands-on and pragmatic – comfortable working directly with data, drilling into issues, and helping site teams solve real-world problems. Detail-oriented and structured, with a strong focus on data quality, consistency, and traceability. Collaborative communicator who can build trust with both corporate staff and site-based geologists and technicians. Change champion who can help drive adoption of new systems and standards in a constructive, supportive way. Curious and continuous learner, staying current with evolving tools, integrations, and best practices in geoscience data management. Equally comfortable in office and field environments, and able to adapt to different cultures, jurisdictions, and operating contexts.