Gavia Environmental has been trading for nearly 15 years, and we have established a reputation with our clients as pragmatic, but highly professional environmental consultants. We provide a robust practical service, as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible. The UK’s energy generation and transmission systems are undergoing revolutionary change as we progress towards Net Zero. This includes a massive increase in the number of renewable energy developments plus a major upgrade in the country’s energy transmission networks. These developments combined with increasing recognition of the urgent need to protect and restore our peatland landscapes and other protected habitats requires a passionate new generation of environmental professionals to deliver. At Gavia Environmental, we’re at the heart of these positive developments and this has led to a healthy future order book with several longer-term projects within the energy infrastructure and sectors. Job intro We are currently seeking an experienced senior GIS professional with leadership skills to contribute to Gavia’s growing portfolio of BNG, renewable energy and linear infrastructure projects. We envisage this position as acting as a technical lead for the GIS discipline across the various environmental teams within Gavia Environmental. Location We are seeking to recruit this role to our London office. However, we could consider an alternative base location (including Perth, Glasgow & Evesham) for an exceptional candidate. Essential knowledge & experience To be successful in this role, we expect you would: hold a recognised qualification(s) in Geographic Information Systems or other related disciplines at university, college/higher education level. have 5-8 years’ experience and/ or an equivalent combination of education and consultancy/practice-based experience. have an understanding of environmental consultancy and experience across a range of software packages and data output needs. be able to use/process the outputs from AutoCAD. have strong cartographic skills, adhering to data standards. have demonstrable experience of working with a multidisciplinary team. be able to work in a fast-paced environment and able to set and manage deadlines and team members. be flexible and able to to work with internal teams and client teams across the UK. Role responsibilities This role will report to our Technical Director (Ecology - England) but will involved working alongside all of our internal teams across the UK. The core duties of the GIS Consultant post are as follows: To act as Point of Contact for all GIS work awarded to Gavia and be responsible both for day-to-day liaison between GIS team and other GEL Consultants as well as clients. To create, maintain and update mapping templates for use by other Gavia staff. To provide in house training and support for GIS users and other technical staff. To share conventions and GIS changes with other members of Gavia staff. Support mobile/tablet/web and other desk-based data handling and creation. Spatial and non-spatial data handling, creating and maintaining content in geodatabases, following excellent data management principles. Effectively manage available time and budget to ensure the timely completion of all required GIS tasks. Manage any risks and liability arising from GIS work, e.g. ensure that mapping data licences are valid and in-date. To contribute to tenders/proposals where significant GIS input is required, and to proactively identify prospective clients in accordance with Gavia's priorities. Be responsible for obtaining clear instruction on the time available from other consultants (including sub-contractors) for the completion of work and convey that budget/time information to all persons working on that GIS project if not yourself. To continue to develop responsibility for reducing risks and minimising liability in relation to GIS work, e.g. ensure that mapping data licences are in-date and valid for any external mapping works being issued as a final output. To deliver accurate and well-presented GIS figures and data analysis or reporting and QA output from other GIS staff. To contribute to GELs marketing activities, e.g. marketing campaigns and materials, press releases, GIS mapping and imagery for website, X and Instagram posts, articles, identification and attendance at suitable conferences and exhibitions, etc. To contribute to tenders/proposals, and proactively identifying and contacting prospective clients in accordance with priorities set by GEL’s Directors or Technical Directors. Carry out geoprocessing, database and analysis tasks using coding pertinent to software packages commonly used at GEL such as QGIS, QField, Coreo and AutoCAD. Working within and setting good GIS standards and best practice. The GIS Consultant will work with their line manager to agree their own personal performance objectives and identify training courses to attend and other activities to undertake as part of his/her continuing Professional Development. Salary & benefits For a small SME, Gavia is able to offer an attractive salary. The salary associated with this role will be dependant on your existing skills and experience. We work on a 40 hours per week basis, and along with your base salary, we offer a range of other core benefits, including share scheme, 25 days of holiday, Scottish Bank Holidays (9, regardless of base location), private medical insurance, company pension scheme, paid annual professional membership renewal, IT discounts, provision of all site PPE, as well as, waterproof, windproof and thermal tactical outdoor clothing and boots as required. We offer long-term opportunities to develop your professional career as far as you wish to take it. Additional information For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a relocation package or visa sponsorship with this position. Our other screening checks can include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, any criminal records, and references from previous employers. The screening that takes place will be relevant to your role. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or age. Please apply with your CV and cover letter to [email protected]. STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE Gavia works with a carefully selected set of recruitment agencies and are not looking to add to our PSL. We do not accept unsolicited agency CVs sent to the recruitment team or directly to the hiring manager. Gavia will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: From £35,000.00 per year Benefits: Additional leave Casual dress Company pension Cycle to work scheme Flexitime Gym membership Private dental insurance Private medical insurance Work from home Schedule: Monday to Friday Overtime Ability to commute/relocate: London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Application question(s): Do you, or will you in future, require visa sponsorship? Education: Bachelor's (preferred) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (preferred) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in London Reference ID: GELSGIS24

Additional leave, Casual dress, Company pension, Cycle to work scheme, Gym membership, Private dental insurance, Private medical insurance, Relocation assistance, Work from home