GIS Specialist

GIS Specialists work with geographic data to support wind energy projects. They analyze maps, spatial data, and environmental information to help teams understand site conditions and plan developments.
Their work supports site selection, environmental assessments, and project design.

What you’ll do

Analyze geographic and spatial data using GIS tools
Create maps and visualizations for project planning
Manage and interpret environmental and site data
Support site selection and feasibility studies
Ensure accuracy and quality of spatial data
Work with engineers, analysts, and environmental teams
Prepare reports and visual outputs

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ISCO is an international system that groups similar jobs together. It helps you understand what type of job this is and which other jobs are related.

ISCO 2165 - Cartographers and surveyors

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Qualifications that you'll need

Bachelor’s degree in geography, geospatial analysis, environmental science, or a related field is typically required

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Benefits to expect

Explore indicative salary ranges and typical employment benefits across four European wind energy regions.

Typical annual salary

€ 70,000 – € 85,000

Jobs may also be available in countries outside these clusters; but remuneration details for these were not included in Atlas Next Wave's study

Typical annual salary

€ 62,000 – € 75,000

Jobs may also be available in countries outside these clusters; but remuneration details for these were not included in Atlas Next Wave's study

Typical annual salary

€ 61,000 – € 76,000

Jobs may also be available in countries outside these clusters; but remuneration details for these were not included in Atlas Next Wave's study

Typical annual salary

€ 39,000 – € 51,000

Jobs may also be available in countries outside these clusters; but remuneration details for these were not included in Atlas Next Wave's study

Countries are grouped by comparable salary markets. The ranges are indicative of the cluster; country rates may vary.
Salary ranges are indicative of gross annual base salary for professionals with approximately five years' experience. They represent typical market rates and vary by employer, location and experience.
Salary figures exclude bonuses, offshore allowances and other forms of variable remuneration.

Pension or retirement contributions.
Health and well-being benefits.
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
Professional development opportunities.

Offshore or site allowances.
Rotational working patterns.
Specialist training and certifications.
Opportunities to work on international projects.
Career growth and progression opportunities.

Information on benefits provided by Atlas Next Wave

Atlas NextWave is a global staffing and workforce solutions partner supporting the renewable energy industry, with extensive expertise across both offshore and onshore wind. They provide professionals throughout the entire project lifecycle, from development, financing and engineering to construction, installation, operations, maintenance and decommissioning.

They connect skilled professionals with opportunities while helping developers, contractors and supply-chain partners deliver complex wind energy projects safely, sustainably and compliantly. More than a recruitment company, Atlas NextWave is a long-term knowledge partner committed to building the workforce needed to accelerate Europe’s transition to a sustainable energy future.

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