Remote GIS Analyst: Agriculture & Sustainability Insights

Placements24

Rustenburg

Hybrid

ZAR 360,000 - 600,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remote salary

Equipment provided

Professional growth opportunities

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Remote GIS Analyst to support our agricultural division. The role focuses on managing geospatial databases, creating maps, and analyzing spatial data to guide crop monitoring, soil and weather-related insights, and land use planning.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, strong GIS software experience (ArcGIS, QGIS), and solid data visualization skills. Remote collaboration and effective communication are essential.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Environmental Science, Agriculture, or a related field.
Experience with GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS) and spatial analysis techniques.
Familiarity with remote sensing principles and tools.
Understanding of agricultural concepts and land management.
Strong data management and visualization skills.
Excellent communication for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and manage geospatial databases for agricultural operations.
Create detailed maps and visualizations for land use planning, crop monitoring, and yield analysis.
Analyze spatial data to identify trends and correlations related to soil, weather, and crop performance.
Integrate satellite imagery, drone data, and field surveys into GIS platforms.
Collaborate with agronomists to translate spatial data needs into actionable reports and tools.
Ensure data accuracy and adherence to GIS best practices for agricultural applications.