Natural Resources Jobs in Canada. It is state owned agency for the development and research of natural resources in Canada. Due to large department, it consistently offer jobs in different sectors. Now offering the following jobs:
Vacancies:
- Junior remote sensing scientist
Education:
- Graduation from a recognized institution with experience.
Age limit:
- 24 years old or above.
Salary is from $88,618 to $99,150 per year.
The last date to apply: 28-March-2024.
How to apply:
Interested candidates can apply online here:
The Canada center for mapping and earth observation is a part of NRC. It was launched in 1970. The agency works closely with non governmental organizations for the development of GIS framework.
It develop remote sensing applications and technology. Now it is hiring as a junior remote sensing scientist. Duties and skills of selected candidates are following:
Duties:
Jr Remote sensing data scientist plays vital role in the research of image processing technologies for analysis and mapping. It is responsible of testing and development for computerized removal/detection of land due to mining processes and provides baseline information of hydro-graphics network in large areas. The data scientist provides help for developing new sensing devices like drones and satellite missions.
Experiences / Skills:
- Skills to write computer program for data analysis.
- Basic knowledge of remote sensing and related software’s.
- Good communication skills.
What is natural resources Canada?
The department of natural resources is federal agency. It works under the ministry of natural resources Canada and accountable to the parliament. The NRC is responsible of earth sciences, earth mapping, forests and natural resources including energy, mines and minerals.
It was established with the merge of forests, earth science, mapping and remote sensing departments. Also responsible for the development and progress of natural assets within country. It uses latest technology and experts to maintain up-to date knowledge of reserves.
NRC also works with Mexican and american for the production of north american environmental atlas to predict and track issues.
Currently NRC department consists of several sectors including Earth science, Space weather, Energy sector, Minerals and metals.
It works with the following sub agencies:
- Northern pipeline agency Canada
- Canadian forest services
- Canadian energy regulator
- Nuclear safety commission
- Atomic energy of Canada limited
The main natural resources of country is energy and minerals resources. These includes gas, crude oil, gold, silver, copper, lead, iron and diamonds assets. Due to these resources Canada is among top richest countries of the world. Petroleum  and iron are most abundant natural assets in Canada.
Selection process:
It consists of
- Application form
- Test
- Interview as well as training after selection.
Note * It is a governmental department, so the employees will get all benefits like:
- Pension
- Medical allowance etc.