At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct spatial analysis and create visual communication for impactful environmental projects.
- Company: Accent Environmental, a leading consultancy in environmental assessments.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, develop GIS skills, and work on diverse projects.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with opportunities for growth and innovation in spatial analysis.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and contribute to sustainable solutions across Australia and beyond.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in GIS or related field; 2-5 years of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 65700 - 80300 $ per year.
Accent Environmental is a Melbourne-based environmental consultancy of specialists working on environmental impact assessments, landscape and visual impact assessments, and approvals for renewables, mining and other major projects across Australia and internationally. Accent places a strong emphasis on clear visual communication to complement and enhance our high quality written reports.
We're looking for a Spatial Analyst to join our team and help deliver spatial analysis, GIS and visual communication across our project work - producing the spatial and visual information and figures that go into our technical reports and building your skills across a range of different projects and sectors. You'll work closely with our Lead Spatial Analyst, who is focused on the high quality delivery of our spatial work and the expansion of our capabilities. You'll be part of an evolving practice, picking up and helping develop new tools, methods and analytical approaches.
What you'll be doing:
- Sourcing and quality-checking spatial data across our projects - satellite imagery, cadastral data, environmental datasets, and client-supplied files
- Producing maps, figures, and spatial analysis for environmental and social impact assessments, landscape and visual impact assessments, including in the renewables and mining sectors
- Assisting with spatial modelling and analysis - constraints mapping, viewshed and visual impact analysis, site suitability
- Helping build and maintain our GIS workflows, spatial databases, and mapping templates
- Supporting both senior and junior staff as they build their GIS knowledge and skills
- Contributing spatial input to proposals and tenders
What we're after:
- Bachelor degree in geographic information systems, spatial science, geography, environmental science, or related discipline
- 2-5 years' experience in GIS/spatial analysis, ideally within environmental consulting, planning, or a related field
- Solid QGIS and/or ArcGIS skills, and a good grasp of geospatial principles and cartographic design
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain spatial findings to non-technical audiences
- Detail-oriented, with excellent time management and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
- Desirable - exposure to spatial databases (e.g. PostGIS) and scripting/automation for GIS workflows (e.g. Python, ModelBuilder)
- Desirable - experience producing spatial outputs for EIA, LCVIA, BESS, or renewable energy planning projects
- Desirable - experience with remote sensing analysis, drone-captured data, 3D visualisation (e.g. Blender), and Adobe Creative Suite
- Awareness of potential AI developments and opportunities within the spatial and visual communication fields
Accent Environmental is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity and invites applicants from all nationalities, genders, and cultural backgrounds.
Spatial Analyst in Melbourne employer: Accent Environmental Pty Ltd
Accent Environmental Pty Ltd is an exceptional employer located in Cremorne, VIC, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong commitment to employee growth, the company provides opportunities to develop skills in GIS and spatial analysis while working on impactful projects across various sectors. The supportive culture encourages clear communication and teamwork, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in environmental consultancy.
Contact Details:
Accent Environmental Pty Ltd Recruitment Team
