GIS Technician

Posted: 27 September 2012 at 17:00   Expires: 25 October 2012 at 17:00

Posted In: Geoscience > Geophysical Data Processing

Location: Azerbaijan > Baku

Providing GIS support using ESRI ArcGIS software (and extensions).

Perform data collection inputs for implementation for Offshore pipelines.

Job Description

Our client is one of the world's largest energy companies employing over 80,000 personnel and operating in over 100 countries worldwide with expertise covering a range of energy sources

They are currently recruiting for the position of GIS Technician, based in Baku, Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan local national salary and terms of employment apply to this position.

Main responsibilities will include;
Providing GIS support using ESRI ArcGIS software (and extensions).
Perform data collection inputs for implementation for Offshore pipelines.
Quality Control checks of GIS data and metadata.
Liaise with both survey and engineering personnel to ensure timely and quality inputs to the GIS.
Provide specific GIS deliverables as required to support in-country Operations Activities
Ensure compliance with company HSE regulations

Essential education
Higher Technical Education Diploma / Tertiary Education Diploma /HNC Qualification (or equivalent) in Geography, Engineering or Computer Science and ESRI GIS
Training, and proficiency in a variety of GIS and drafting applications including but not limited to ArcGIS and AutoCad.

Essential criteria
Experience with GIS data in a GIS, Cartography, Mechanical, Engineering or Drafting environment.
Strong reporting skills required with a proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly MS Excel.
Good English language skills

This is a contract position

If you feel that you are well suited to the above opportunity and would like to find out more then please contact Orion Group for more information or apply by forwarding your current CV quoting reference 90796

Orion Group currently supplies over 3,500 personnel in roles including Oil & Gas, Renewables, Power & Utilities, Construction, Mining, Rail, Aerospace, IT & Telecoms, Office and Commercial. With 29 offices worldwide, Orion Group operating in the UK and internationally and in January 2009, were named the UK's number one for engineering recruitment