2023 Graduate Program - Engineers (GIS) (Start ASAP)

Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind.

We care about the communities we serve—because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.

Stantec is a global leader in the Water Infrastructure sector. We implement technically innovative water and wastewater solutions to manage and meet increasingly complex regulatory and quality standards while focusing on sustainable and cost-effective options. We provide a full suite of integrated water, wastewater, stormwater, solid waste and general civil, engineering and management advisory services to meet the needs of our clients using the latest innovative industry research and global experience.

The opportunity:

We are looking for a driven GIS Analyst graduate to join our water engineering team based in our Sydney office. You will join a team that works on water engineering projects, not only locally, but across Australia and the wider Asia Pacific region. You will work with a diverse client set from local government, industry, and private development. As a graduate, with 0 to 3 years of work experience, you will have many opportunities available to you by joining us at Stantec, including:

Key responsibilities

• Facilitate and manage digital field data collection across multiple field teams
• Produce high-quality cartographical figures for technical reports
• Follow QA/QC procedures and maintain high standards of quality with all spatial data management and deliverables
• Maintain and update GIS databases
• Help develop geospatial knowledge and drive innovation within the business
• Provide ad-hoc GIS support to Stantec staff
• Demonstrable skills and experience using the ESRI software suite
• Ability to work across multiple projects/teams simultaneously, maintaining client and staff relationships while delivering work effectively and within time and budget constraints
• Efficient problem-solving skills and ability to work independently when required.

To be successful in the role you’ll have

Relevant tertiary qualification in a Spatial Science, such as GIS, Geomatics, Geography, or Geoscience

Desirable skills

• Experience with ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Pro
• Experience and/or knowledge of ESRI Portal and server-side ESRI administration
• Experience with FME Desktop/Server
• Scripting in Python and/or R 
• Knowledge and/or interest in remote sensing and machine learning 

What we offer:

Along with a competitive salary, we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

• Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks of additional leave.
• Learning and Talent Development Programs include Global programmes, online learning, and on-the-job learning.
• Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others.
• Professional Memberships.
• Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI).
• Service Recognition Awards.
• Employee Assistance Program.

The Stantec community unites approximately 25,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport, and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.

How to apply:

Submit your most recent CV and Cover Letter outlining your interests to the water and wastewater industry relating to Stantec’s Sydney Water Team and any relevant work experience you may have.

Applications close 3rd April 2022