Spatial Information Officer

Spatial Information Officer Transformation, Assets & Information Permanent Full Time Hervey Bay Stream A Level 5 - $97,137 plus superannuation + 9-day fortnight + $6,000 relocation assistance for suitable candidates.

At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together. What we are looking for: We're looking for an experienced GIS Officer to join our corporate spatial team. This role is suited to an established professional with strong spatial analysis, cartographic and spatial systems skills who can build effective relationships with colleagues and stakeholders while also working independently to deliver practical GIS solutions across a diverse range of business needs.

What your day will look like:

• Conducting spatial research and analysis
• Developing, implementing, and maintaining spatial datasets
• Producing high-quality maps, visualisations, and web mapping products
• Identifying opportunities to improve spatial systems, automate processes and deliver business solutions
• Supporting internal clients on strategic, technical, and procedural issues
• Undertaking audits and ensuring relevant documentation is accurate

What you’ll need for success:

• Current and significant experience as a GIS professional, including spatial analysis, cartographic production, technical problem solving and the implementation of GIS solutions.
• Advanced GIS software skills and a demonstrated ability to quickly learn and apply new spatial technologies, platforms, and workflows
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to relate to people with varying levels of knowledge

What’s nice to have:

• Experience in local government
• Experience producing planning scheme maps

We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively, we welcome your application.

Benefits of Working with Council

Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach. We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award.

What we Offer:

• Values based culture
• Employee discount shopping program
• Professional development
• Flexible working arrangements including work from home
• Study assistance program
• Novated leasing
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid emergency services leave
• Uniform subsidy
• Years of service rewards

For further details please contact Dan Hall, Asset & Spatial Systems Coordinator, on dan.hall@frasercoast.qld.gov.au Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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