GIS Technician- Oxford )

Penguin Recruitment; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Engineering and Environmental Consultancy in Oxford is seeking a GIS Technician. The role involves GIS mapping, Python coding, and working on Environmental Management and Flood Risk Projects. Applicants are expected to possess strong academic qualifications in Geography or GIS, and prior experience in a similar UK consultancy is essential.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Substantial benefits package

International work opportunities

Training courses

Career development support

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in relevant discipline (Geography, GIS, Environmental Management).
• Experience working for a UK based Consultancy or Local Authority.
• Proficient in Python Coding and usage of AI in projects.

Responsibilities

• Complete GIS Mapping using ArcGIS and QGIS for various projects.
• Participate in Environmental Management and Flood Risk Projects.
• Work collaboratively with a team of experienced Consultants.

Skills

GIS Mapping

Python Coding

Statistical Analysis

Education

Degree in Geography

Degree in Environmental Management

Degree in GIS

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

SPSS

Job description

My client, a market leading, international Engineering and Environmental Consultancy who specialises in Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Geotechnical Engineering and Flood Risk, is searching for a GIS Technician to join an established team based in Oxford.

It is essential that applicants have a strong academic background in a relevant discipline including Geography, Environmental Management or GIS and have experience working for a UK based Consultancy or Local Authority completing GIS mapping using ArcGIS and QGIS. You will also be expected to have experience completing Python Coding and using AI for projects.

It is also beneficial for applicants to reside locally as you will be expected to work from the office.

As a GIS Technician you will have the opportunity to join a team of experienced Consultants to complete Environmental Management, Flood Risk, Water Resources, Hydrogeology, Drainage and Flood Alleviation Projects for Local Authorities and Private Sector Clients in the UK and overseas.

Applicants will also be supported to complete GIS Mapping using ArcGIS and QGIS, Statistical Analysis using SPSS, and coding using Python.

This role comes offers a competitive salary, substantial benefits package, international work, training courses and career development.

We have many more vacancies available on our website at www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk. This is a permanent role.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.