Associate GIS Consultant

WSP in Australia; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility

Career development

Global networks

Innovative culture

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Senior GIS Consultant in Australia to join our growing Geospatial team. You will deliver data-driven GIS solutions, lead technical delivery, and play a key role in project management and client engagement from Brisbane.

The role requires substantial GIS experience, a GIS degree, and proficiency with ESRI, MapInfo and FME, with scripting capabilities (Python preferred). A commitment to quality outputs and business growth is essential.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years’ experience in GIS consulting or a related field.
• A degree in GIS or an equivalent discipline.
• Exposure to scripting or application development (Python or similar).
• Proven ability to deliver high‑quality outputs and reports.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality GIS outputs, including mapping, spatial analysis, and data management solutions.
• Provide technical leadership across projects, ensuring quality and client outcomes.
• Manage and deliver projects – including scope, cost, risk, and program.
• Contribute to tenders, proposals, and business development initiatives.
• Work with enterprise GIS systems, scripting, and spatial applications.
• Build strong client relationships and maintain trusted advisor status.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to capability uplift within the team.

Skills

GIS consulting

Client engagement

Analytical thinking

Python scripting

Education

GIS degree

Tools

ESRI

MapInfo

FME

Job description

Senior GIS Consultant

At WSP, we’re more than engineers, scientists and planners - we’re future makers. We design lasting solutions in the built and natural environment, partnering with clients to deliver projects that matter.

Job Description

Senior GIS Consultant

At WSP, we’re more than engineers, scientists and planners - we’re future makers. We design lasting solutions in the built and natural environment, partnering with clients to deliver projects that matter.

We’re growing our Geospatial team and are looking for a Senior GIS Consultant to play a key role in delivering innovative, data-driven outcomes across a diverse project portfolio.

What You’ll Do

As a Senior GIS Consultant, you’ll bring both technical expertise and commercial acumen, contributing to complex projects while supporting the growth of our Geospatial capability.

You Will

• Deliver high-quality GIS outputs, including mapping, spatial analysis, and data management solutions
• Provide technical leadership across a range of projects, ensuring quality and client outcomes
• Manage and deliver projects – including scope, cost, risk, and program
• Contribute to and support tenders, proposals, and business development initiatives
• Work with enterprise GIS systems, scripting, and spatial applications
• Build strong client relationships and maintain a trusted advisor status
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to capability uplift within the team

About You

You’re a technically strong GIS professional who is equally comfortable delivering complex work and engaging with clients and stakeholders.

You Will Bring

• 5–10 years’ experience in GIS consulting or a related field
• A degree in GIS or an equivalent discipline
• Strong skills in platforms such as ESRI, MapInfo, FME, and spatial data environments
• Experience in managing multiple projects of varying scale and complexity
• Exposure to scripting or application development (Python or similar preferred)
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality technical outputs and reports
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capability
• A proactive approach to business development and client engagement

What You’ll Love About WSP

• Global scale, local impact – work on meaningful projects across Australia and beyond
• Flexibility and work-life balance
• Access to career development programs, technical communities and global networks
• A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and accountability
• Opportunities to contribute to industry forums, thought leadership, and professional growth

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 83,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and well-being of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.