Gis Technician - Newcastle, Australia - Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners P/S
2 weeks ago
Description
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) is currently looking for GIS Technician to join the_ onshore Development team in Newcastle_, NSW, Australia.
_The role
The GIS Technician will play a crucial role in supporting renewable energy project development by utilizing Geographic Information System (GIS) tools and expertise.
The role involves the analysis of spatial data, mapping, resource data and analytics to support critical decision-making and optimize project location, design, and development life cycle.
Responsibilities will further consist of
Spatial Analysis
- Conduct spatial analyses to identify optimal locations for wind farm development
- Analyse geographical data, including wind patterns, topography, and environmental values.
Resource Assessment
- Utilize GIS tools to assess renewable energy resources, including wind speed and direction, contributing to accurate resource assessments for project feasibility studies
Site Selection and Optimization
- Collaborate with project development teams to identify suitable sites for wind projects, considering technical, environmental, and regulatory factors.
- Optimize wind farm layouts to maximize energy production and minimize environmental impact.
Environmental Impact Assessment
- Support environmental impact assessments by analysing and visualizing spatial data related to potential impacts on visual amenity, environment and heritage values, and local communities
Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements by mapping and visualizing regulatory zones, landuse restrictions, and other relevant information affecting project development
Data Management
- Structure, manage and organize GIS databases with a superior level of diligence, ensuring accuracy and integrity of spatial data
- Integrate various public and commercial data sources to support project development.
Mapping and Visualization
- Create highquality maps and visualizations to communicate project plans, resource assessments, and other spatial insights to internal and external stakeholders
Collaboration
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams, including engineers, environmental specialists, and project managers, to integrate GIS analyses into project development processes
Continuous Improvement
- Stay informed about advancements in GIS technology and methodologies, implementing improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of spatial analyses
Main Interfaces / stakeholders
- GIS is a cross functional service that will support project development teams, community consultation, land access teams, engineering, and project bid teams.
- Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Environmental Science, or related field.
- Proven experience in using GIS software, such as ArcGIS or QGIS, for spatial analysis and mapping, including online collaborative GIS tools.
- Knowledge of wind energy project development and familiarity with the National Electricity Market.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to convey complex spatial information to diverse stakeholders.
The process
CIP's commitment to diversity and inclusion
CIP is committed to securing a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone feels respected and heard. A diverse workforce allows CIP to achieve results through different approaches and solutions to task execution and problem solving.
We want all our employees to have equal opportunities for personal growth and career opportunities regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability religion, nationality, and ethnicity.
Region:
- New South Wales
Job type:
Permanent
Working hours:
Full-time
Application deadline:
01/04/2024
Location:
Newcastle, NSW
Contacts:
**Madhuri M
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