Geospatial Data Analyst - Renewable Energy

Placements24; Lorenziberg; Hybrid; EUR 24.000 - 40.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary with bonus

Fully remote work arrangement

Health and wellness benefits

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Geospatial Data Analyst for a fully remote role supporting renewable energy initiatives. You will identify optimal locations for installations, analyze environmental factors, and manage spatial data for project planning across South Africa.

The role leverages GIS tools and data analysis to deliver insights, collaborating remotely with project managers, engineers, and environmental specialists.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of professional geospatial analysis experience.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS, QGIS, and related extensions.
• Experience with Python (GeoPandas) or R for data manipulation.
• Strong remote sensing and image analysis knowledge.

Aufgaben

• Develop and manage geospatial databases for renewable energy projects.
• Analyze spatial data to identify suitable sites for solar, wind, and other renewables.
• Conduct environmental suitability assessments using GIS.
• Create maps, visualizations, and reports for site selection and planning.
• Integrate satellite imagery, aerial photography, and cadastral data.
• Collaborate remotely with project teams to provide data-driven recommendations.
• Perform spatial analysis to support grid connection feasibility and resource assessments.

Kenntnisse

Geospatial analysis

ArcGIS

QGIS

Python (GeoPandas)

R programming

Remote sensing

Data visualization

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Geography / GIS / Environmental Science / Engineering

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

GeoPandas (Python)

Raster/Vector analysis

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Geospatial Data Analyst to join their fully remote team, supporting their growing renewable energy initiatives, with a focus on projects in the Eastern Cape. This role is integral to identifying optimal locations for renewable energy installations, analyzing environmental factors, and managing spatial data essential for project planning and execution. You will leverage advanced GIS tools and data analysis techniques to provide critical insights that drive strategic decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity for a data-driven professional who excels in remote collaboration and is passionate about contributing to the sustainable energy landscape of South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage geospatial databases for renewable energy project development.
• Analyze spatial data to identify suitable sites for solar, wind, and other renewable energy installations.
• Conduct environmental suitability assessments using GIS, considering factors like topography, land use, and proximity to infrastructure.
• Create detailed maps, visualizations, and reports to support site selection and project planning.
• Integrate various data sources, including satellite imagery, aerial photography, and cadastral data.
• Collaborate remotely with project managers, engineers, and environmental specialists to provide data-driven recommendations.
• Perform spatial analysis to support grid connection feasibility studies and resource assessments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in geospatial analysis, preferably within the energy sector or environmental planning.
• Proficiency with GIS software such as ArcGIS, QGIS, and related extensions.
• Experience with data manipulation and analysis using tools like Python (with libraries like GeoPandas) or R.
• Strong understanding of remote sensing principles and image analysis.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Access to cutting-edge geospatial software and data resources.
• Opportunities to contribute significantly to the renewable energy transition in South Africa.