GIS Consultant

Are you passionate about leveraging data-driven insights to drive impactful GIS solutions Do you thrive in a collaborative environment working closely with project managers and consultants to deliver top-notch services to both government and private sector clients If so we have the perfect opportunity for you!

About the Role

This role is a critical member of our team supporting and delivering GIS services leveraging geospatial data and tools to support clients across a range of industry sectors. This role will be accountable for providing high quality analysis to solve client challenges.

This role requires the individual to be confident in building and maintaining a positive relationship in order to scope develop and implement integrated spatial solution to drive project success.

As part of the SLR team this role will have the opportunity to leverage SLRs breath of technical expertise networks and business infrastructure that has been implemented globally offering you opportunities to learn and grow in your areas of interest and expertise.

This is a permanent full-time role within our Subiaco based office. We offer all our employees hybrid working arrangements and will also consider part time and requests for flexible working arrangements from suitable applicants.

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in GIS Geography environmental Science Geomatics or in a relevant field or related qualification
• 2 years experience in a similar role ideally in a client facing or consultancy environment would be desirable.
• Demonstrable high proficiency in the ESRI ArcGIS suite (ArcGIS Pro ArcGIS online ArcMap (soon to be retired)) and experience in QGIS preferable. This will include examples of work previously produced.
• Experience in producing both high quality cartographic outputs geospatial data visualisation and management and an understanding of fundamental GIS concepts including coordinate systems data formats and spatial analysis and geodatabase schemas.
• Experience with mobile data collection tools (e.g. ArcGIS Field Maps Survey123)
• Some experience in in coding scripting and automated workflow development
• Experience in communicating across different technical specialists and with clients internally and externally in a collaborative manner.
• Project experience demonstrating time management budget awareness and ability to work to deadlines.
• Well-developed written communication skills and the ability to prepare and structure reports and relevant documentation.
• Conceptual and analytical skills with the ability to solve problems
• Full legal working rights within Australia.

Highly desirable skills we would be keen to chat to you about but not essential to the position

• Familiarity with open-source geospatial tools such as PostGIS Leaflet OpenLayers or GeoServer.
• Experience in developing or contributing to web-based geospatial applications including the use of JavaScript libraries (e.g. Mapbox GL JS or ).
• Understanding of web mapping frameworks and APIs including experience working with RESTful services or integrating spatial APIs (e.g. Google Maps API Mapbox API).
• Knowledge of cloud-native geospatial environments (e.g. deploying solutions via AWS Azure or Google Cloud).
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g. Git) and collaborative software development workflows.
• Exposure to data pipelines and spatial ETL tools (e.g. FME GDAL/OGR Python scripting for data wrangling).
• Interest in spatial analytics machine learning or AI-driven geospatial applications.

About element Advisory part of SLR

Element Advisory part of SLR is a leading regulatory approval social and digital advisory firm we unlock investment approvals and social and community benefits for our partners across various industries. Our commitment to innovation drives us to continuously seek new solutions and methodologies ensuring that we remain at the forefront of our field.

To continue this evolution and further support the growth of our people and the services they deliver the decision to partner with SLR represents an exciting opportunity. As part of the SLR team we will play an integral role in delivering and expanding the existing services in Western Australia and the Asia Pacific region.

Perks beyond the work

• A culture where peoples ideas are truly valued and innovation is important.
• Hybrid working culture ability to work from both our Perth office and work from home.
• A commitment to your skills development and personal growth through professional development.
• Subiaco location with use of gym A grade end of trip facilities massages and wellbeing initiatives.
• Paid Parental leave for both primary and secondary carers.
• A competitive remuneration package based on your skills and experience.
• A calendar of social events and the ability to be involved in our social committee.

Ready to join us

If you feel you have the skills experience and attributes to take on this challenging yet rewarding journey apply now!

While we do not have a closing date we will be reviewing applications as they are received and interviewing suitable people. If you have any questions regarding this position please contact