Gis Technician

McGregor Coxall is a global dynamic collective of innovators including engineers, scientists, landscape architects, architects, designers, planners committed to shaping prosperous cities and environments. We are a multi-disciplinary sustainable design, urban planning and engineering firm located in Australia, and the UK dedicated to assisting cities achieve sustainable prosperity. Our international team provides services through Landscape Architecture, Environment, Urbanism and Biourbanism disciplines. Embracing leading digital technologies, we deliver design solutions for complex urban and environmental challenges. Having received more than 150 awards including the coveted international TOPOS prize, we have been recognised for delivering a diverse range of projects for both private and public sector clients. The firm has been published in numerous international journals and received regular prizes in prestigious international design competitions.

**THE OPPORTUNITY**

This role will be responsible for creating and disseminating thematic maps, and translating unstructured data to structured formats, managing geodatabases, creation of data dictionaries and curation of web-related content within online GIS platforms. As a member of our Sydney based GIS team within the Biourbanism Lab, you will support project development on Australian and international projects.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

- Creating and working with spatial data, engineering datasets, and producing both printed and digital maps.
- Managing and maintaining spatial data by collecting, organizing, and verifying data from various sources.
- Creating visually appealing digital maps for internal and external stakeholders.
- Producing professional reports and presentations using InDesign, PowerPoint, and other documentation tools.
- Conducting spatial analysis, 3D analysis and generating valuable insights to support decision-making processes.
- Collaborating with team members to support GIS projects and deliver high-quality results.
- Documenting Data dictionary, GIS processes, workflows, and methodologies for knowledge sharing within the team.
- Providing support and facilitation for the development of relevant spatial products and services when necessary.

**ABOUT YOU**
- A qualification Bachelors or Master’s degree in geography, earth science, urban planning, public policy or computer sciences is essential;
- An understanding of GIS and spatial data fundamentals;Working knowledge of GIS and digital mapping;
- Proficient in creating and working with spatial data, engineering datasets, and producing both printed and digital maps;
- Familiarity with the Esri suite of products, including Esri ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online would be highly beneficial;
- Ability to analyse, interpret, and present geospatial information for reports or presentations;
- Report production capability using tools like InDesign, Photoshop, and strong documentation skills are desired;
- Participation in stakeholder engagement to identify geospatial opportunities to support business needs;
- Sound communication skills and the ability to work with a variety of stakeholders in a fast-paced environment;
- A detailed oriented individual with strong data organisation and analytical skills is required;
- Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time, while adhering to the deadlines of each project;
- An ability to improve data insights, automate and simplify processes and workflows is needed;
- Dedicated to sharing the latest trends and best practices in GIS.

**WHAT WE OFFER**
- We provide a dynamic and collaborative working environment and offer benefits to ensure your professional development and wellbeing including:

- Flexible work arrangements including work from home, school drop off/pick up and job sharing;
- Health and wellbeing initiatives enabling personal growth;
- Paid parental leave;
- Fantastic company culture and work environment by the beach with a culturally diverse team;
- A busy calendar of professional and social events including Friday afternoon discussions, team outings, and annual events;
- Professional memberships; across all disciplines;
- Professional and technical development opportunities;
- Opportunities for inter-studio travel and short-term assignments;
- Professional and technical development opportunities.

**OUR VALUES**
- We have a responsibility to humanity
- We are environmental stewards
- We pursue design excellence
- We are research led
- We are a proud cultural mosaic
- We love what we do

To find out more, you can visit our website, follow us on LinkedIn and follow us on Instagram.

TO APPLY

If the above role is aligned with your values and ambitions submit a cover letter, resume and portfolio in PDF format
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