Graduate Gis Spatial Data Analyst

Join us today to be part of a dynamic and growing team creating a future where productive agriculture and environmental stewardship are bonded as one.

Who are we?

Covalent Land Aust. Pty Ltd (CLA) are passionate about tackling the pressing issue of climate change, providing evidence-led solutions to reduce emissions using nature-based solutions. We do this through working sympathetically with agricultural systems (traditional food and fibre industries) and investing in natural ecosystems. We maximise the economic value of agricultural properties through the development of intelligent, quality carbon project designs.

Our vision is to create a future where productive agriculture and environmental stewardship are bonded as one. By promoting resilient practices, we can help ensure thriving regional communities for generations to come. Through demonstrating the benefits of sustainable agriculture and carbon sequestration at a large scale we will inspire others to follow suit and create a movement for positive change. As one. https://covalentland.au/

What do we value?

We value passion, respect, integrity, innovation, and practicality.

Role Purpose

Your role will be working alongside the Lead Spatial Analyst to deliver quality mapping products and data management for our native reforestation and regeneration carbon sequestration projects. Your main responsibilities will be to assist our operations team with the critical GIS mapping and analysis aspects of projects from the initial feasibility (exploration) phases right through to operational & long-term maintenance of project data for audits and reporting.

Success in this role will see you…

• Working collaboratively with the Lead Spatial Analyst, Project Officers, and Project Managers in creating GIS products that fit their needs.
• Undertaking desktop-level assessments of prospective properties including: a) understanding of obtaining council and state planning data, historical records data, & environmental attributes of the land (vegetation community types, contours) to achieve this, and b) report-writing skills to document these findings for clients.
• Completing instructional and effective mapping for contractor ground operations including mapping of key ground infrastructure and a clear visual representation of the work being requested.
• Learning how to model carbon yield across a project, or experience, using the FullCAM program and reporting findings back to the team.
• Be involved in lead innovations for in-field and landscape data capture as technology develops.
• Achieving a standardised, logical data management system of all GIS files that can be easily understood for future audits and reports.
• Producing all geospatial requirements relating to carbon projects and property procurement, including; FullCAM modelling; planting design mapping; phone-based map applications for contractors and staff; records of planning layers and property infrastructures; detailed map illustrations for reports; and geospatial submissions to the Clean Energy Regulator.
• Engaging with third-party auditors (with the supervision of Lead Spatial Analyst) from time to time to submit geospatial files in line with requirements and carbon offset reporting to the Clean Energy Regulator.
• Liaising with clients’ spatial teams where required for data sharing.

Experience/Knowledge

• A Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Spatial Sciences (or equivalent. Environmental Sciences also considered).
• A base understanding of mapping with ESRI products including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and Field Maps. In particular, a familiarity with supervised classifications, georeferencing, creating mobile maps for teams to use in the field, and publishing detailed high-quality maps for reports, are examples of skills we are looking for.
• High level of data management and analysis skills
• Willingness to learn and understand regulations and methodologies that apply to how carbon projects (environmental plantings) must be mapped and monitored.
• Those with a background or interest in the environment or ecology disciplines will be advantageous, but not essential for the role.

Behavioural Competencies

• Applying Expertise & Technology: Applies functional expertise; communicates using technology; operates job related technology; installs, troubleshoots, and repairs technology or equipment; builds, designs or creates new tools or systems.
• Critical Thinking: Categorises information; analyses information; critically evaluates; makes rational judgements.
• Ethics & Values: Acts ethically; earns trust; promotes social responsibility; promotes environmental responsibility.
• Building Relationships: Builds rapport; creates a positive impression; adapts interpersonal style; maintains good working relationships; offers help; builds and maintains networks; develops cross-functional awareness; manages conflict.
• Delivering Results: Puts customers first; works to high quality standards; works systematically; attends to multiple tasks; stays focussed; performs repetitive tasks; shows commitment to the organisation.

Other Role Requirements

• You will need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Willingness to upskill in spatial technologies where required and where opportunities arise
• Location: New South Wales, Victoria, SE Queensland / Work from Home