Database and GIS Specialist

Onyx Gold Corp.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Health and dental benefits

Paid sick leave and vacation

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A Canadian exploration company is seeking a Database and GIS Specialist in Vancouver. This full-time role involves managing GIS and geological databases, ensuring data integrity, and supporting exploration projects. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Geoscience and a minimum of 3 years’ experience, along with strong SQL and GIS skills. Competitive remuneration and benefits are offered, alongside opportunities for professional development and international projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in mineral exploration or mining.
• Experience managing drillhole data collection.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, environment, and community.

Responsibilities

• Manage GIS and geological databases for exploration data.
• Coordinate sample dispatch workflows with laboratories.
• Create maps and figures for exploration planning.

Skills

Geoscience knowledge

SQL database management

GIS software proficiency

Data validation

Python scripting

Safety commitment

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Geoscience

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

MX Deposit

Job description

Please do not apply through LinkedIn. Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to [e-mail]. No applications from employment firms will be accepted.

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 [e-mail] directly.

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