Senior Geospatial Consultant - APAC

Xodus Group is an international energy consultancy, founded on an integrated approach to energy challenges. Our expert engineering and advisory teams work on projects supporting clients across the globe using clever thinking to overcome challenges, promote sustainability, minimise environmental impact and maximise return on investment. We work across the energy sector addressing the global mix of energy infrastructure projects and innovative technology opportunities.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Xodus’ high-calibre Geospatial Team and play a pivotal role in developing and leading our GIS offering in Asia-Pacific. We are looking for an experienced, motivated, energised and creative individual with a passion for devising and applying a approach to solve industry challenges. The ideal candidate will not only possess high-end technical GIS skills and knowledge, but embody the mindset necessary to succeed, with a strong focus on innovation, collaboration, commercial awareness, industry knowledge and relationship-building.

We have an extremely diverse and ever-growing portfolio of exciting projects in the marine energy sector, and our GIS consultants work across the full breadth of the business, supporting projects in Offshore Wind, Marine Renewables, Cables & Interconnectors, Oil & Gas, Hydrogen and Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS). At this critical moment in the Energy Transition, the role of the Geospatial Team has become increasingly prominent as an engine for innovation and integration. We use the latest geospatial technology to unite our diverse expertise, outlaw labour intensive, repetitious work, deliver engaging, insightful analytical outputs and create beautiful maps and applications.

Requirements

• Oversee day to day coordination and line management of the growing APAC Geospatial Team (2-3 people initially).
• Establish and maintain relationships with wider APAC business and external client-base, identifying opportunities for geospatial value-add.
• Drive commercial performance of team, lead business development activities and generate opportunities.
• Deliver cutting-edge GIS analyses and mapping outputs, reports.
• Contribute and coordinate common data environment and company-wide WebGIS resources.
• Prepare and issue written deliverables & proposals.
• Take responsibility for strategic direction of APAC geospatial team in collaboration with Global Geospatial Hub.

Skills and Attributes

• Enthusiasm for developing, promoting & delivering geospatial services within a professional organisation.
• Ability to problem solve with exceptional research, analysis and troubleshooting skills.
• Able to collaborate effectively with team members, peers, supervisors and clients.
• Extensive GIS skillset, encompassing including data management, geodesy, spatial analysis, WebGIS (ESRI-suite) and cartography.
• Excellent data handling, manipulation and analysis skills, ideally with intermediate Python knowledge covering ArcPy/PyQGIS, Geopandas/Shapely/GDAL).
• Value diversity, equity and inclusion and have proven ability in building a strong team culture.
• Able to work independently and as part of a global team.
• Strong business acumen and commercial awareness.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong reporting and analytical skills.
• Ability to work flexibly under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to independently manage own workload and deliver results.
• Creative flair with strong aesthetic and design-led approach to mapping.

Qualifications and Experience

• 8+ years’ experience in GIS field.
• Bachelors or Masters degree in GIS, Geography or related fields.
• Certifications in GIS and work experience will be considered in lieu of higher degree.
• Experience leading teams, mentoring and managing projects.
• Knowledge of / experience in offshore environment and energy sector at APAC regional and global level would be highly beneficial.
• Relevant experience in a consultancy role is desirable.
• Additional relevant domain expertise (e.g. marine science or engineering).

Benefits

• Opportunity to join a vibrant and growing business.
• Modern office near Elizabeth Quay in Perth or Melbourne office in South Yarra.
• Market competitive salary.
• Flexible and hybrid working available.
• This is a permanent full-time role (part-time can be considered).
• Life Insurance and Salary Continuance Insurances.
• Paid parental leave from day one of employment.
• Xodus is dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace where, every voice is valued, every perspective is celebrated, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive.  Connect with like-minded individuals and allies through our Employee Networks, including Xodus Women's Network, X Pride, Neurodiversity Network and Wellbeing Network.
• Xodus is committed to creating a working environment and culture that is compatible to the wellbeing of all our colleagues.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Xodus is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive culture whereby everyone has a strong sense of belonging and can be themselves at work. We believe diversity drives innovation and we continually work to grow our network of people to give us the chance to be the best company that we can.

We promote the freedom to work flexibly by empowering people with the autonomy to choose where and when to work and providing them with the technology to be connected to colleagues.

Our Commitment to Wellbeing

Xodus is committed to providing a healthy working environment and strives to continuously improve the quality of working life of our employees, their families and others who work closing with us. We do this through the integration of wellbeing throughout all business activities, to create a working environment and culture that is compatible to the wellbeing of all our colleagues.

Join us at Xodus and be part of a team that's shaping the future of energy. Together, we have the power to create change and make a difference. Apply now and let's build a brighter, more sustainable future, together!

Your application should include a cover letter outlining what skills you would bring to this role, along with your CV and confirmation of right to work in Australia.

Applications close 9 October 2024