Job Description

Forbes Bros Ltd. Is currently looking for an experienced GIS Specialist to join support our Technical Services Team. This is position will require occasional travel and work at various sites/locations across Canada and/or the USA. We are considering hybrid and fully remote in Canada.

The GIS Specialist, reporting to the Engineering Manager, will work daily with engineering, environmental, and project/operations management teams – the successful candidate will be responsible for GIS data management, mapping and analysis, and implementation and maintenance of GIS tools required to support engineering, environmental management, and project managers during the planning, design, and construction of transmission line projects.

Forbes Bros Ltd. has a family-oriented culture that focuses on flexibility, communication, growth & respect in the workplace. Welcome to this exciting career opportunity!

What We Offer:

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive health benefits plan
• Enrolment in Pension Program
• Vacation pay & Stat Holiday pay
• Family orientated working environment
• Opportunities for career growth and development

Key Responsibilities:

• Lives Forbes Bro. value of WE WORK SAFE & never compromising on safety in all aspects of our every day
• Collect, organize, and maintain GIS data related to transmission lines, including land use, topography, environmental factors, and infrastructure.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and accessibility.
• Create detailed maps and spatial analyses to support transmission line routing, design, planning, and construction.
• Work closely with engineering and environment teams to integrate GIS data into design and construction processes.
• Communicate findings and analyses through reports, presentations, and visualizations to stakeholders and project teams.
• Assist with development, implementation of GIS based project tracking, KPIs and project analytic tools including ArcGIS dashboards.
• Configure maps and forms for Field Maps to facilitate and support field teams recording GIS data during site visits and inspections.
• Assist in the preparation of permits, regulatory submissions, and environmental assessments.
• Develop and maintain automation tools, including power automate, to streamline GIS related workflows and enhance data analysis capabilities.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geospatial Sciences, Environmental Science, Engineering or Successful completion of a diploma or degree in GIS/Geomatics from an institute of recognized standing and two years of related experience.
• 3 years' experience with geodatabase topologies and parcel fabrics along with Online Web-based products and FME.
• Proficiency in mapping and analytics software platforms, as well as geospatial data integration tools.
• Proficiency in using ESRI products including ArcGIS Online and Field Maps and related tools.
• Experience in GIS within the utility sector, specifically in transmission line design and planning would be considered an asset.
• Experience with Power Automate, Survey123, and Python coding would be considered an asset.

Disclaimer: As per client/site requirements, candidates may be required to undergo pre-access screening.

Forbes Bros Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer committed to best practice recruiting and hiring, to promote gender equality and workplace diversity. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates who meet the requirements noted and who earn an invitation to interview will be contacted.