
Geospatial Analyst
Environment Bank
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
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Junior
Tech Stack
JavaScript.NETPythonRemote Sensing
About the role
- Create figures, maps and web apps to communicate geospatial data and information effectively and engagingly to stakeholders and team members.
- Perform spatial analysis using GIS software to support the identification of suitable restoration sites, assess habitat condition, and evaluate project progress.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams across EB to provide geospatial support for biodiversity restoration projects and ensure alignment with project goals.
- Directly support field ecologists in the collection and processing of habitat and related environmental data.
- Proactively seek opportunities for further training and keep up to date with the latest tools and techniques.
Requirements
- A degree in Environmental Science, Geography, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
- Up to 1 year of experience in the GIS sector or equivalent transferable experience.
- Passion for biodiversity restoration, ecology, and the environment.
- Strong team player with a proactive problem-solving attitude.
- Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro software and its extensions.
- Understanding of data management principles and quality assurance/control.
- Interest in or experience with scripting and process automation tools (e.g., ArcGIS Model Builder, ArcPy, etc.).
- Ability to work both independently and as a valuable contributor to a remote geospatial analytic team.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.
- An MSc in Geographical Information Systems or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
- Experience within the ecology and environment sector.
- Familiarity with other GIS and related software (e.g., QGIS, GRASS, IDISRI, Mapbox, etc.).
- Interest in emerging GIS and related technology/data areas (e.g., remote sensing, LIDAR data, Photogrammetry, Machine Learning, etc.).
- Knowledge of web GIS applications and the creation of web maps and web apps (e.g., ArcGIS Enterprise Portal, ArcGIS Online, or equivalent).
- Familiarity with in-field data capture forms for deployment to field workers.
- Understanding of programming languages and software development (e.g., Javascript, Python, .NET, Arcade, R, etc.).
- Awareness of technological advances and industry trends related to geospatial data.
Benefits
- Performance-based annual bonus up to 10% of salary
- Pension scheme with employer-matched contributions at 6% of salary
- 30 days of annual leave, plus paid bank holidays, birthday, and wellbeing day
- Option to purchase 5 additional days of annual leave after probation
- Remote and hybrid flexible working options
- Regional and departmental team co-working days
- Expenses-paid whole company meet twice a year
- Team fundraising and charity events
- Ongoing career development with training and mentoring
- Medical cash back scheme to cover everyday healthcare costs
- Employee assistance mental wellbeing support
- Enhanced sickness pay allowance
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
GISArcGIS ProArcGIS Model BuilderArcPyQGISGRASSIDISRIMapboxJavascriptPython
Soft skills
team playerproblem-solvingcommunication
Certifications
MSc in Geographical Information Systems