GIS Specialist
Required skills
- GIS datasets
- GIS systems
- ESRI ArcGIS desktop
- ArcGIS Enterprise
- CAD
- Maximo
- Propworks
Nice to have
- Vertigis Geocortex
- Studio
- Safe Software FME
- land surveying
- French language
Role summary
YVR is seeking a permanent, full-time GIS Specialist for the Engineering Services Department. This role reports to the Manager, Engineering Services and is responsible for planning, managing, and maintaining GIS data and applications. Key duties include overseeing GIS changes and integrations, designing maps, providing training and support for the webGIS system, and managing the GIS system by ensuring accurate data import from construction changes and developing systems for attribute information. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience maintaining GIS datasets and systems for a large organization, supplemented by a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Demonstrated experience with ESRI ArcGIS desktop and ArcGIS Enterprise is required, along with knowledge of computer programming. Familiarity with Vertigis Geocortex, Safe Software's FME, and land surveying methodology is considered an asset.
YVR is a place of connection, bringing together people, places and cargo while ensuring a safe and efficient experience for everyone. Airport Operations is an integral part to the success of the airport system, as a key role in facilitating safe and efficient and predictable movement of aircraft and all customers that those aircraft serve. Roles in Airport Operations are exciting and dynamic and require a strong team approach – which is key to everything we do.
We have an opportunity for a permanent, full-time GIS Specialist in the Engineering Services Department. Reporting to the Manager, Engineering Services, the successful candidate will be responsible for planning, managing and maintaining the GIS data and GIS applications. He or she will oversee maintenance and integrations of locations in other software (i.e., Maximo, Propworks, CAD and GIS).
Key responsibilities include:
Planning, overseeing and implementing GIS changes and integrations which includes working with webGIS users and users of the data to ensure that the GIS system is meeting the needs of the users.
Designing and creating maps for internal and external use.
Providing training and support for the webGIS system which will include leading classroom and one-on-one training for a variety of Airport Authority staff
Managing the GIS system by ensuring that all of the changes that happen during construction are imported into the GIS in a systematic and accurate way, as well as, developing systems so that attribute information for important elements within the GIS can be effectively added from as-builts and field surveys
Designing, building and running import scripts that takes data from the CAD environment and combines it with data from other sources to create or update GIS datasets
Key qualifications include:
At least 4 years’ recent, related experience maintaining GIS datasets and GIS systems for a large organization, supplemented by a Bachelor of Technology in GIS or equivalent education; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
Demonstrated experience using various ESRI ArcGIS desktop software products
Experience with all aspects of the ArcGIS Enterprise environment.
Familiarity with Vertigis Geocortex and Studio and Safe Software’s FME would be an asset
Proven knowledge of computer programming
Familiarity with land surveying methodology and equipment
Exceptional customer service skills
Although not required, French language skills are an asset as we are committed to providing bilingual services to our visitors and passengers. This helps us meet federal language obligations while ensuring a welcoming experience. Candidates who do not speak French are still strongly encouraged to apply.
This position is open to Vancouver Airport Authority employees only. Previous job performance will be taken into consideration for all internal candidates that apply for this position.
