GIS Specialist – Offshore Energy Projects

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GIS Specialist – Offshore Energy Projects, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Client: Cathie

Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 6

Posted: 24.04.2025

Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

Job Description

About Cathie

Cathie is a global offshore geoscience and geotechnical engineering consultancy, specialising in marine geophysics, geotechnics, ground modelling, foundation engineering, cables and pipelines, trenching, and numerical analyses. Our work supports the design, installation, and operation of offshore, nearshore, and onshore infrastructure—primarily in the offshore renewable energy sector, with additional work in oil and gas.

We have a strong pipeline of projects supporting offshore wind farms in the North Sea, Baltic Sea, Mediterranean, US, and Asia, with expected growth as the energy transition accelerates.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking an experienced GIS Specialist to join our Newcastle team, playing a key role in offshore energy projects worldwide. You will lead and support GIS tasks across various project scopes, including ground characterisation, cable routing, ground modelling, foundation design, and Online GIS solutions.

You will collaborate with engineering and geoscience teams—geotechnical engineers, engineering geologists, and geophysicists—to deliver high-quality geospatial outputs and support innovative consultancy services. The role involves working on frontier areas such as floating wind, anchoring, and large deformation analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide GIS support for geotechnical and geophysical offshore energy projects
• Deliver spatial analysis, maps, and geospatial deliverables
• Develop and manage online GIS platforms for stakeholder collaboration
• Support ground investigation campaigns, ground modelling, cable routing, and foundation design
• Manage and ensure quality of spatial data, maintaining data standards
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on standalone and integrated projects
• Contribute to R&D, technical innovation, and thought leadership, including conferences and papers

You will have

• A degree in GIS, Geomatics, Geoscience, Civil Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years’ experience in GIS roles within offshore energy, infrastructure, or marine sectors
• Proven ability to deliver GIS outputs in consultancy or project environments
• Advanced skills in ArcGIS, QGIS, FME, and experience with Online GIS platforms
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently, manage tasks, and mentor junior staff
• Confidence in client-facing activities, workshops, and presentations
• Experience with geotechnical/geophysical data and AGS formats
• Offshore site investigation or client representative experience, including current offshore certifications
• Proficiency in tools like Plaxis, FLAC3D, Abaqus, or Python
• Familiarity with Power BI, Tableau, and interactive data visualization
• Passion for renewable energy and industry advancement

Why Work for Cathie?

• A friendly, diverse team with shared values and a dynamic culture
• Continuous learning through CPD, mentorship, and R&D initiatives
• Competitive salary, bonus scheme, private healthcare, dental, and pension
• Electric car and bike-to-work schemes, plus well-being and social events