Overview
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic person to work in our team of Geomatics Analysts. You will be working as part of a small team processing survey data to support the delivery of our National Elevation Data Programmes, using specialist software and GIS to process and quality control data from state-of-the-art Remote Sensing survey instrumentation including our Airborne LIDAR Terrain Mapper.
Responsibilities
* Process and quality control survey data using specialist software and GIS.
* Support the delivery of National Elevation Data Programmes as part of the Geomatics team.
* Collaborate with National and Area teams to co-deliver monitoring requirements using lidar, aerial photography, bathymetry and satellite data.
Experience and qualifications
* Relevant degree level qualification in Geography, GIS, Environment or another relevant scientific discipline, or equivalent experience with an understanding of operational applications.
* Practical experience and broad-ranging GIS skills using ESRI products such as ArcGIS Pro or ArcMap; experience working with large and complex mapping datasets, preferably Airborne LiDAR.
* Experience of processing and quality control of LiDAR datasets and LiDAR-derived Digital Elevation Models is advantageous.
* Experience in Remote Sensing techniques, analytical and problem-solving skills, and good attention to detail; ability to communicate effectively and work unsupervised to meet deadlines.
Working pattern and locations
The National Monitoring Survey team is national and based at various sites around the country; you can be based anywhere within working proximity to an EA office. Travel to the Geomatics team hub base in Bath when required and occasional in-person presence in EA offices to meet team needs. The post is full-time; other working patterns will be considered.
Interviews
Interviews will take place in-person at the Bath office and will include a technical GIS assessment and capability questions.
Additional information
We are committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome flexible working patterns, including job sharing. We operate a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria. The Environment Agency is a non-departmental public body and has guidance on AI use; applications should be truthful and based on your own experience.
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