Consultant – Spatial Ecologist

Sigma Earth; India; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Sigma Earth is seeking a skilled Geospatial Specialist to deliver comprehensive geospatial services in India, focusing on ecology and environmental projects. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in Geospatial Science and 5–8 years of relevant experience.

The role involves GIS analysis, spatial data management, and collaboration with various teams to ensure high-quality project output. Proficiency in tools like ArcGIS and QGIS is essential.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in geospatial, environmental, or related disciplines.
• Experience in GIS, spatial analysis, and environmental modelling.
• Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver geospatial ecology services for environmental approval projects.
• Collaborate with teams to interpret project requirements.
• Prepare and manage spatial datasets focusing on accuracy.

Skills

GIS analysis

Spatial data management

Spatial modelling

Digital visualisation tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geospatial Science or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Python

R

Job description

Responsibilities

• Deliver geospatial ecology services including GIS analysis, spatial data management, spatial modelling, and digital visualisation to support ecology and environmental approvals projects.
• Contribute to large-scale national projects across mining, energy, transport, and water sectors, ensuring consistent and high-quality spatial outputs.
• Apply established spatial analysis techniques while supporting the development of best practices in environmental assessment and planning workflows.
• Collaborate closely with ecology and environmental approvals teams to interpret project requirements and design effective spatial solutions.
• Prepare, manage, and maintain spatial datasets with a strong focus on accuracy, quality assurance, and compliance with organisational standards.
• Support project deliverables such as mapping, spatial analysis outputs, and reporting, ensuring spatial information is communicated clearly and effectively.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of geospatial tools, workflows, and technical processes to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Work collaboratively with national teams and the broader organisational network to enable integrated and consistent project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geospatial Science, Environmental Science, Ecology, Geography, GIS, or a related field.
• Experience (or early-career exposure) in GIS, spatial analysis, spatial data management, and/or environmental modelling.
• Working knowledge of geospatial tools such as ArcGIS and QGIS, with a willingness to develop advanced technical capabilities.
• Membership or eligibility for professional bodies such as SSI, ESA, or EIANZ (desirable).

Experience, Skills & Organisational Knowledge

• 5–8 years of experience in geospatial, environmental, or related disciplines (flexible based on role level).
• Experience working in consulting or project-based environments supporting multidisciplinary teams (preferred).
• Hands-on experience in GIS analysis, mapping, and spatial data management within technical project delivery.
• Growing ability to communicate spatial information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including clients.
• Strong proficiency in tools such as ArcGIS and QGIS, with exposure to Python, R, or digital visualisation tools (advantageous).
• Experience supporting ecology and environmental approvals projects, ideally within sectors like mining, energy, transport, or water.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outputs within deadlines and budget constraints.
• Exposure to Australian or Commonwealth environmental project frameworks is beneficial.

Personal Attributes

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Self-aware, open to feedback, and committed to continuous learning and professional growth.
• Flexible and adaptable in responding to changing project requirements and priorities.
• Focused on delivering high-quality work while balancing technical accuracy with efficiency and timelines.
• Professional, dependable, and capable of building strong working relationships with colleagues and clients.