GIS Analyst

Nelmac; Nelson; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental management company in New Zealand is seeking a GIS Analyst to support biodiversity and conservation programs. The role involves using GIS applications, managing datasets, and providing training in GIS processes. Ideal candidates have a GIS degree and experience with ESRI products. This full-time position offers excellent career development and work-life balance.

Benefits

Excellent training and development opportunities

Good work-life balance

Employee discounts with 70+ service providers

Qualifications

• Experience working with ESRI products preferred.
• Some practical field experience in conservation, agriculture or forestry advantageous.
• Commitment to data accuracy is essential.

Responsibilities

• Use GIS applications to support environmental contracts.
• Develop and maintain geospatial datasets for projects.
• Manage asset information data and its quality.

Skills

Experience with ESRI products

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

GIS Degree (BSc Majoring in GIS)

Tools

ArcPro

ArcGIS Online

Job description

Are you passionate about mapping, data analysis, and environmental management?

Do you want to make a real impact in the environmental space?

At Nelmac Kūmānu, we deliver environmental management services to local and central government, businesses, and households. Our people are driven by a shared purpose: to protect, renew, and enhance our natural environment.

We’re currently looking for a GIS Analyst to join our team in a permanent, full-time role. This is an exciting opportunity to support our Biodiversity & Biosecurity, Conservation, Water, and Greenspaces programmes through mapping, data management, and spatial analysis.

You‘ll be involved in various activities including:

• Using GIS applications to support our environmental contracts
• Developing and maintaining geospatial datasets for projects
• Taking responsibility for the management of asset information data and its quality
• Creating and managing dashboards, web apps and reporting tools
• Undertaking field data collection using mobile GIS platforms
• Leading liaison with our clients regarding landowner information and mapping processes
• Providing training and support to staff in the use of GIS field apps and map products

Ideally applicants will have:

• Experience working with ESRI products (ArcPro, ARCGIS online, AGOL, Drone2Map, Field Maps)
• GIS Degree preferred (BSc Majoring in GIS)
• Some previous practical field experience in conservation, agriculture or forestry would be advantageous
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to train / upskill others in GIS processes
• A positive attitude to completing tasks to a high standard

We offer:

• Excellent training and development opportunities to grow your career
• High functioning and motivated teams
• Good work life balance
• Job satisfaction engaging in work that will enhance the local community and make a meaningful difference to the environment
• Excellent employee discounts with over 70 national and local service providers and retailers

Applications close Monday 29th September 2025 (applications will be reviewed on receipt)