Spatial Analyst

Mō te tūranga | About the role
The exciting new role includes spatial analysis as well as supporting project management across the section. Key projects will be related to new and emerging geospatial technologies.

Tasks include:

• Support the spatial analysis and modelling team in design and performing spatial analysis and modelling
• Provide project management support for the Geospatial Emerging Technology proof of concept projects undertaking a role as key point of contact
• Provide reporting to the Emerging Technology governance group
• Provide cost benefit analysis for the assessed technology solutions
• Collaborate with vendors and partner agencies to find out a range of potential geospatial new and emerging technology solutions

Mō te tangata | About you
If you have these skills, this is the role for you

• At least 5 years' experience in spatial analysis and modelling skills
• Knowledge and understanding of GIS Software, especially within the ArcGIS products suite operating in a SQL Server Spatial environment
• Existing project management skills and experience
• When communicating, you show excellent skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to quickly learn how to operate technology solutions to be able to undertake cursory testing of their appropriateness without always relying on a third party
• Strategic and tactical thinking skills

Mō ngā pūkenga | Qualifications and experience

• Relevant degree level qualification (desirably in GIS, geography, computer science or information technology)
• At least 5 years' experience in GIS analyst or similar roles
• Proven knowledge and understanding of GIS Software, particularly with respect to (but not limited to) ArcGIS products operating in a SQL Server Spatial environment
• Project management and reporting experience
• Proven success at building relationships

**Mō mātou | About us
This is a vibrant team who know how to work hard but also to have fun.

Our team is constantly looking at ways we might adapt to changing opportunities whilst delivering geospatial solutions to the Council and our partners.

This role will be instrumental in identifying and delivering those solutions, particularly those that centre on emerging geospatial technology.

We work collaboratively with others in the region and nationally.

Our mahi is as diverse as the region we care for and the people who share it.

Our work helps look after our region's water, soil, air, geothermal areas and coasts - so we can all enjoy these precious resources for generations to come.

If you'd like to understand more about what we do please click here The work we do | Waikato Regional Council.

By partnering with iwi and working with many others in our communities, our collective kaitiakitanga will make the Waikato region even better.

Together, we'll create a sustainable future that will make a positive difference to people's lives.

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