About the Role: Our client, a state government organisation, is currently seeking
multiple PO2 Remote Sensing Scientists for a
6-month contract based in Brisbane. In this role, you’ll interpret satellite and other imagery to map and identify landscape changes with a focus on fire scars and vegetation. You will provide your knowledge and expertise to effectively contribute to state-wide mapping and monitoring projects.
As a Remote Sensing Scientist, you will:- Process, interpret and analyse remote sensing imagery and spatial data to identify, map and monitor environmental change
- Generate and deliver high quality, scientifically defensible environmental mapping, and monitoring products and contribute to their continuous improvement
- Contribute to the preparation of high-quality reports, publications, presentations, and project related documentation
- Work independently and as a member of a team and contribute positively to the team’s day to day operations, functioning and culture
Skills & Experience: To be appointed for this position, you will need to have:
- A tertiary qualification in Applied Science, Natural Resource Management or Environmental Management majoring in Remote Sensing, Image Processing, Geographic Information System (GIS), or Geography or agreed equivalent
- A high level of computer literacy and experience working with QGIS and/or ArcGIS software
- Experience in remote sensing, image analysis and interpretation for landscape mapping and monitoring, preferably with a focus on vegetation and/or fire scars
- The ability to translate data into meaningful information for reporting or analytical purposes
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
- Proven ability to engage and communicate with team members, customers and collaborative partners
- A positive and approachable work attitude
Apply! If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed). Or, if you have any questions, please contact the Malia on 07 3175 0680 or brisbane@evolvescientific.com.auWith over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.