Permitting and GIS Specialist

Focus: Mineral Land Research & Spatial Intelligence

Location: Sandy, UT (Hybrid)

Type: Flexible (Full-Time or Part-Time)

The Schedule: We are open to discussing both full-time and part-time arrangements for this role. Our priority is finding a GIS professional who can provide consistent, high-quality support to our Landman, Geologic and field operations.

The Opportunity: Where Data Meets Strategy

Burgex Mining Consultants is the Tech-Enabled Specialist for the mining industry. We are looking for an ambitious Permitting and GIS Specialist to join our team in Sandy, Utah.

As a Permitting / GIS Specialist at Burgex, you are a critical engine of our Value-Add mission. You dont just make maps; you translate complex land records and spatial data into the actionable intelligence that our clients need to expand their mineral resource projects. You will work at the intersection of public land records, mineral rights research, and modern GIS technology.

What You Will Do (The Mission)

• Permitting Specialist: High attention to detail and exceptional communication skills to draft and coordinate mineral exploration permits, specifically BLM 3809 (Plan of Operations/Notice of Intent), in support of our Geological Team.
• Direct Landman Support: Act as the primary technical right-hand to our Landman Team, executing the day-to-day GIS tasks required to keep our land projects moving forward.
• Claim Map Production: Create high-accuracy mineral claim maps for both field navigation and formal regulatory filings. You will ensure every map meets state statutes and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) requirements.
• Field Team Liaison: Serve as the GIS backbone for our field crews. Youll prepare the digital maps they take into the field and process the data they bring back to ensure Ground Truth is accurately reflected in our databases.
• Land Status & Research: Assist in conducting research through online databases and county records to determine if locations are open for mineral entry, feeding that data directly into your ArcGIS workflows.
• Data Stewardship: Maintain organized geodatabases and project files within ArcGIS Pro, ensuring that our mapping data is clean, consistent, and ready for immediate use by the land team.

The Burgex Fit (Who You Are)

• You Are Tech-Forward: You view ArcGIS Pro not just as a tool, but as a way to solve complex puzzles. You are organized, self-motivated, and have a high degree of digital fluencies.
• You Are Detail-Obsessed: You understand that in land management, a single coordinate or ownership detail can change the trajectory of a project. You have a regulatory mindset and take pride in high-quality, accurate work.
• You Are a Value-Adder: You dont just check boxes. You have a Can-do attitude and are always looking for ways to improve a process or provide more value to a clients project.
• You Are Curious: You are eager to learn about the entire mining lifecyclefrom construction aggregates to precious metalsand how land status impacts the U.S. mineral supply chain.

Qualifications & Experience

• Technical Skills: * Strong working knowledge of ArcGIS Pro is required.
• Experience: 13 years of relevant experience is preferred, but we will consider ambitious early-career candidates with a strong technical foundation. Previous Landman experience is not requiredwe will train the right person.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for collaborating with our multidisciplinary team.
• Project Management: Ability to multi-task and balance the needs of multiple projects simultaneously and accurately.

Why Burgex?

• Mentorship: Work directly alongside our Founders, Principal Consultants, and the Mineralocity team. You will learn the business side of exploration and land management from the best in the industry.
• Hybrid Flexibility: We offer the flexibility you need to do your best work. After an initial in-office training period in Sandy, hybrid work options are available.
• Growth: We are a fast-growing firm with a clear vision. We prefer to promote from within and provide the development resources you need to advance your career as we expand.
• Benefits: Competitive pay, 401k match, flexible PTO, and compensation time.

To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief note about your experience with ArcGIS Pro and why youre interested in the mining industry.