Geospatial & Data Automation Analyst

KiwiRail

Wellington

On-site

NZD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver 4% employer contribution
Staff medical insurance discounts
Staff travel discounts on KiwiRail
Retail partner discounts
Wellbeing support

Job summary

KiwiRail in Wellington is seeking a Geospatial Analyst to join its Asset Services team. This role focuses on maintaining enterprise GIS platforms and supporting users across the business, leveraging ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro, and FME.

You will collaborate with experienced specialists, gain hands-on experience with system integration, workflow optimisation, and geospatial application development while applying strong analytical thinking and a customer-focused approach.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in GIS, Spatial Sciences, IT, CS, Engineering, or related field.
  • Working knowledge of ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online or similar GIS platforms.
  • Experience with GIS data management and application configuration.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Clear communication and ability to support both technical and non-technical users.
  • Collaborative approach with a strong customer focus.
  • Willingness to learn new technologies and continuously develop capability.

Responsibilities

  • Support administration and maintenance of KiwiRail's enterprise GIS platforms.
  • Assist with managing users, permissions, and geospatial content.
  • Monitor and support automated spatial data workflows to ensure high-quality data.
  • Provide first-line support for GIS applications and users across the business.
  • Help configure and improve mobile and web GIS applications.
  • Support automation initiatives using FME and Python.
  • Assist with system upgrades, testing, and documentation.
  • Collaborate with digital teams and stakeholders to deliver geospatial solutions.

Skills

GIS analysis
Analytical thinking
Communication
Collaboration
Learning mindset
Python
ETL
AI workflows

Education

Bachelor's degree in GIS/Spatial Sciences/IT/CS/Engineering

Tools

ArcGIS Pro
ArcGIS Online
FME

Job description

KiwiRail in Wellington is seeking a Geospatial Analyst to join its Asset Services team. This role focuses on maintaining enterprise GIS platforms and supporting users across the business, leveraging ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro, and FME.

You will collaborate with experienced specialists, gain hands-on experience with system integration, workflow optimisation, and geospatial application development while applying strong analytical thinking and a customer-focused approach.

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