The Vacancy
Binnies are recruiting for an experienced GIS Engineer/Consultant to join our GIS team.
In this role you will perform various GIS and information management tasks such as data capture and translation, spatial analysis, reporting and visualization tasks on water utilities, flooding, environmental and engineering related projects. Specific tasks include, but are not limited to:
- Assist colleagues in developing new business and winning new work;
- Take part in producing proposals: Including technical methodologies and financial proposal and presenting to clients;
- Constantly assess the market for new developments within the GIS community to keep moving forward;
- Taking part in evaluating user needs for information management and mapping.
- Providing recommendations to projects for the most appropriate solution and approach.
- user needs report;
- gap analysis;
- project based standards documentation;
- project based management plan;
- development of methodologies and procedures;
- database design; and
- solutions for using various GIS based tools such as web mapping, mobile data collection, desktop GIS analysis and custom user tools, final visualisation and presentation of data.
- Manage implementation of such recommendations by the wider GIS team and/or other technology specialists;
- Assist in the design and implementation of:
- improved processes for quality control and assessment of incoming and outgoing data;
- on-going development and implementation of standards for day-to-day GIS processes and data management; and
- geoprocessing scripts to automate complex tasks and improve efficiencies.
- Assist projects from various sectors with management and analysis of geospatial data;
- Occasionally assist colleagues with data analysis and mapping for report final figure production;
- Provide guidance, mentoring and problem solving support to GIS team colleagues;
- Assist in collaboration across the global GIS practice by sharing knowledge to promote business improvement across distributed teams this will include:
- presenting on project examples, capabilities and and/or tools;
- provide occasional training activities to other GIS team members and users and across sectors; and
- actively taking part in discussion topics, answering questions from others and posting questions or information using internal collaboration tools.
- Mentor and Supervise Analyst and Graduates within the team;
- Digitisation, Data Capture and Translation;
- Data Editing and Manipulation;
- Reporting: Data querying, filtering and summarising (ArcGIS, MS Excel, MS Access etc.).
- Geoprocessing: Use of ArcGIS tools and creation, modification and running of complex workflows within ArcGIS ModelBuilder or FME. Experience of ESRI ArcGIS online. Configuration of ArcGIS online App and Field Apps
- Spatial and 3D Analysis: Creation of raster data, understanding of interpolation and extrapolation. Understanding of raster analysis. Use of Digital Terrain and Surface Models.
- Data Management: Application of version control and naming conventions. Knowledge of the different database and geodatabase types and their uses. Understanding of metadata.
- Dealing with internal clients and project managers, able to communicate effectively with colleagues and managers both verbally and in writing.
Qualifications/Requirements
You should possess and be able to demonstrate the following qualifications, skills and knowledge;
- Formal ArcGIS training, knowledge of ArcGIS tools.
- BSc in Physical Sciences/Earth Sciences such as Geography or MSc in Remote Sensing, GIS or similar
- Graduate
- Previous work in UK water industry
- Experience user of ESRI ArcGIS Online, Desktop and Pro.
- Feature Manipulation Engine (FME) FME Workbenches, Configuration of Complex workflow.
Functional experience in the following:
- Spatial Analysis, 3D Analysis
- Relational databases: MSAccess –database creation and querying SQL
About Us
We develop intelligent solutions using our award-winning integrated planning and design approach to deliver functional infrastructure and lasting environmental and social legacies. This is backed by a culture that has stayed true since our foundation over 100 years ago. We create new possibilities for humanity through our innovative approach to delivery.
Together with our clients, we are always striving to find a smarter way to deliver projects. From providing low carbon, sustainable and resilient water solutions, flood alleviation and environment services, to connecting people with insights and data. Our business exists to improve the quality of life for our local communities today and for generations to come.
Binnies is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
