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Bathymetric LiDAR for Waterway Management Woolpert were commissioned to survey for a project that involved 645 km2 over a coastal and waterways network in Eastern Australia. The site had a shallow drafted estuary, where bathymetric information was needed to maintain the usability and safety of the waterways. The area was subject to dynamic coastal processes. […]

Woolpert were commissioned to conduct a 2.7km railway corridor Mobile Laser Scanning (MLS) survey to determine its Building Information Model (BIM) suitability. This required accurately defining assets and utilities with dense point cloud information for feature survey and 3D modelling production.

Woolpert was commissioned to undertake Aerial LiDAR, A3 Digital Orthophoto Imagery, Oblique Imagery, Rendered 3D Building Models and Building Footprints for the City of Johannesburg (CoJ) metropolitan area measuring 2,950 square kilometres.

Volumetric Survey of Tarong PowerStation Ash Storage Facility Overview Understanding and managing risk is crucial within the power generation and mineral extraction industries. Risk mitigation underpins safe practice forming a key part planning for production, operations, waste management and rehabilitation. Stringent legislation also requires high standards to be enforced by the industry. Situation Stanwell Corporation […]

Brisbane City Council eBIMAP Increasing map service performance to enhance customer experience Brisbane City Council is the largest local government in Australia with over 1 million residents. The Council is committed to responsibly managing the city. It strives to set and maintain the highest service standards to ensure real value is delivered for Brisbane’s ratepayers […]

Background As our climate changes, heatwaves are getting hotter, longer and more frequent. Urban areas already suffering from the heat island effect will bear the brunt of these harsher heat events. Urban heat islands are areas of the urban environment that are significantly warmer than the surrounding landscape. In particular, areas with a larger thermal […]

Woolpert received the highly coveted J.K. Barrie Award and the People and Community Award at the Asia-Pacific Spatial Excellence Awards.

Airborne LiDAR & asset modelling for effective powerline vegetation management Power Line Monitoring for the Energy Sector The safe operation of its 11,000 plus kilometre transmission network is the highest priority of this transmission owner and operator. With assets located in high fire danger areas, and sections of densely vegetated transmission line corridors at risk […]

Laser Scanning to BIM: Melbourne City Baths Background The iconic Melbourne City Baths, which first opened in 1860, provides health and fitness facilities and maintains the largest swimming pool in the Melbourne CBD. Although it is a beautiful building, it is showing its age. In response to the need to pro-actively manage the site, the […]

The University of Melbourne undertook redevelopment work to its site. In particular, the Old Commerce Building was demolished. Due to its façade being of significant heritage value, it needed to be retained whilst the remainder of the building was demolished. It was imperative that the construction works did not cause any movement and potential damage to the façade during the demolition of the building and the erection of a façade retention structure.

In 2014 the Prime Minister’s Office of Singapore unveiled Virtual Singapore1, a dynamic three-dimensional (3D) city model and collaborative data platform, including the 3D maps of Singapore. When completed, Virtual Singapore will be the authoritative 3D digital platform intended for use by the public, private, people and research sectors. It will enable users from different […]

Dynamic city planning through advanced GIS capability Porirua is located on New Zealand’s North Island, one of four cities that constitute the Wellington metropolitan area. Porirua City Council (PCC) comprises a community of 52,000 people. PCC’s plan for 2015-25 will see the Council make a significant investment in new infrastructure and city centre development. AAM […]

Overview Following numerous QLD flood events, Bundaberg Regional Council (BRC) was forced to action a new Burnett River flood mapping plan. The Council delivered a publicly available flood mapping tool ensuring Queensland communities can more easily understand flood events and make better informed decisions. Overview Following numerous Queensland flood events, Bundaberg Regional Council (BRC) was […]

Brisbane City Council eBIMAP Increasing map service performance to enhance customer experience Brisbane City Council is the largest local government in Australia with over 1 million residents. The Council is committed to responsibly managing the city. It strives to set and maintain the highest service standards to ensure real value is delivered for Brisbane’s ratepayers […]

Mine site development requires various layers of spatial data and balancing an everchanging cost versus accuracy equation. Many companies utilise existing or satellite data as a low-cost layer option moving to more accurate options as alternatives are refined. While opting for a low-cost execution is tempting, the consequences of basing decisions on flawed spatial data […]

Ultra High Density LiDAR for Gas Fields Overview This multinational resources company develops and operates natural gas (coal seam) reserves across Australia. Business operations involve managing natural gas leases and the extraction, liquefaction and transport of this resource. The company is also responsible for environmental monitoring and rehabilitation of land affected by their operations. AAM’s […]

Overview UGL required high-accuracy 3D models of Sydney Trains’ “Tangara fleet” railcar interiors. We initially undertook a four-carriage test study checking the components’ consistency in preparation for the fleet’s refurbishment. Situation Our 3D carriage interior models included stairwells, vestibules, end saloons and drivers’ desks to assist with their redesign. Focus areas included geometric components like […]

Woolpert have worked alongside Sydney Trains for over two decades providing Detailed Services Search (DSS) surveys of Greater Sydney’s rail network. Their purpose is to provide accurate representations of underground services for the network’s future design.

