Geospatial Consultant

Location

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Capabilities

Digital and Data

Office Setup

Hybrid

Job ID

#40874

Market

Cities & Places

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we’re expanding our Geospatial Services capability to meet growing client demand and accelerate the delivery of innovative digital and data-driven solutions across Australia and the region. We are working across a diverse and exciting portfolio of projects spanning transport, resources, water and environmental sectors, partnering with clients to solve complex challenges through geospatial and digital innovation.

As a Geospatial Consultant, this role will support the delivery of a range of geospatial and digital solutions. Based in Brisbane , you will contribute to the delivery of geospatial projects while working closely with senior team members and clients. This role will also provide you with secondment opportunities within client offices, providing exposure to different environments and helping build strong, collaborative relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination and delivery of geospatial and digital projects, ensuring outcomes meet client requirements.
• Assist in building and maintaining positive client relationships, including responding to feedback and supporting client needs.
• Contribute to project delivery by applying geospatial and digital tools, with guidance from senior team members.
• Support the development and enhancement of geospatial products, services and delivery approaches.
• Work collaboratively within a supportive team environment, contributing to a positive and high-performing culture.
• Assist with commercial aspects of projects, including tracking progress and supporting efficient delivery.
• Contribute to the development of innovative and automated approaches to improve data analysis and management processes.

Here's what you'll need

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Geospatial Science, GIS, Spatial Analytics or a related discipline.
• Experience working with geospatial products, tools or services (i.e. ArcGIS Pro, Survey123, Field Maps, EIS etc.)
• Exposure to project delivery in a consulting, technical or client-focused environment. (*previous experience within a consultancy or utility environment will be advantageous.)
• An interest in applying innovative digital and geospatial solutions.
• A willingness to support business development activities and contribute to team initiatives.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• A proactive and adaptable approach with a willingness to learn and develop.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs here .

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of diverse perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here .

Our meticulously curated employee benefits support ALL employees throughout every stage of life. From paid parental leave to a lifetime financial allowance for you and your partner to access family forming Fertility & IVF treatment, adoption and surrogacy assistance along with menopause and Low T treatment.

We are steadfast in our commitment to the wellbeing of you and your loved ones with a comprehensive suite of wellbeing resources supporting you physically, emotionally and financially. This is demonstrated in our company being recognised by WGEA for 12 consecutive years as an employer of choice for gender equality along with our industry leading GOLD employer status by the Australian Workplace Equality Index.

Cultural Support

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Jacobs aims to provide cultural safety at our interviews. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are invited to nominate a cultural representative to participate on the interview panel; please let your recruiter know in your application. No matter what drives you, you'll discover a way to cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .