Senior Geospatial Consultant

Location

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

Capabilities

Digital and Data

Office Setup

Hybrid

Job ID

#40982

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, data-driven solutions across Australia and the region. We’re 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 Senior Geospatial Consultant , this role will support the delivery of complex geospatial and digital solutions for clients, combining strong technical capability with a client-focused mindset. This is a visible, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working closely with clients, shaping solutions and contributing to high-quality project outcomes.

Based in Hobart , this role will contribute to the delivery of geospatial projects while working closely with clients and internal teams. There will be opportunities to work alongside clients, including periods of secondment within client offices, providing valuable exposure to different environments and enabling the development of strong, trusted relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of geospatial and digital projects, ensuring outcomes meet client requirements and are delivered efficiently.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and identifying opportunities to add value.
• Apply and guide the use of geospatial and digital tools and methodologies across project delivery.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of geospatial products, services and delivery approaches.
• Support and mentor junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Contribute to business development activities, including supporting proposals and identifying new opportunities.
• Identify and implement innovative and automated approaches to improve data analysis and management processes.
• Support sound commercial outcomes across projects, including awareness of budgets, timelines and risks.

Here's what you'll need

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Geospatial Science, GIS, Data Science, Computer Science or a related discipline.
• Strong experience working with GIS platforms, particularly the ESRI suite (ArcGIS, AGOL, ArcGIS Portal and web mapping).
• Solid understanding of data structures, spatial databases and data management principles.
• Working knowledge of CAD software and its integration with GIS workflows.
• Familiarity with FME Desktop and its application in data transformation and integration.
• Experience or working knowledge of programming languages such as Python and/or JavaScript.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Understanding of project management fundamentals and experience contributing to project delivery.

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 .