GIS and Route Planning Analyst

Who We Are

Emterra Group is a dynamic, growth-oriented, and safety-focused group of companies. Our organization have been deemed to be an “essential service” by providing collection and processing for recycling, organics, and waste that keep our communities clean and safe. With customer service and safety as our focus, we are looking for an energetic and driven employee to support our growing company and play a crucial role in waste diversion and the circular economy. Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) and the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE).

The position of GIS and Route Planning Analyst will work with Emterra’s operations teams, to enhance current and future fleet/hauling operations, focusing on route optimization and asset utilization. The successful candidate will be required to travel within Canada for data collection purposes and the position will be based out of our Peel or Kitchener location

Position Description

• Source, implement, and utilize Geographic Information System (GIS) software to create and optimize collection routes for maximum productivity.
• On road/route observations of collection routes.
• Analyze fleet/hauling operations including driver and routing efficiency, time and motion studies, and cost saving improvements.
• Analyze data collected on the routes and add to existing database for various areas.
• Ensure routes are ‘driver-friendly’, efficient, and safe.
• Create digital and hard copy route maps that are ‘driver-friendly’.
• Maintain current and accurate route files, maps, and statistics.
• Review and report on KPIs.
• Convert Excel Data into shapefiles (Georeferencing).
• Collecting GIS data from various open data sources
• Create, maintain and/or modify existing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases.

Skills & Qualifications

• Recent graduate from a post-secondary GIS, Geography, Planning, or related program.
• Minimum of 1 year’s practical experience using GIS software.
• Strong understanding of routing, mapping, and GIS principles.
• Experience in a technical position or work experience in the transportation industry is preferred.
• Strong computer skills and advanced understanding of MS Office Suite and GIS software.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work well with teams as well as independently; and
• Ability and desire to think outside of the box.

Wage - $70,000 - $75,000/year

Onsite - Peel or Kitchener

Reasons to Apply, Stay and Grow with Emterra Group

• Opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s Greenest Employers!
• Competitive wages!
• Comprehensive health benefits (health, dental, and more depending on what you choose)!
• Employee Assistance Program, paid for by the Company!
• Tuition reimbursement program and professional development support!
• Be part of an entrepreneurial organization that wants to continue to learn and grow!
• Ability to have an impact and make change!

Are you ready to jumpstart your career by joining one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and become part of the environmental solution? If so, apply now! We appreciate all applicants who apply however only those who are qualified, will be contacted.

Emterra Group is committed to maintaining an equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Any applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our Human Resources Department. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Please note that AI may be used to support the application review process; however, all applications are reviewed by our Human Resources Team.

This posting is for an immediate vacancy, and we are actively hiring for this position.