About the Role
Company
Asia Air Survey Co., Ltd.
Founded in 1954 and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market, Asia Air Survey is a top-tier national construction consulting firm (ranked among the top 3 in the industry). With strong financial performance (FY2023 sales: ¥37.3 billion, operating income: ¥2.7 billion), the company leverages advanced sensing technologies—including its own fleet of 6 aircraft—to drive digital transformation, disaster recovery, national infrastructure resilience, and decarbonization initiatives.
Renowned for its people-first culture (“Asia of People”), the company boasts an average tenure of ~15 years and offers extensive welfare benefits.
Position
Municipal GIS System Consultant / Implementation & Operations Engineer (Kawasaki Office)
Job Description
You will be responsible for the implementation, consulting, and maintenance of the company’s proprietary municipal GIS system, ALANDIS+, for local government clients.
Key Responsibilities:
Proposing, implementing, and supporting GIS system adoption for local governments
Conducting business requirement gathering, needs analysis, and operational design
Providing post-implementation operational consulting and user support (FAQ creation, request handling)
Coordinating geographic spatial data and administrative ledger data (e.g., fixed asset, sewerage, road registers)
Planning and supporting system re-architecture and upgrades (e.g., server/OS updates, GIS platform migration)
Target Systems:
Integrated GIS
Public-access GIS
Fixed Asset Tax Support System (GIS)
Sewerage Ledger Management System (GIS)
Building Confirmation Information Management System (GIS)
Road Ledger Management System (GIS)
Why This Role Matters:
Contributes to disaster prevention, infrastructure resilience, and community revitalization
Leverages cutting-edge 3D and aerial survey technologies (unique in the industry due to in-house aircraft fleet)
Offers high social impact and professional fulfillment
Qualifications & Requirements
Education: Not specified (open to all backgrounds)
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Persistent in technical research and problem-solving
- Interested in IT solutions for the public sector
- Proactive in proposing business process improvements for clients
Preferred Qualifications & Experience:
Relevant certifications: Land Surveyor, Engineering Surveyor, Spatial Information Chief Supervisor, IT Passport, or other GIS/software-related credentials
Experience implementing or operating IT systems for local governments
Database design & operation (Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL Server)
Knowledge of networking and cybersecurity
Requirements definition and system planning
Project leadership or management experience
Work Location
Shin-Yurigaoka Head Office
Address: 1-2-2 Manpukuji, Asao-ku, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture
Nearest Station: Odakyu Shin-Yurigaoka Station
Smoking: Fully smoke-free indoors
Employment Details
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent employee
Probation Period: 3 months
Work Hours: 9:00–17:10 (7h10m standard working day), 60-min break (12:00–13:00)
Overtime: Applicable
Transfer Policy: No immediate transfers; possible future transfers for general staff (not expected for this role)
Remote Work: Possible (negotiable)
Interviews: Online interviews accepted
Compensation & Benefits
Estimated Annual Income: ¥5.2M – ¥8.0M
- Includes: Allowances (qualification, family, housing), performance-based pay, overtime, and bonuses
Monthly Base Salary: ¥300,000 – ¥500,000 (includes fixed allowances)
Bonuses: Twice annually
Raises: Yes
Additional Benefits:
Commuting allowance
Family & housing allowances (¥9,000–¥68,000 depending on region)
Company housing/ dorm support for transfers
Social insurance (health, pension, unemployment, workers’ comp)
Retirement pension system
Employee stock ownership plan
Various welfare programs: volunteer support, refresh leave, recognition awards, childcare support, etc.
Leave & Holidays
Weekly: Full 2-day weekend (Sat/Sun + public holidays)
Annual Paid Leave: 10–30 days (pro-rated from day 1, based on start month)
Yearly Holidays: ~123 days
Special Leave: Year-end/New Year (Dec 29–Jan 4), summer, marriage/death, refresh (every 10 years), anniversary, etc.
Childcare & Work-Life Balance:
Childcare leave (up to child’s 2nd birthday)
Reduced hours (until child’s 10th birthday)
Child care leave, parental leave, and flexible working arrangements
Company Overview
Asia Air Survey Group includes 16 consolidated and 2 non-consolidated subsidiaries. As a leader in geospatial data acquisition, analysis, and 3D mapping, the company delivers end-to-end solutions for smart society development. With strong client relationships in the public sector and a commitment to ESG/SDGs, the company fosters innovation, sustainability, and employee growth.
Key stats:
Founded: Feb 1954
Employees: 1,872
Capital: ¥1.674 billion
Revenue: ¥41.591 billion
Operating Income: ¥3.023 billion
Avg. Age: 44
Website: www.ajiko.co.jp (http://www.ajiko.co.jp)
Contact Info
Address (Head Office): 6-14-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Shinjuku Green Tower Bldg., 15F)
Postal Code: 160-0023