Woolpert was commissioned to undertake Aerial LiDAR, A3 Digital Orthophoto Imagery, Oblique Imagery, Rendered 3D Building Models and Building Footprints for the City of Johannesburg (CoJ) metropolitan area measuring 2,950 square kilometres.

The University of Melbourne undertook redevelopment work to its site. In particular, the Old Commerce Building was demolished. Due to its façade being of significant heritage value, it needed to be retained whilst the remainder of the building was demolished. It was imperative that the construction works did not cause any movement and potential damage to the façade during the demolition of the building and the erection of a façade retention structure.

Background PF Olsen is New Zealand’s largest independent professional forestry services company serving Australia and New Zealand. PF Olsen had a Geographic Information System (GIS) for some time but had come to a point where they needed to deliver more mapping capability to their staff, upgrade their existing GIS system and continue their Business as […]

Gold Coast Water Authority GIS Management Enhancing community engagement through interactive GIS functionality Gold Coast Waterways Authority (GCWA) is the statutory body that manages the extensive waterways of Queensland’s Gold Coast from south of the Logan River to the New South Wales border. The 10-year GCWA Management Strategy calls for greater access to waterways, alongside […]

Volumetric Survey of Tarong PowerStation Ash Storage Facility Overview Understanding and managing risk is crucial within the power generation and mineral extraction industries. Risk mitigation underpins safe practice forming a key part planning for production, operations, waste management and rehabilitation. Stringent legislation also requires high standards to be enforced by the industry. Situation Stanwell Corporation […]

Airborne LiDAR & asset modelling for effective powerline vegetation management Power Line Monitoring for the Energy Sector The safe operation of its 11,000 plus kilometre transmission network is the highest priority of this transmission owner and operator. With assets located in high fire danger areas, and sections of densely vegetated transmission line corridors at risk […]

Singleton Council’s GIS team required upgrades to their Geocortex Series 4.13 system, while also progressing their Esri ArcGIS Server upgrades and launch of the associated ArcGIS portal environment.

Sunshine Coast Airport, represented by Rede Project Consulting, commissioned Woolpert to provide a Feature and Level Survey, 3D Laser Scan and Building Information Model (BIM) of SCA.

You can apply for this position by providing us with a Cover Letter and your Resume.

Location: Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney or Perth

Woolpert is the premier architecture, engineering, geospatial (AEG), and strategic consulting firm, with a vision to become one of the best companies in the world. We innovate within and across markets to effectively serve public, private, and government clients worldwide.

Woolpert is a Global Top 100 Geospatial Company, a Top 100 ENR Global Design firm, earned six straight Great Place to Work certifications, and actively nurtures a culture of growth, inclusion, diversity, and respect. Founded in 1911 in Dayton, Ohio, Woolpert has been America’s fastest-growing AEG firm since 2015 with over 2,000 employees and more than 60 offices on five continents.

In the Asia-Pacific region, Woolpert specialises in the collection, analysis and delivery of spatial data. We capture measurement and location data by surveying the built and natural environments from the air, ground and over water. We deliver digital solutions of the physical world. Our clients use our products and spatial data to plan, design, build and manage their assets, infrastructure and environments. This is a technical industry where innovation and technologies are constantly evolving.

The GIS Consultant position involves hands on consulting and interaction with Woolpert’s customers, both on site and from the office. This is a technical and consultative role that will work within the growing team of talented Geospatial Specialists to ensure that we deliver quality solutions and products on high profile geospatial projects nationally. You will be utilizing latest software and technology to produce innovative workflow solutions. Experienced in technical or business documentation, liaise with our clients and deliver outcomes within the constraints of scope, quality, time and budget.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Deliver broad range of geospatial consulting services including deployment, configuration, support Geocortex/VertiGIS and Esri ArcGIS suite of products.
• Perform activities including but not limited to server/network administration, application deployment, configuration, testing, demonstration, documentation and training.
• Manage the quality of deliverables and troubleshoot issues.
• Undertake domestic travel as required.

To be successful in this role you will already have prior experience in a similar role together with:

• Experience with Web GIS technologies, preferably Geocortex/VertiGIS & Esri ArcGIS Enterprise and related applications.
• Proven ability to be self-sufficient, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Have excellent written as well as verbal communication skills and build strong relationships with peers and customers.
• Substantial experience with geospatial technologies including Esri ArcGIS and/or Open-Source geospatial products, enterprise IT environments and cloud computing technologies.
• Experience in IT management processes such as Agile, Lean and software development tool like Jira, Github and Jenkins.

• Being part of a talented and motivated multidisciplinary team, with a focus on building high quality geospatial solutions and products for a wide range of customers.
• Opportunities to receive training and/or exposure to other facets of the Woolpert Geospatial business for career development.
• Flexible and supportive working environment.
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and family members.
• Novated Leasing and Salary Sacrifice.

• Tertiary qualifications or equivalent in computing science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or Geomatics sciences.
• Three or more years consulting, analyst and/or business analysis experience in a related industry.
• National Police Clearance.
• Must hold current permanent and full-time working rights in Australia.

Please note that only suitable candidates with a cover letter will be contacted.

Interested in joining our team? Send your cover letter and resume (1 document) to AAM-Recruitment@woolpert.com or apply by clicking the Apply button.

Confidentiality assured. Please note only applications with unlimited work rights in Australia need apply; only successful short-listed candidates will be contacted.

We value a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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