Remote GIS Specialist - Mining Operations

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work stipend

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Flexible work schedule

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled GIS Specialist to join a globally distributed, fully remote team focused on optimizing mining operations through spatial analysis.

Responsibilities include managing GIS databases, creating maps and visualizations, and performing spatial modeling to support exploration, mine planning, and logistics. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of GIS experience and strong communication skills for a remote work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Geomatics, or related field.
• 5+ years of GIS experience in mining or natural resources.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS, QGIS, and related extensions.
• Experience with PostgreSQL/PostGIS and data manipulation techniques.
• Knowledge of remote sensing and image analysis is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and manage GIS databases for exploration and mining projects.
• Create detailed thematic maps, spatial analyses, and visualizations for decision-making.
• Analyze spatial data to identify optimal sites for exploration and infrastructure.
• Conduct spatial modeling and suitability analyses for mining applications.
• Provide GIS support and training to field teams and stakeholders.
• Ensure data integrity and adherence to industry standards for geospatial information.

Skills

ArcGIS

QGIS

PostGIS

Remote sensing

Spatial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in GIS/Geography

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

PostgreSQL

PostGIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled GIS Specialist to join their globally distributed, fully remote team, dedicated to optimizing mining operations through advanced spatial analysis. This role is essential for managing, analyzing, and visualizing geographical data critical to exploration, mine planning, environmental monitoring, and operational logistics. You will be instrumental in creating and maintaining spatial databases, developing interactive maps, and providing crucial insights derived from geospatial information. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the spatial intelligence of a leading mining company, working collaboratively from any location with a focus on technological advancement and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and manage Geographic Information System (GIS) databases for exploration and mining projects.
• Create detailed thematic maps, spatial analyses, and visualizations to support decision-making.
• Analyze spatial data to identify optimal sites for exploration, infrastructure, and operational planning.
• Conduct spatial modeling and suitability analysis for various mining-related applications.
• Provide GIS support and training to field teams and other stakeholders.
• Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and adherence to industry standards for all geospatial information.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Geomatics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in GIS, with a focus on the mining or natural resources sector.
• Proficiency with major GIS software packages such as ArcGIS, QGIS, and related extensions.
• Experience with spatial database management (e.g., PostgreSQL/PostGIS) and data manipulation techniques.
• Knowledge of remote sensing principles and image analysis is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills suitable for a remote work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remote work stipend.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Flexible work schedule and location independence.
• Professional development opportunities and access to cutting-edge GIS technology.

Be part of a forward-thinking company leveraging technology to advance mining operations globally.