Senior GIS Analyst

HumeLink West Project

Two CIMIC Group companies, UGL and CPB Contractors have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the 130km western section of the HumeLink high voltage electricity transmission project.

HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project which will connect Wagga Wagga, Maragle and Bannaby in regional NSW that will significantly increase the capacity of the electricity network in Australia’s eastern states. HumeLink is one of Australia’s largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365kms of proposed new transmission lines and a range of other new and upgraded infrastructure.

The HumeLink West scope of works, worth $1.4bn, includes delivery of new 500kV double circuit transmission lines spanning 130kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugaa, the Interface Point with HumeLink East near Gundagai and a new substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0.

The Opportunity

As a GIS Engineer you will be responsible for maintaining core GIS standards and processes as well as analyzing, interpreting, and outputting spatial data to support environment, heritage, design, and construction. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that spatial data is utilized effectively to optimize project delivery. 
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze, interpret, and output spatial data and derived products to support the project.
• Produce high standard cartographic outputs.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to optimize data flows, design, and delivery.
• Maintain core GIS standards and processes including metadata, single-point-of-truth, and data flow controls.
• Develop and maintain GIS databases and systems.
• Develop and maintain an accurate and current online presence.
• Provide training and support to users of the GIS as required.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of GIS software and databases. (ESRI.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Enthusiasm and a desire to learn.
• Willingness to visit sites for setup and training
• Environmental data experience desirable.
• Familiarity with ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Enterprise desirable.
• Basic Python skills desirable.

The successful candidate will be required to hold a current Construction Industry Induction Card (White Card or equivalent) and undergo a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) prior to commencement.

Where applicable, evidence of tertiary qualifications and proof of right to work will be required prior to successful appointment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement and participation and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.

We’re always looking for ways to make UGL and CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:

• A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.
• Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career. 
• Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
• Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.
  
   

Please note\: This role is being sourced through UGL and CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.