Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Opportunities - Daanbantayan, Cebu

ACCIONA; Daanbantayan; On-site; PHP 350,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HMO

Life insurance

Job summary

ACCIONA Energía seeks GIS professionals for its Philippines projects, building a strong GIS team to support renewable energy development. Roles vary from officer to team lead, primarily project-based contracts in the field with access to employee benefits like HMO and life insurance.

Geospatial data processing, land management, permitting, and construction planning are core responsibilities across multiple sites throughout the Philippines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in geospatial field required.
• Licensed Geodetic Engineer is highly preferred depending on level.
• Minimum 2 years of GIS/surveying/geospatial analysis experience.
• Proficiency in ArcGIS, QGIS, Google Earth and related applications.
• Experience managing geodatabases and mapping deliverables.
• Knowledge of GPS, RTK, and surveying methods.
• Willingness to travel to project sites across the Philippines.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and manage GIS databases, geodatabases, and mapping systems for renewable energy projects.
• Prepare and update project maps, land status maps, constraint maps, and other geospatial products for development teams.
• Process, encode, validate, and analyze spatial data using GIS software.
• Coordinate acquisition of spatial data from contractors, consultants, and agencies.
• Support contractor engagement and monitor GIS deliverables across projects.
• Verify accuracy and completeness of survey outputs and datasets.
• Maintain records of maps, survey data, and land-related documentation.
• Provide spatial analysis and reporting to support planning and decision-making.

Skills

GIS experience

Geospatial analysis

ArcGIS

QGIS

GPS/RTK

Land management

Field surveying

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geodetic Engineering, Geography, Geomatics, Surveying, GIS, or related field

Licensed Geodetic Engineer preferred

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Google Earth

Job description

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

In Southeast Asia, we’re growing fast. Present in the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam, and currently adding a strong pipeline of wind and solar projects, the region is a key priority for us. Join a team that’s building a cleaner future—locally and globally.

Job Description

Your Career in Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

As part of our development activities in the Philippines, we are building a strong GIS team and are looking for experienced professionals at different levels to support the successful development and execution of our renewable energy projects.

Available Positions

We are currently accepting applications for different levels of experience (from Officer to Team lead).

Timeline

Specific vacancies will open depending on project needs.

Contract Type

GIS positions are primarily based in the project area and will mostly be hired under a project-based contract aligned with project development timelines.

The positions will be hired under Acciona Energía and will have access to our range of employee benefits, including HMO and life insurance.

About Your Role in GIS

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) play a critical role in renewable energy project development by providing the spatial intelligence required to support site identification, land management, permitting, engineering design, environmental studies, and construction planning.

The GIS team is responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing spatial databases, generating accurate mapping products, supporting land and permitting activities, and providing geospatial insights that help guide project decisions throughout the development lifecycle.

Depending on the level of the role, responsibilities will range from GIS data processing and mapping support to coordination, management, and oversight of GIS activities across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities (Depending on Level)

• Develop, maintain, and manage GIS databases, geodatabases, and mapping systems for renewable energy projects.
• Prepare and update project maps, land status maps, constraint maps, and other geospatial products required by development, engineering, environmental, permitting, and construction teams.
• Process, encode, validate, and analyze spatial data using GIS and mapping software.
• Conduct georeferencing, digitization, data conversion, and integration of information from surveys, land documents, and external sources.
• Coordinate the acquisition of spatial data from contractors, consultants, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Support contractor engagement and monitor the progress and quality of GIS, surveying, topographic, parcellary, and related deliverables.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of survey outputs, maps, and geospatial datasets.
• Conduct site visits, inspections, and field verification activities as required.
• Coordinate with Land Securement, Permitting, Community Development, Engineering, Environmental, and Construction teams to ensure GIS requirements are met.
• Maintain organized records of maps, survey data, land-related documentation, and geospatial databases.
• Provide spatial analysis and reporting to support project planning, risk assessment, and decision‑making.
• Coordinate with Local Government Units (LGUs), government agencies, consultants, and other external stakeholders as required.
• Support broader business development activities and other duties as reasonably requested by management.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Bachelor's degree in Geodetic Engineering, Geography, Geomatics, Surveying, GIS, or a related field.
• Licensed Geodetic Engineer is highly preferred and may be required depending on the position level.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in GIS, surveying, geospatial analysis, land management, or related fields, ideally within renewable energy, infrastructure, utilities, or large-scale development projects.
• Proficiency in GIS and mapping software such as ArcGIS, QGIS, Google Earth, and related applications.
• Experience managing geodatabases, spatial datasets, and mapping deliverables.
• Knowledge of GPS, RTK, and other surveying equipment and methodologies.
• Experience reviewing lot boundaries, cadastral information, overlaps, and land-related spatial conflicts.
• Willingness to travel frequently to project sites and field locations across the Philippines.

Why Join Us?

By joining this team, you will play a key role in supporting the development of renewable energy projects that will help transform the energy landscape of the Philippines. You will work in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment within a global renewable energy company, contributing directly to projects that deliver long‑term value for local communities and future generations.

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.