Natural Resources Surveyor​/Geomatics Technician Swiftwater Consulting

Position: Natural Resources Surveyor / Geomatics Technician Swiftwater Consulting
Natural Resources Surveyor / Geomatics Technician - Swiftwater Consulting
Contact – Dave Banns ()

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for the outdoors, a thirst for adventure, and a drive to make a real impact in water resource management? If you're looking to launch your career in a role that blends technical rigor with boots-on-the-ground fieldwork, we want to hear from you.

About Swiftwater Consulting

Founded in 2017, Swiftwater Consulting has rapidly become one of British Columbia’s most sought-after water resource engineering firms, particularly within the mining sector. Their mission is simple yet profound: to understand water and its critical role in the success and sustainability of industrial and environmental projects.

With a team that has supported projects across nearly every continent and climate zone, Swiftwater Consulting is the embodiment of technical excellence, scientific curiosity, and a relentless commitment to quality. They are proud to support the advancement of hydrology and to help clients move their projects forward with confidence.

Swiftwater Consulting Core Practice Areas

Hydrometric & Climate Monitoring Services

Hydrologic Analyses & Hydrotechnical Design

Water & Air Quality Monitoring

GIS & Hydroinformatics

Aerial, Ground & Aquatic Surveying

Mining-Specific Hydrology Studies

Climate Change Assessments

Ancillary Environmental Services

Role and Responsibilities

This role supports surveying, geomatics, and geospatial data collection for mining and resource development projects. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering consulting team at Swiftwater, this role contributes to mine planning, environmental assessment, construction support, and reclamation projects. The position involves a combination of field-based surveying using GNSS and drone (UAS) technologies, as well as office-based GIS analysis and mapping. You will also work in water resources, assisting teams with establishing and maintaining monitoring programs, and reporting.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in the wilderness, enjoys hiking and remote travel, and is seeking hands-on experience in mining-related environmental, engineering, surveying and geospatial applications.

You’ll be based in their downtown Vancouver office when not in the field, but expected to spend a significant amount of time in some of the most stunning and rugged landscapes in Western Canada—and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

Field Surveying & Data Collection

Assist with GNSS surveys for mine site mapping, infrastructure layout, environmental monitoring, and baseline data collection.

Conduct drone (UAS) surveys to collect aerial imagery, topographic data, and volumetric information for mine planning and reporting.

Support fieldwork at active and legacy mine sites, including terrain that may be remote, rugged, or industrial.

Assist with survey control establishment, data validation, and field documentation.

Maintain and prepare surveying and drone equipment for field deployment.

Data Processing & Technical Support

Process GNSS and drone data to generate accurate survey deliverables, including orthomosaics, surface models, contours, and volumes.

Support GIS-based analysis and spatial data management for mining, environmental, and engineering projects.

Assist with data integration across survey, environmental, and engineering disciplines.

Perform quality control checks on spatial data and survey outputs.

GIS & Mapping

Create maps and figures using GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, QGIS) for technical reports, mine plans, and client deliverables.

Manage spatial datasets, metadata, and file organization in accordance with company standards.

Support development of repeatable GIS and survey workflows for mining projects.

Collaboration & Reporting

Work closely with engineers, geoscientists, environmental scientists, and senior surveyors.

Assist with preparation of figures, tables, and supporting materials for technical reports, regulatory submissions, and client presentations.

Follow health and safety protocols, site-specific requirements, and company quality standards.

Preferred Skills & Experience

Experience with drone/UAS surveying, photogrammetry, or remote…