Senior GIS & Data Analyst

Job Description

Add expected salary to your profile for insights MBS Environmental is an employee-owned company established in 1978 and is now a key provider of environmental and geoscience consulting services to clients in WA and internationally. We exist to deliver better outcomes for our clients, the environment, and communities through meaningful partnerships, diversity of expertise, practical experience, flexibility, and business understanding. MBS aims to provide a culture in which all team members can thrive, develop, and reach their full potential while meeting business goals. Our values guide everybody’s actions, communications, and decisions in our contributions at MBS Environmental. About the Role We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior GIS & Data Analyst who has the qualifications and practical experience to assist with a diverse range of environmental projects. You will be working as part of a highly experienced team of scientists, engineers, and chemists. The successful candidate will support teams coordinating/undertaking baseline studies, conducting environmental impact assessments, obtaining environmental approvals, and providing environmental management advice for a range of projects. You will have opportunities to work on an exciting range of GIS and remote sensing projects across multiple sectors and will be encouraged to use innovative approaches to grow a range of GIS and data analytic services to help our clients meet their needs. The role will require you to lead the team responsible for developing and maintaining the MBS platforms, collection tools, and data management procedures. In addition, you will support day-to-day GIS requirements including the creation and maintenance of metadata, map production, GIS analysis, technical software user support, and troubleshooting for other team members. The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate delivery of outcomes in the following key areas: Technical and Reporting Skills: Able to develop GIS and data management structures to achieve required client outcomes. Able to analyse and condense technical data into fit-for-purpose maps, figures, reports, and presentations. Able to deliver complex and/or long-term projects to required timelines and budgets. Meet required MBS quality and external standards. Communication: Confidently and effectively engage with others to achieve required outcomes. Able to develop, apply, and share technical expertise with other team members and clients. Able to understand and communicate key messages relevant to clients. Able to define and resolve problems. Able to supervise and mentor junior GIS staff. Systems Development and Management: Able to identify opportunities for improvements in MBS GIS and data management systems and procedures and effectively implement change. Able to work with technical personnel and managers to define problems and implement solutions. Able to identify potential areas for future work opportunities and work towards those goals. Qualifications and Experience Relevant tertiary qualification. >5 years’ experience in GIS and data management roles. High level of proficiency with modern GIS software, ideally including QGIS and ability and willingness to learn new systems. Demonstrated ability to uphold corporate data management and cartographic standards while completing work requests promptly. Previous experience in application of GIS to environmental science will be well regarded. Previous experience in mining industry or development projects, either through consulting work or direct employment will be well regarded. Required Skills and Knowledge Thorough understanding of GIS techniques, cartographic standards, and best-practice data management. Information management, database design, data integrity, and data integration. Spatial analysis and spatial operations with vector, raster, and terrain data. Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage workloads, and negotiate priorities for multiple projects. Understanding of remote sensing technology. Use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) will be well regarded. Why Join MBS Environmental? MBS Environmental is a private, employee-owned equal opportunity company with an open, flexible, and friendly work environment. We offer challenging projects and professional development opportunities to support your career path. A convenient West Perth location with free onsite parking and proximity to public transport. A Frequent Alternative Traveler Rewards Scheme promoting health and encouraging greener transportation choices for staff. Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family with personal and professional matters. A competitive salary package commensurate with skills and experience will be offered to the successful candidates. 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