Trainee Geospatial Editor

Woolpert; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading geospatial firm in Johannesburg is looking for a full-time Trainee Geospatial Editor for a 6-month contract. The role involves editing geospatial data, ensuring data accuracy, and collaborating within a dynamic team. Interested candidates should have a National Diploma in GIS or related fields. The company offers flexible work conditions and unique benefits like career development opportunities and fitness reimbursement.

Benefits

Flexible vacation

Career development opportunities

Fitness reimbursement

Technology stipend

Qualifications

• A National Diploma (completed or partially completed / dropped out) in GIS, Geomatics, Environmental Science, or a related technical field is required.
• An Esri qualification or certification would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in editing and processing geospatial data and maps.
• Support the organization and curation of aerial imagery and spatial datasets.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and compliance with industry standards.

Skills

GIS knowledge

Data editing

Collaboration

Education

National Diploma in GIS or related field

Job description

Overview

Woolpert is seeking motivated individuals to join our team as full-time Trainee Geospatial Editors based in our Bryanston office on a 6-month contract, with the possibility of an extension based on performance and project needs.

We are committed to developing young talent by providing hands-on experience with cutting-edge geospatial technologies in a supportive and growth-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in editing and processing geospatial data and maps.
• Support the organization and curation of aerial imagery and spatial datasets.
• Interpret and edit geospatial information using internal tools and software.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with experienced technicians and contribute to team productivity.
• Follow quality control procedures and project workflows.
• Meet assigned deadlines and contribute to project goals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A National Diploma (completed or partially completed / dropped out) in GIS, Geomatics, Environmental Science, or a related technical field is required.
• An Esri qualification or certification would be an advantage.

Unique Benefits

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial (AEG) companies in the world. With over 60 offices and countless projects around the globe, Woolpert makes a real difference at home and abroad. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Diverse experiences: Work on meaningful projects that improve quality of life around the world.
• Freedom to work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible vacation
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Fitness reimbursement, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more: Choose the benefits that work best for you.
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