GIS Map Producer

Apply By: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Mining Policy and Sector Development Division, Ontario Geological Survey Branch

City:
Sudbury

Position(s) language:

Job term: 1 Permanent

Job code: 12406 - Drafter 3

$1,120.08 - $1,358.26 Per week
* * Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

If you are a team-oriented individual with a strong mix of graphic design and Geographic Information System (GIS) skills, we are interested in knowing more about what you can bring to the fast-paced environment at the Ontario Geological Survey, Ministry of Energy and Mines.

The Ontario Geological Survey collects, distributes and applies geoscience data and information to attract and guide mineral investment and to help inform broad provincial land-use planning decisions related to the environment, ecology, climate change and public health and safety.

Geoservices Section delivers chemical and physical analyses of inorganic materials at the Geoscience Laboratories; cartographic, editorial, and publication services of geoscience products; warehouse services, library and archiving services.

In this role, you will be part of a team providing cartographic and related support services in publishing geoscience information for the mining industry and other client groups. You will:

• generate, maintain and administer digital and hard copy geological maps within a Geographic Information System (GIS)
• complete all illustrative material (i.e. charts, figures, illustrations, photos and miscellaneous graphics) required for inclusion in geological reports, maps and data sets using various graphic and drafting software applications and GIS software
• provide advice to colleagues on technical aspects of graphics, drafting, map production and assess new graphics software, hardware and drafting techniques
• participate on design teams and committees and provide input during development and modification of internal cartographic standards and publication processes

Technical expertise:

• You have knowledge of drafting, graphics design, esthetic and artistic layout principles.
• You have knowledge of cartographic and map construction techniques, principles and practices.
• You have working knowledge of graphics, publishing and presentation software including Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat and PowerPoint, database, word processing, spreadsheets and various graphics file formats.
• You have a thorough knowledge of GIS software to construct digital geological maps, figures and related products.
• You have knowledge of printing industry standards and latest products (e.g. plotters, scanners) and supplies (e.g. papers, ink systems) to ensure production of quality products.

• You have knowledge and understanding of digital topographic projections, co-ordinate systems and methods.
• You have knowledge of geological and technical terms and descriptions used in construction of geological maps and related graphics.
• You can operate and maintain scanners and plotters and purchase drafting and map production supplies and equipment.

• You have demonstrated written communication skills to prepare and edit geological terms on posters, figures, maps and other visual products.
• You have demonstrated interpersonal and oral communication skills to liaise with professional and non-technical employees in order to discuss, explain, and convey information.
• You have well developed interpersonal skills to deal diplomatically and tactfully with clients and with co-workers in a team setting to resolve misunderstandings and to clarify points of view and opinions.

• You have the ability to find and evaluate various drafting techniques, and select the best solution for performing non-standard, technical tasks.
• You can develop solutions or options to cartographic and GIS problems that can be integrated into the drafting process to match changing information requirements.
• You have the ability to identify inconsistencies and/or deficiencies in products submitted for publication, and respond to issues and provide recommendations.

• You can work on multiple tasks with potentially conflicting deadlines and cope with unexpected requests and rapidly changing priorities.
• You are able to establish a work plan, identify priorities and establish deadlines.