Geospatial Analyst at WSP

Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Geospatial analysis, GIS applications, Data science, Environmental systems, Remote sensing, Machine learning, Artificial intelligence, Land use planning, Environmental management, Natural resource management, Data analysis, Spatial modeling

Industry

Professional Services

Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives enabling you to do the best work of your life. You can experience a world of opportunities to shape a career as unique as you. WSP is one of the world’s top professional services firms, bringing together some of the brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe. We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. We see the world through a Future Ready® lens, fuelled by a shared commitment to making a positive impact—one project and community at a time. Geospatial Analyst / Data Scientist - Hamilton, Palmerston North or Christchurch As part of the Sustainable Land team in WSP’s Primary Industries team, this data scientist role is key to support the Senior Data Scientist by providing expertise in geospatial analysis and GIS applications. This role sits at the intersection of data science, geospatial analysis, and environmental systems, supporting projects that inform land use, environmental management, and long-term planning. The role requires a deep understanding of natural resource challenges and environmental issues in New Zealand, ensuring work is carried out with meticulous attention to detail. Leveraging remote sensing, advanced machine learning and AI techniques, this role contributes to innovative solutions for client projects and explores opportunities in emerging markets, ultimately advancing the sustainable management of land and water resources. This role can be based in either Hamilton, Palmerston North or Christchurch. About you: • Relevant tertiary qualification in environmental science, geospatial (or GIS), computer science, machine learning and artificial intelligence, remote sensing or related fields. • Post graduate qualification preferred but not required. • Preferably minimum of 2-4 years’ professional experience in a related discipline. • Has a comprehensive understanding of New Zealand's landscapes, environment and vegetation. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. We are proud to have the blueprint of Aotearoa New Zealand in our DNA and our 2,000+ expert professionals in 24 offices are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 75,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can. Apply today. We will review applications as they come in, so if this opportunity sounds like you, don’t wait to apply!

Responsibilities

The role involves providing expertise in geospatial analysis and GIS applications to support the Senior Data Scientist within the Sustainable Land team. It focuses on leveraging remote sensing, machine learning, and AI to inform land use, environmental management, and long-term planning projects.