Gis Analyst (Casual Position)

Nrmjoenvironmental Jobs, Nrm; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecology Australia is seeking a practical GIS Analyst to support ecologists with map production, spatial analysis, and database management. The role focuses on producing accurate maps from ecological data, developing field-data collection tools, and maintaining well-structured spatial datasets.

You will design ArcGIS Survey123 and Field Maps solutions for field surveys and monitoring programs, ensuring reproducible workflows and defensible ecological analyses.

Qualifications

• Proven GIS experience in ecological contexts or related field.
• Ability to translate research questions into practical GIS outputs.
• Strong attention to detail and reproducible workflows.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality maps and spatial outputs for ecological surveys and reports.
• Design and maintain ArcGIS Survey123 and Field Maps field workflows.
• Manage, quality-check and organize geodatabases and spatial datasets.
• Carry out spatial analyses to support habitat mapping and monitoring.
• Collaborate with ecologists and project managers to deliver GIS solutions.
• Ensure deliverables meet project timelines and quality standards.

Job description

About Ecology Australia

Ecology Australia is Victorias longest-running ecological consultancy, established in 1978. We provide specialised ecological services across south-eastern Australia and are known for scientifically rigorous work, professional integrity and practical environmental advice. Our work bridges ecological consulting and applied research, with services spanning botany, zoology, aquatic ecology, monitoring and research, environmental approvals and GIS.

We are a friendly team of experienced ecologists and GIS professionals who work collaboratively to achieve positive environmental outcomes for government, corporate and community clients. We offer a flexible, supportive and enriching workplace, with accredited environmental, quality and safety systems and a strong commitment to staff development.

About the role

We are seeking a practical and detail-oriented GIS Analyst to support our ecologists with high-quality map production, spatial analysis, spatial dataset and database management, spatial data dashboards and fit-for-purpose mobile data collection solutions. Much of the role involves producing accurate, clear and consistent maps from ecological data, developing practical field-data collection tools and maintaining well-structured spatial datasets.

You will also help design and maintain ArcGIS Survey123 and ArcGIS Field Maps solutions for field surveys and ecological monitoring programs. The role will suit a GIS professional who understands how sound survey design, spatial data structure, quality assurance and reproducible workflows contribute to defensible ecological analysis and long-term monitoring.

Working closely with botanists, zoologists, aquatic ecologists and project managers, you will translate project and research questions into practical spatial outputs. This may include mapping patterns and change through time, preparing data for analysis, undertaking spatial analysis, supporting monitoring design, and presenting spatial results for technical reports, management plans and environmental assessments.

Key responsibilities

• Produce high-quality maps and spatial outputs for ecological surveys, monitoring, applied research, environmental assessments and management plans.
• Create, test and maintain ArcGIS Survey123 and Field Maps solutions that support efficient and reliable ecological field-data collection.
• Manage, maintain and quality-check spatial and ecological datasets, including geodatabases, web maps and associated project data.
• Undertake spatial analysis and interpretation to support habitat and vegetation mapping, species surveys, ecological monitoring and assessment of change over time.
• Work collaboratively with ecologists to translate project, monitoring and research requirements into practical GIS solutions, maps and spatial outputs.
• Deliver accurate GIS work across multiple projects within agreed quality, timeframe and budget requirements, while contributing to consistent GIS and data-management practices.

About you

You will combine strong day-to-day GIS production skills with an understanding of how spatial tools are applied in ecology. You will be comfortable collaborating with scientists, clarifying the purpose of a map or dataset, and developing proportionate solutions. You will take pride in accurate work, clear maps and other spatial data outputs that can be confidently used by others.

Essential selection criteria

• Qualifications and experience: Relevant tertiary qualifications in GIS, spatial science, geomatics or cartography; or qualifications in ecology, environmental science or a related discipline with substantial GIS experience. At least two years relevant professional GIS experience, or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Esri GIS capability: Demonstrated proficiency with ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online, including producing accurate, professional maps and managing spatial datasets.
• Survey123 and Field Maps: Demonstrated experience creating and administering ArcGIS Survey123 and ArcGIS Field Maps solutions, including designing forms and field workflows, testing solutions and managing collected data.
• Ecological and research applications: Experience