GIS Consultant

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Dunblane; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Training support

Career progression

Pension scheme

Friendly environment

Job summary

The growing environmental consultancy is seeking a GIS Consultant to deliver spatial data solutions for a variety of UK projects, supporting ecologists, planners and engineers.

You will produce maps and analyses, manage datasets, and work with a multidisciplinary team. The role offers flexible/hybrid working and clear opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science or related discipline.
• Proven GIS software experience, especially ArcGIS Pro and/or QGIS.
• Strong spatial analysis, data management and cartography skills.
• Experience creating professional mapping outputs for reports and clients.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality maps, figures and spatial outputs for reports and planning submissions.
• Manage GIS datasets using ArcGIS Pro, QGIS or equivalent software.
• Undertake spatial analysis to support environmental and planning projects.
• Collaborate with technical specialists to tailor mapping solutions.
• Assist with data management, QA and database administration.
• Support GIS best practices and project delivery within timelines and budgets.

Skills

GIS software

ArcGIS Pro

QGIS

Spatial analysis

Data management

Cartography

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

BSc in GIS/Geography/Environmental Science

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

QGIS

Job description

A growing environmental consultancy is looking to appoint a GIS Consultant to support its expanding portfolio of projects across the UK. Working alongside a team of ecologists, environmental planners and technical specialists, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality spatial data solutions for a diverse range of development, infrastructure, renewable energy and conservation projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a GIS professional looking to join a collaborative organisation that places a strong emphasis on career development, technical excellence and flexible working.

Your new role

As a GIS Consultant, you will provide GIS and spatial analysis support across a variety of environmental projects, helping project teams to visualise, manage and interpret spatial data throughout the project life cycle.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Producing high-quality maps, figures and spatial outputs for technical reports and planning submissions.
• Managing and maintaining GIS datasets using ArcGIS Pro, QGIS or equivalent software.
• Undertaking spatial analysis to support ecological, environmental and planning projects.
• Working closely with technical specialists to develop mapping solutions tailored to project requirements.
• Assisting with data management, quality assurance and database administration.
• Supporting the development and implementation of GIS best practices across the business.
• Contributing to project delivery within agreed timescales and budgets.

What you'll need to succeed

• A degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• Proven experience using GIS software, particularly ArcGIS Pro and/or QGIS.
• Strong spatial analysis, data management and cartographic skills.
• Experience creating professional mapping outputs for technical and client-facing deliverables.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary of £30,000 - £45,000 (DOE)
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Professional memberships and training support.
• Clear opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Exposure to a broad range of nationally significant environmental projects.
• Pension scheme and additional employee benefits.
• A friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment.