We are currently working with a Large Public Sector body in recruiting for a Scientific Officer based in Newfordge.
Main Duties
Using QGIS editing tools to assist with drainage line digitising and editing for the NI LiDAR data set.
Specific Experience / Qualifications required
* Experience in QGIS and competency in editing line work using standard GIS tools.
* An understanding of river hydrology and the flow of water in the landscape.
* Ability to cross reference aerial orthoimagery, digital terrain models and historic maps to assist with drainage correction and digitising.
* Qualifications - a degree in geography, environmental science or equivalent area, which must have included a taught module in GIS. Alternatively, an additional PG qualification in GIS.
Required start date ASAP
Duration of placement 4 months with possible extension for the duration of placement.
Hours of work (9 to 5) Flexible (Core hours 10-2 and 2-4 daily)
Hours of work each week 37
Days of work each week Monday-Friday