Overview
We are looking for a confident and enthusiastic Geomatics Analyst to join the National Monitoring Survey team. The role focuses on the delivery of remote sensing products, with a strong emphasis on the use of airborne optical data to support intertidal vegetation mapping, particularly saltmarsh extent and zonation. This work contributes to the Environment Agency’s statutory reporting obligations under the Water Environment (Water Framework Directive) Regulations and supports the assessment and monitoring of intertidal habitats. You will work as part of a small, collaborative team to produce high-quality spatial data that supports environmental monitoring and reporting.
You will process and analyse aerial photography and other airborne optical datasets, with additional use of satellite and drone data where appropriate. There may also be a requirement to collect and integrate ground truth data to support and validate remote sensing outputs.
Your knowledge of remote sensing data may include:
* Airborne data (Optical, Hyperspectral, or LIDAR)
* Satellite imagery (Optical/SAR)
* Drone-acquired imagery
Responsibilities
* Produce saltmarsh extent and zonation mapping from high-resolution aerial imagery.
* Monitor intertidal zones for macro algae opportunistically.
* Edit existing spatial features and digitise new extents based on remote sensing interpretation.
* Identify vegetation types in airborne imagery using a broad classification system suitable for intertidal habitats.
* Support environmental monitoring and incident response through other remote sensing analysis.
* Process and analyse aerial photography and satellite/drone data; integrate ground truth data where required.
* Collaborate within the National Monitoring Survey team and be willing to travel to the Geomatics team hub base in Bath when required.
* Role is full-time; flexible working patterns will be considered where appropriate.
Qualifications and experience
* Degree in Geography, Remote Sensing, GIS, Environmental Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
* Strong GIS skills, ideally using ESRI products such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online or ArcMap; experience working with large spatial datasets for analysis and reporting.
* Practical experience with remote sensing data, particularly airborne optical imagery; understanding of image classification techniques for habitat mapping. Experience with satellite and drone data is beneficial.
* Familiarity with editing spatial features and spatial data management (feature classes, spatial editing workflows).
* Ability to identify vegetation types in imagery and apply a broad habitat classification system.
* Strong organisational skills, professional attitude, and the ability to work independently and meet deadlines; effective communication and teamwork.
Additional information
* The National Monitoring Survey team is national and located at various sites; remote working proximity to an Environment Agency office is acceptable.
* Travel to Bath for hub activities may be required; interviews are conducted via MS Teams.
* Length of contract: up to November 2026.
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