GIS Analyst

Mosaic Forest Management Corporation; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Annual bonus

Benefits package

Defined contribution pension

Generous vacation

Remote work up to 1 day/week

Education & development opportunities

Job summary

Mosaic is seeking a GIS Analyst to work from Vancouver Island offices in Nanaimo, Nanoose Bay, or Campbell River, BC. You will perform spatial analyses, data integration, and map production to support sustainable land management across forestry, watershed, renewable energy, and related projects.

The role requires 3+ years in GIS and strong ArcGIS skills. Join a values-driven team offering competitive pay, annual bonus, comprehensive benefits, a defined contribution pension, generous vacation,

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in GIS, Geography, Geomatics, Forestry, or related spatial field.
• 3+ years of GIS analysis, data management, and cartographic production.
• Solid QC skills to identify and fix data issues.
• Experience with Esri ArcGIS Suite (Pro, Online, Enterprise).
• Experience building geodatabases and data standards.
• Python, ModelBuilder, and/or FME automation experience.
• SQL Server in GIS contexts.
• Ability to work across various project types with limited direction.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate, communicate clearly, manage priorities.
• Asset: familiarity with Trimble LRM, forestry data systems, coastal BC terrain.
• Asset: ABCFP registration as RPF/RFT or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Conduct spatial analyses to support planning and land management.
• Integrate and QC spatial data from multiple sources.
• Produce operational maps, map series, and web maps.
• Automate repetitive analyses and workflows with Python, ModelBuilder, and FME.
• Collaborate with planners, foresters, and project teams to translate results into insights.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

GIS/Geography/Geomatics degree or diploma

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Enterprise

ModelBuilder

Python

FME

MS SQL Server

Trimble LRM

Job description

Explore A Career At Mosaic

Mosaic is a diversified, 100% Canadian-owned land solutions company focused on long-term value creation from private forest lands and public forest tenures. Through an integrated, multi-use approach, Mosaic manages its land base across sustainable forestry, renewable energy, watershed services, recreation, real estate and carbon programs, bringing together innovation and stewardship to strengthen economic performance and environmental resilience. By aligning these complementary uses within a single land portfolio, Mosaic builds lasting value while helping shape the future of sustainable land management. Learn more at MosaicForests.com.

The Opportunity

Mosaic is seeking a GIS Analyst to work out of one of our Vancouver Island offices in Nanaimo, Nanoose Bay, or Campbell River, British Columbia.

The Role

Reporting to the Manager, Forest Information Systems (FIS) Services, the GIS Analyst takes on the full range of spatial work across Mosaic’s landbase, from sustainable forestry and watershed services to renewable energy, recreation, real estate and carbon projects. One week might involve improving inherited data and rebuilding a workflow; the next, running an analysis for an operational plan and producing a map series for field crews, or scoping spatial data for a new project. We're looking for someone comfortable taking on an unfamiliar problem and working out how to solve it. Specific responsibilities will vary with business priorities and and will include:

• Conduct spatial analyses that support operational planning and land management decisions — constraint and net-area analysis, terrain modelling, suitability assessment, and change detection;
• Integrate and quality-control spatial data from internal, contractor, provincial, and third-party sources — layouts, as-builts, cruise data, imagery and LiDAR;
• Produce operational maps, map series, and web maps for field crews, reports, and regulatory submissions;
• Automate repetitive analysis and data workflows using Python, ModelBuilder, and FME; and
• Work directly with planners, foresters, and project teams to scope spatial data needs and translate results into clear, actionable insights.

What We’re Seeking

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in GIS, Geography, Geomatics, Forestry, Environmental Science, or a related spatial discipline;
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in GIS analysis, spatial data management, and cartographic production;
• Solid spatial data QC skills — the ability to find and fix problems in data from a range of sources;
• Strong working knowledge of the Esri ArcGIS Suite, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS Enterprise;
• Experience building and maintaining project and file geodatabases, and working within established data standards;
• Experience automating GIS processes using Python, ModelBuilder, and/or FME;
• Working knowledge of relational databases, including MS SQL Server, in a GIS environment;
• Comfort working across a variety of project types, including unfamiliar ones, with limited direction;
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills;
• Ability to collaborate effectively, communicate clearly, and manage multiple priorities;
• Familiarity with Trimble Land Resource Manager (LRM), forestry data systems, and coastal BC terrain is considered an asset; and
• Forestry work experience and/or registration with the ABCFP as an RPF or RFT (or eligibility for registration) is considered an asset.

Mosaic values diversity and recognizes that talent comes in many forms. Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We’re eager to learn about your unique knowledge, skills and experiences.

What You Get

We are proud of our highly collaborative, respectful, and innovative work environment. Our employees are empowered with high levels of role autonomy and the ability to make decisions and lead change.

At Mosaic, we believe in rewarding our employees with a comprehensive and competitive package that reflects the value they bring to our team. Here's a glimpse of what you can expect when you join us:

• Competitive compensation that matches your skills and experience.
• Annual bonus tied to both individual and company performance, recognizing your contributions to our success.
• Employer-paid premiums for a robust benefits package to support your wellness.
• Company-funded defined contribution pension plan to help secure your future.
• Generous paid vacation program, to recharge and relax.
• Up to one day per week of remote work, subject to role requirements and leader approval.
• We also offer various additional benefits and programs, including maternity and parental leave EI top-ups, opportunities for continuing education and professional development.

All programs and benefits are subject to change.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $72,000 to $90,000. Individual compensation is commensurate with skill, relevant experience, and education.

At Mosaic, we believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can contribute their whole, authentic selves to help us achieve our strategic goals. We’re proud to be an Employer Partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and promotes equity.