Senior Database Geologist

Stantec; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 97,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision plans

Wellness program

Group retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase program

Pay transparency

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Senior Database Geologist to join our Energy and Resources Canada West team. This role focuses on integrating, managing, and optimizing large geological datasets to support resource estimation, mining engineering, hydrogeology, mine planning, mineral processing, and financial analysis.

You will lead projects, mentor teams, and assist with business development while working in a hybrid environment across Canada.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in database management and design across platforms such as Microsoft Access/SQL databases or similar tools.
• 8–10 years of experience managing large, complex databases and ensuring data integrity across project lifecycles.
• Diversified background in exploration and mining projects with focus on database management, field exploration, geologic modeling, and resource estimation.
• Attention to detail and strong QA/QC skills.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Understanding of NI43-101, JORC and SEC SK-1300 reporting requirements.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication abilities.
• Willingness to travel to remote locations for short periods.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and maintain geological databases using systems such as Microsoft Access, SQL-based platforms, AcQuire, or similar tools.
• Manage large and complex databases with data acquisition, validation, and QA/QC protocols.
• Analyze and interpret data using database and GIS programs like Microsoft Access, Excel, MinePlan, ArcGIS, MapInfo, Torque.
• Build geologic models using MinePlan, Leapfrog, Vulcan, Geologist or similar packages.
• Author independent technical reports as Qualified Person (NI43-101) or Competent Person (JORC) after gaining the necessary experience.
• Assist in business development with new and existing clients.

Skills

Database management

Microsoft Access

SQL databases

QA/QC

GIS data analysis

Geology data analysis

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology

M.Sc. degree preferred

P.Geo./QP designation preferred

Tools

MinePlan

Leapfrog

Vulcan

ArcGIS

MapInfo

Torque

AcQuire

Excel

Job description

At Stantec, we help deliver the critical minerals needed to power our world, from the cars we drive to the infrastructure powering our communities. And we don’t just design the largest, deepest, and most technically challenging mines in the world—we do it sustainably. We’re helping clients reduce energy usage, adopt clean energy sources, and implement digital solutions and automation.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a Senior Database Geologist to join our Energy and Resources Canada West team. This position requires an individual with strong data management experience and proven technical capabilities to support our industrial and mining sectors. The successful candidate will be responsible for integrating, managing, and optimizing large geological datasets to support our team responsible for resource-reserve estimation, mining engineering, hydrogeology, mine planning, mineral processing, and financial analysis. We are looking for someone to participate in multi-disciplinary team projects, who can lead projects in your area of expertise, and is willing to assist with business development of existing and new clients. Our offices are uniquely situated with a strong team of mining professionals and great growth potential.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Design, build and maintain geological databases using systems such as Microsoft Access, SQL-based platforms, AcQuire, or similar tools
• Manage large and complex databases, implementing data acquisition, validation and QA/QC protocols
• Analyze and interpret data using database and GIS programs such as Microsoft Access, Excel, MinePlan, ArcGIS, MapInfo, Torque or similar packages
• Build geologic models using software programs such as MinePlan, Leapfrog, Vulcan, Geologist or similar packages
• Author independent technical reports as Qualified Person (NI43-101) or Competent Person (JORC) once having obtained the necessary experience and qualification
• Assist in business development with new and existing clients

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Strong proficiency in database management and designs platforms such as Microsoft Access/SQL databases or similar tools.
• 8 to 10 years of experience in managing large, complex databases and ensuring data integrity across project lifecycles
• Diverse background in exploration and mining projects, with focus in database management, field exploration, geologic modeling, and resource estimation.
• Attention to detail and strong QA/QC skills
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• A broad understanding of the independent reporting requirements under NI43-101, JORC and SEC SK-1300
• Exceptional organizational, technical, leadership, and communication skills
• Understanding of project related risks
• Ability to develop a strong network in the local and national marketplace
• Willingness to work and travel to remote locations for short periods (e.g. two weeks)
• Registered as professional geologist with an accredited association

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology with preference given to those holding a M.Sc. degree
• 8 to 10 years of relevant experience
• P.Geo. or QP designation is preferred

Stantec is proud to offer a hybrid work environment and the opportunity to work remotely from your home office may be considered for this role.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #FeelingEnergized

Pay Range

• Locations Outside of Lower Mainland - BC & Various locations in Ontario-$96,800.00 - $145,200.00 Annually
• Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario-$102,600.00 - $153,900.00 Annually

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary:

• Health
• Dental
• Vision plans
• Wellness program
• Health care spending account
• Wellness spending account
• Group registered retirement savings plan
• Employee stock purchase program
• Group tax-free savings account
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Short-term/long-term disability plans
• Emergency travel benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional membership fee coverage
• Paid time off

• Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan
• Employee stock purchase program
• Group tax-free savings account

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location:

Canada | AB | Calgary

Other Locations:

Canada | SK | Saskatoon

Organization:

BC-1363 E&R-CA West

Employee Status:

Regular

Business Justification:

New Position

Travel:

No

Schedule:

Full time

Job Posting:

31/07/2026 03:07:19

Req ID:

1007040

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