GIS Engineer (Projects)

Company: Gasunie The energy transition demands large-scale expansion of energy infrastructure. New pipelines for hydrogen, green gas, CO₂, and heat begin with reliable geographic information. As a GIS Engineer (Projects), you ensure project teams have access to current, accessible, and trustworthy GIS data throughout the entire project lifecycle. By doing so, you make a direct contribution to projects essential for the energy security of the Netherlands and the development of a sustainable energy infrastructure. What You’ll Get A role where your GIS expertise delivers visible results within leading energy projects. Collaboration with engineers, project teams, contractors, and engineering consultancies. Significant autonomy and responsibility in shaping the energy infrastructure of the future. Location & Hours Location: Our office in Groningen; on average, 2 days per week on-site at projects (central Netherlands). Hybrid working is also possible. Hours: 32–40 hours per week. What You’ll Do As a GIS Engineer (Projects), you support multiple project teams during the design, construction, and handover phases of infrastructure projects. You ensure geographic information remains reliable, accessible, and usable for all internal and external stakeholders. You are the first point of contact for GIS-related matters within projects and serve as the connecting link between project teams, engineering firms, contractors, and the central GIS organization. Key Responsibilities Include: Managing and maintaining GIS project environments in ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Pro; Monitoring the quality, consistency, and usability of geographic datasets; Publishing, updating, and making GIS data and services available; Evaluating data submitted by engineering firms, contractors, and other partners; Improving standards, templates, and workflows for GIS within projects. Additionally, you proactively identify risks and deviations in datasets and assist project teams in making informed decisions based on reliable information—directly contributing to a safe, future-proof, and sustainable energy infrastructure. What You Bring You understand how geographic information supports projects and can effectively apply GIS solutions within complex project environments. You combine technical knowledge with insight into the interests of various stakeholders. Requirements: HBO (higher professional education) level of working and thinking, complemented by a degree in geo-informatics, GIS, geography, or a related field; Experience with ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Pro; Experience managing, publishing, and ensuring the integrity of GIS data and services; Experience working in project environments, preferably in infrastructure or asset-intensive organizations; Excellent command of the Dutch language, both spoken and written. How You Work You translate complex GIS challenges into practical, project-ready solutions; You align the interests of projects, suppliers, and maintenance teams, creating clarity in collaboration; You monitor data and process quality and hold stakeholders accountable for agreed-upon commitments; You maintain oversight in an environment with diverse stakeholders, deadlines, and dependencies; You take ownership of results and work systematically toward sustainable improvements. What We Offer A gross monthly salary of €5,416 to €7,366 (scale 65) for a full-time position, plus a fixed 13th and 14th month (holiday allowance); A fixed-term contract with the prospect of a permanent contract; An excellent pension scheme with a small employee contribution of 2.45%; 20 vacation days per full-time year; A flex budget on top of your salary, allowing you to customize your employment conditions—for example, by purchasing up to 27.5 extra vacation days or having them paid out; Ample opportunities to attend courses or further education; A monthly home-working allowance of €24.50 (net) and a one-time allowance of up to €500 to set up your home office; An active staff association and various clubs you can join; Travel expense reimbursement. About Gasunie General At Gasunie, we are proud to ensure the reliable transport of gas, hydrogen, heat, and CO₂—today and in the future. Working at Gasunie means contributing to the energy transition—not just talking about it. We are conservative innovators: we pioneer with respect for what already exists. Our colleagues take initiative, support one another, and continuously develop themselves. Safety is central—not only to prevent accidents, but also to create a workplace where you can be yourself. As a 100% state-owned enterprise, we ensure everyone always has access to energy—in a safe and sustainable way. About the Department Within the asset management domain, we work in multidisciplinary teams centered around asset registration and asset information provision. The team consists of approximately 30 ICT professionals, with a shared goal of delivering high-quality ICT services to support GIS and asset management processes. Apply Now You can apply directly via the application button on this page. Applications must be received by 1 November. Around 3 November, we will inform you whether you have been invited for interviews on Monday, 9 November (morning) in Groningen. For content-related questions, please contact Michiel Tigelaar, Manager GIS Competence Center, at 06 3103 7429. For general questions about Gasunie or the application process, please contact the recruiter for this vacancy: Henk Mos at 06 3413 8183. A screening is part of the application procedure. This always includes a Declaration of Conduct (VOG), and may also include an assessment and/or reference checks. You will receive more information about this during the procedure.