Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist
Agnico EagleOntario, Canada
Posted May 19, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Agnico Eagle is a leading Canadian gold producer with a 65-year legacy of extracting precious metals. The company operates mining assets in Canada, Finland, Mexico, and Australia, while actively exploring in those regions plus the United States and Sweden. Its disciplined strategy of selling no forward gold ensures that both the company and its shareholders remain fully exposed to market price movements, providing a transparent approach to gold. A consistent dividend record since 1983 underscores its commitment to shareholder value, while its diversified geographic footprint and robust exploration pipeline position it as a resilient player in the global mining sector.
Job Description
Agnico Eagle is seeking a Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist to provide geospatial expertise to support environmental monitoring, reporting, and management at the Detour Lake Mine. The successful candidate will develop and maintain spatial datasets, conduct spatial analysis and modeling, and collaborate with environmental staff to integrate GIS data with other environmental systems.
Requirements
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Environmental Science, or related field
- years of experience with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS)
- Strong understanding of spatial analysis, cartography, and geospatial data management
- Experience working with environmental data and regulations
- Knowledge/Experience with Intelex or other Environment Management Systems is an asset
- Experience with programming languages (e.g., Python, R) is an asset
- Familiarity with environmental modeling software (e.g., ArcHydro) is an asset
- Knowledge of geospatial data standards and best practices is an asset
- Certification in GIS (e.g., ESRI Certified Associate) is an asset
Benefits
- Accommodations and meals provided on site at no cost to the employee
- Transportation to and from the mine site provided
- Travel expenses covered according to location of residence in Canada
