Survey Party Chief (Yellowknife)

Key Words: Surveyor, Geomatics, Survey Party Chief, Land Surveyor,
Location: Yellowknife, Northwest Territories

Employment: Permanent year-round and Seasonal (May-Nov) opportunities available!!

Company Overview:

Challenger Geomatics is an employee-owned land surveying firm with a strong track record for recognizing and retaining talent and providing quality innovative solutions to our clients. Our team of talented professionals uses the latest technology to deliver land surveying, mapping and remote sensing services. We work hard to understand the needs of our clients and deliver exceptional service to support the successful delivery of their projects. We offer our employees competitive compensation along with health and dental benefits, RRSP matching, work-life balance initiatives, and much more. Join our team today!

Position Overview:

Challenger Geomatics has an opening for a land surveying Survey Party Chief based in Yellowknife, NWT, for both permanent year-round and seasonal (May-Nov) positions. The Survey Party Chief collects data in the field and works with our experienced project managers on a variety of survey assignments. This includes legal and construction surveys, working either on your own as head of the survey crew.

This position will be located out of Yellowknife, with projects throughout northern Canada. Candidates should have a willingness to travel to where the work is. You will have the chance to work on different types of projects and grow your career through participation in our training and development programs. Relocation assistance is available.

General Responsibilities:

• Completes field surveys and works closely with the Project Manager to ensure all client objectives are met.
• Provides necessary documentation to office staff including any field notes, computations, and other survey data.
  
• Communicates effectively with team members and ensures tasks are completed on time.
• Performs all health and safety duties as identified in the company’s safety procedures.
  
• Skilled with the use of survey equipment (GPS/GNSS Rovers, Total Stations, Locators, etc.) and ensures all company equipment and vehicles are properly operated and maintained.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Geomatics or related discipline as well as previous survey experience.
• Experience in the energy sector or construction is an asset
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license
  
• Any valid safety certificates an asset (i.e. H2S, First Aid, CSTS, Wildlife Awareness)
• Physical fitness - party chief's work outside in tough conditions, often carrying equipment long distances