Database and GIS Specialist

2 days ago

vancouver, metro vancouver regional district, Canada Onyx Gold Corp. Full-time

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Onyx Gold is a Canadian exploration company advancing a portfolio of gold projects in Timmins, Ontario, and in east-central Yukon. Our flagship Munro-Croesus property hosts the recent Argus North discovery, where a multi-rig drill program is currently focused. The Company is well-financed and positioned to continue advancing high-potential exploration targets across one of the largest land packages in the Timmins gold camp.

We are currently hiring a full-time Database and GIS Specialist and seek capable and dynamic individuals to join our team. We offer competitive remuneration, and a challenging and rewarding opportunity to grow your skills, broaden your experience and work with an established team of industry professionals advancing an exciting new gold discovery.

Job Title: Database and GIS Specialist

Application Deadline: Friday, February 27, 2026

Start Date: ASAP

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the internal authority on exploration data integrity, structure, and validation.
  • Manage GIS and geological databases and all drilling, surface, structural, geophysical, geochemical, and historic datasets, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and organization.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain QA/QC systems and protocols and provide regular reporting.
  • Coordinate sample dispatch workflows and liaise with analytical laboratories to manage chain-of-custody, data delivery, QA/QC, and result integration.
  • Create maps, cross-sections, figures, and other graphic material for exploration planning, reports, news releases, and marketing.
  • Support lands and tenure data management, including spatial validation and reporting.
  • Assist with reporting for senior management, project partners, NI 43-101 technical reports, and government filings.
  • Prepare and contribute to technical documentation including internal memos, monthly updates, and annual reports for senior management, the Board, and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Geoscience or a related field (a post-graduate degree is considered an asset).
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in mineral exploration or mining.
  • Strong working knowledge of SQL-backed databases and schema design.
  • Experience managing drillhole data collection in exploration environments (e.g. MX Deposit or equivalent), preferably including the use of Python or similar scripting languages to automate data validation, QA/QC checks, and reporting workflows.
  • Experience and proficiency with GIS software and data management (preferably ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Field Maps, or similar).
  • Experience with and adherence to CIM and NI43-101 guidelines for geological databases and QA/QC
  • Experience supporting large, multi-rig drill programs with high sample throughput is considered a strong asset.
  • Possess a demonstrated commitment to safety, environment, and community.
  • Self-motivated and results-oriented with a proactive approach to tasks and challenges.
  • Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required.
  • Legal authorization to work in Canada required.
  • Competitive remuneration package including discretionary annual performance bonuses and employee stock incentivization plans.
  • Extended health and dental benefits package.
  • Paid sick leave, vacation, and statutory holidays.
  • Employer-paid professional development (e.g. advanced education, short courses).
  • On-the-job training, mentoring, and coaching.
  • Diverse and multidisciplinary projects with international travel opportunities.

Applications submitted through LinkedIn will not be considered. Please email a cover letter and resume to directly.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.