GIS Analyst

Acciona S.A; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA Energía is seeking an experienced GIS Analyst to deliver spatial intelligence for its Australian renewable energy portfolio. You will perform spatial analysis, develop geodatabases, and create high-quality maps and dashboards for diverse stakeholders.

The role involves supporting design, construction planning and operation across wind, solar and storage projects, with automation using Python, ArcPy and FME.

Qualifications

• Degree in GIS or related discipline required.
• Minimum 5 years in a GIS/geospatial role.
• Advanced ArcGIS Pro proficiency.
• Experience with ArcGIS Online workflows and dashboards.
• Experience with FME or similar ETL tools.
• Strong data management, QA/QC and governance skills.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver on deadlines.
• Experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, utilities or environmental sectors.
• Knowledge of planning, cadastral and land tenure datasets.
• Experience with LiDAR, aerial imagery and remote sensing.
• Python and ArcPy automation experience.
• Exposure to AutoCAD, Map 3D or Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Deliver spatial analysis, mapping and site suitability assessments for renewable energy projects.
• Identify opportunities, constraints and risks using spatial datasets.
• Develop and maintain project geodatabases and spatial information systems.
• Create maps, reports and visualisations for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Develop and support WebGIS applications, dashboards and mobile GIS workflows.
• Manage spatial data governance, QA/QC and metadata standards.
• Support project design, infrastructure layout and construction planning.
• Build automated workflows using FME, Python and ArcPy.
• Collaborate with development, engineering, environment, planning and project delivery teams.

Skills

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Python

ArcPy

FME

Data governance

QA/QC

Stakeholder engagement

LiDAR / Remote sensing

Visualization

Education

Degree in GIS, Geospatial Science, Geomatics or related discipline

Tools

FME

AutoCAD / Map 3D / Civil 3D

Job description

Job Description

• Deliver spatial analysis, mapping and site suitability assessments for renewable energy projects
• Identify project opportunities, constraints and risks using a wide range of spatial datasets
• Develop and maintain project geodatabases and spatial information systems
• Create high-quality maps, reports and visualisations for technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Develop and support WebGIS applications, dashboards and mobile GIS solutions
• Manage spatial data governance, QA/QC and metadata standards
• Support project design, infrastructure layout development and construction planning
• Build automated workflows using technologies such as FME, Python and ArcPy
• Collaborate with development, engineering, environment, planning and project delivery teams

Required Skills and Competencies

• Degree qualification in GIS, Geospatial Science, Geomatics or related discipline
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a GIS or geospatial role
• Advanced proficiency in ArcGIS Pro
• Experience with ArcGIS Online, including web maps, dashboards, applications and mobile GIS workflows
• Experience with FME or similar ETL/data integration tools
• Strong spatial analysis, data management and QA/QC skills
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver quality outcomes within deadlines
• Highly Regarded Experience
• Experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, engineering, utilities or environmental sectors
• Knowledge of planning, environmental, cadastral and land tenure datasets
• Experience with LiDAR, aerial imagery and remote sensing
• Python and ArcPy automation experience
• Exposure to AutoCAD, Map 3D or Civil 3D

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria. We are currently looking for an experienced GIS Analyst to provide the spatial intelligence that supports the development, design, construction and operation of renewable energy projects across Australia. This role will work on a diverse portfolio of wind, solar and battery energy storage projects, delivering geospatial solutions that help teams make informed decisions throughout the project lifecycle.

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.