AddressAbout The Role
Have you gained some experience working as a GIS Technician or similar role? Are you looking for a new challenge with a supportive close-knit team? Do you want to learn more about and take on Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) work, as this becomes the next big thing in terrestrial GIS work?
Aspect Ecology, part of the APEM Group, has an excellent opportunity for a full time, permanent GIS & Graphics Technician to join their in-house Graphics and GIS team. You will be given the opportunity to learn and work on interesting projects helping to identify and map ecologically important considerations for clients who are providing much needed development such as new homes, renewable energy solutions and infrastructure. You will work closely with the ecologists, helping to visualise their field work using industry recognised software and techniques. You will receive training in calculating Biodiversity Net Gain, a growing discipline that is likely to dominate the work in terrestrial GIS work in the coming years, helping to future proof your career.
In addition, you will on occasion, also be able to use your creative flair to support other project work. You may be asked to help design information leaflets or notice boards that highlight the work both ourselves and clients have carried out to mitigate the impact of developments and provide ecological enhancement. Additionally if you are more technically focussed you may be asked to support with some standard IT queries/tasks to support the wider business.
To apply for this role, you must possess:
- Experience working in a GIS role, preferably within terrestrial ecology although this isn’t essential.
- Knowledge of and ideally experience preparing; Ecological Designations, Site Location and Habitats/Features plans.
- Knowledge of BNG and ideally experience in using GIS data to aid in BNG calculations.
- Strong project management skills and understand how to prioritise your workload.
- A relevant degree in environmental/geographical studies.
- Understanding and experience of GIS software, ideally QGIS.
- Strong IT skills including Office packages and Adobe.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as a team with fellow GIS professionals and ecologists.
- A good creative eye to ensure the GIS work you carry out is visually attractive, informative and can be understood quickly and easily. This will also aid wider graphics work.
You will be offered the chance to work on a variety of projects, many of our employees have worked on projects that have been of personal interest to them. We match this with a commitment to continuous development and learning to support your career.
Next steps
We are focused on creating a diverse and inclusive team. If you can’t tick every box on our job description, then we are still keen to hear from you and are open to supporting your development. That may be working part time or supporting you to gain experience in a specific area – we are a growing company and are able to adapt roles to reflect individual skills.
If you think you have what it takes to join our fast-growing business, then please apply immediately on our website. All we need is some basic information and your CV, we will review all applications quickly and will respond to all applications.
