Job Description
This job is for a GIS Specialist at Seriti, a company working in renewable energy projects. You will be based in Johannesburg, Gauteng. The role involves managing maps, spatial data, and analysis to support large-scale renewable energy projects like solar and wind farms. Experience in renewable energy is helpful but not required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and update GIS databases using ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
- Collect and update spatial data like land ownership, grid connections, and environmental zones.
- Support development teams in site selection and project planning.
- Create maps and reports for early-stage planning, environmental assessments, and layout design.
- Prepare GIS packages for permits and handovers to construction teams.
- Produce clear maps and reports for decision-making and stakeholder communication.
- Review consultant work for accuracy and completeness.
- Support field visits, train team members, and automate workflows using Python or ArcGIS ModelBuilder.
Requirements:
- Degree or diploma in GIS, Geomatics, Geography, or related fields.
- 3-5 years of GIS experience with a strong portfolio in spatial analysis.
- Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and Field Maps.
- Registration with the South African Geomatics Council (SAGC) is a plus.
- Valid South African driver’s license.
Skills:
- Technical abilities in ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, Google Earth Pro, and CAD.
- Knowledge of coordinate systems (WGS84, UTM 34S/35S).
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools and basic Python/ArcPy.
- Strong cartographic, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary, medical aid, retirement fund contributions, and professional development opportunities.
- Permanent position with occasional travel to project sites.