GIS Application Specialist (Esri) – Contract Position

Seeking GIS Application Specialist (Esri) – Contract Position for immediate hire. Accepting applications from all groups.

WHO WE ARE:

Mariner innovates always and everywhere, turning novel ideas into practical solutions. From products and services to venture creation, we build better futures powered by people. Our purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company for those who make an impact – elevating people, data, and technology in the best way to solve hard problems. We partner with people embracing change, leveraging data, cybersecurity, cloud, and change management to drive successful business outcomes that matter to our customers.

Mariners build for change. Like SHIFT Energy, our energy management and decarbonization company. Or East Valley Ventures, created to scale social economic impact in our communities through investment and mentorship of emerging change-makers and their companies.

Mariner’s purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company and the core values that guide us every day are:

OUR VALUES

• We care for our team.
• We care about the impact we have on our community.
• We serve by solving complex problems.
• We grow because growth fuels opportunities.
• We innovate always and everywhere.
• We build a business that lasts.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE: 

We are seeking a highly skilled Application Specialist with expertise in Esri ArcGIS to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have experience in asset management solutions, mobile field forms, and the configuration of GIS. This role will involve analyzing business processes, developing solutions, and ensuring the effective use of GIS technology to meet organizational goals.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING IN THE ROLE:  

• Work closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Lead solution workshop and technical knowledge transfer activities.
• Contribute to analysis of business processes, needs analysis, and functional requirements definition.
• Design, setup and configure ArcGIS Online to implement asset management solutions, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of assets, and tight integration with existing deployment for maps.
• Develop workflows for asset management using GIS technology.
• Design and implement mobile field forms for data collection and field operations.

WHAT SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS YOU’LL NEED TO DO THE JOB:   

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in a business systems analyst / application specialist role with a focus on GIS and/or asset management-based systems.
• Proven experience with ESRI ArcGIS software suite.
• Experience with data structuring/modeling, application design and consulting related to asset management, and work management systems as they relate to enterprise GIS.
• Proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS, preferably ArcGIS Online.
• Experience with asset management software (e.g., Cityworks, Infor, or similar).
• Familiarity with mobile data collection tools and software (e.g., Survey123, Collector for ArcGIS).
• Knowledge of SQL and database management.
• Prior experience in the water and/or utilities sector is an asset.

SOFT SKILLS:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

…AND YOU ARE…  

• Always improving your skills and knowledge: you want to be the best at what you do.    
• Curious and creative; comfortable taking on new problems and challenges.  
• A self-starter with the ability to recommend priorities to the project leader.   
• Comfortable working through problems and figuring things out with minimal supervision.  
• Great problem-solving skills: thorough and reliable.
• Able to work in a team: share knowledge and assist other team members.  
• A good communicator: able to explain your ideas and recommendations.  
• Well organized and dependable under pressure: you manage your time effectively.  
• Energized by our company values!    

WHY MARINER?

We believe in making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work! Not only are we passionate about nurturing a thriving technology sector here in Atlantic Canada, but we are also committed to solving technology challenges that will make an impact worldwide. Technology is everlasting, and we take pride in connecting world class talent to world class projects and business solutions.

If you are an IT Professional, Software Professional, or Management Consultant, that is passionate about career development, data, and problem solving, we want to hear from you! If this sounds like someone you know, share this with them so they do not miss the opportunity to experience Mariner!

To achieve this, we know we need to be all in on training and development of our team so we can continue to move the needle in the technology sector together. Of course, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to our team, but our competitive edge is the development and training that our team experiences every day.

Be part of our vibrant community that values diversity and embraces inclusion at every level. We are committed to fostering a culture where individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life feel empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Our collaborative environment celebrates the richness of ideas and experiences, and we believe that by embracing diversity, we can achieve greater innovation and excellence together. Come and help us create a workplace that reflects the beautiful tapestry of our global community.

Join our growing team!