AddressWorking Conditions: Hybrid Working Environment
Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
Location: Niagara On-The-Lake, ON
Travel: 10%
Deadline to Apply: February 5, 2023
BE THE GENERATION to help build a brighter tomorrow.
OPG continues to set the bar for environmental protection, community involvement and economic impact-all while safely keeping the lights on.
Now we've set our sights on being a net-zero carbon company by 2040 and a catalyst to help the economies where we operate achieve net-zero by 2050.
OPG operates a diverse portfolio of generation assets including nuclear, hydroelectric, biomass and solar. We are also a clean tech leader and innovator, offering challenging and unique work opportunities. Help us use our power to change the world.
JOB OVERVIEW
Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is seeking a result's driven professional to join our Hydrotechnical Engineering & Field Support Team in the role of GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Specialist at our Niagara On-The-Lake location in Ontario.
Reporting to the Plant Technical Support Manager, the GIS Specialist will be responsible for the development, coordinating, planning, implementing, updating and maintaining of OPG's GIS System.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment where you will contribute to Ontario Power Generation's continued growth and success in generating safe, clean, reliable low-cost power in a sustainable manner.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Responsible for collecting, compiling, analyzing, organizing, updating, editing and maintaining geographic data and mapping data.
- Act as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) and Subject Matter Expert (SME) for GIS related information at OPG.
- Operate and maintain OPG's Enterprise GIS / WebGIS platform.
- Provide leadership and technical support to GIS / WebGIS end users.
- Create and maintain graphical user interfaces, customizations and tools to extend WebGIS functionalities.
- Prepare custom and standard maps (inundation maps, public safety maps, emergency response maps etc.), reports and user guides, training and presentations, etc..
- Assist various project teams with map based data analysis, data query, mapping, graphics and design work that involves the use of GIS software.
- Perform/procure service for spatial data collection using GPS, LiDAR, and other technologies.
- Consult and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders for map preparation and data acquisition including fieldwork for topographic and bathymetric data including but not limited to LiDAR surveys, satellite imagery, and aerial photographs.
- Perform other duties as required.
- 4- year Bachelor's degree in Geography, Earth Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science or related field of study
- Formal training in GIS, Master's degree in GIS is preferred
- Advanced level expertise in use of GIS software including ESRI suite of products;
- Progressive experience with extensive application of GIS and geospatial tools;
- Demonstrated knowledge of current GIS principles, methodologies and practices for data management;
- Proficiency with SQL database programming and Python scripting language;
- Experienced using complex data models and GIS data structure;
- Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills;
- Ability to quickly assess, detect and correct errors and/or mitigate risks to the organization;
- Thorough attention to detail; able to prioritize and multitask; proactive and deadline-oriented;
- Sound professional judgment, initiative, with a results-oriented focus and the ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced changing environment and
- Strong interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills.
WHY OPG?
As Ontario's largest clean energy generator, OPG offers an exciting combination of challenging opportunities and career diversity in a fast-paced work environment. Being an OPG employee means you can apply your knowledge, broaden your skills and make a valuable contribution to an organization that is vital to the province's wellbeing.
At OPG, our values are our strengths. They are fundamental truths about our organization that don't change. Safety. Integrity. Excellence. People and Citizenship.
Here's why OPG might just be the ideal workplace for you:
- Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide
- Long-term career growth and development opportunities
- Electricity is vital to the province and OPG's clean electricity is helping decarbonize other sectors.
Our promise to you:
- We care about the safety and the well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority.
- A supportive work environment where you can be your best every day.
- Opportunities to stretch and develop.
- Offer different ways for you to give back to communities where we operate.
- Partner with Indigenous communities and support local businesses.
- We support employment equity, diversity and inclusion.
Please submit your application online at by 11:59 PM E.S.T., February 5, 2023. OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.
ACCOMMODATIONS
OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made.
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