GIS Spatial Systems Team Leader

Redland City Council; Redland City; On-site; AUD 119,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

4 weeks annual leave

Professional development

Novated leasing

Job summary

Redland City Council invites applications for the GIS Spatial Systems Team Leader, a permanent full‑time role overseeing a four‑member GIS team and the enterprise spatial strategy. You will drive ArcGIS Enterprise/Online platforms, data governance and integrations while guiding innovation in cloud GIS, GeoAI and real‑time analytics.

You will partner with Asset Management, Planning and Infrastructure to deliver high‑impact spatial solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading GIS teams and delivering enterprise‑scale solutions.
• Experience developing GIS strategies, technology roadmaps and future‑state architectures.
• Strong expertise with Esri ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online and contemporary enterprise GIS environments.
• Experience integrating GIS with Technology One or other corporate business systems
• Strong understanding of spatial data governance, authoritative datasets, metadata management, data quality frameworks and information lifecycle management.
• Experience leading modern GIS capabilities including cloud services, web GIS, mobile GIS, real‑time data integration, digital twins, GeoAI and location intelligence solutions.
• Demonstrated success delivering projects using contemporary project management methodologies, including Agile approaches.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills across technical and business audiences.
• Strong understanding of enterprise databases, integrations, APIs and spatial system architectures.
• Ability to prepare strategic reports, business cases, governance documentation and operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the GIS Spatial Systems Team.
• Own and deliver the Spatial Strategy and enterprise GIS roadmap.
• Oversee ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, and related platforms.
• Govern spatial data lifecycles and metadata management.
• Partner with business units to identify spatial opportunities.
• Support critical Council functions with reliable spatial information.
• Lead adoption of GeoAI, digital twins, real-time spatial monitoring.
• Provide strategic and technical leadership across architecture and APIs.
• Manage projects and continuous improvement for GIS capability.
• Develop governance policies and standards.
• Represent Council in industry forums and vendor engagements.

Skills

GIS leadership

ArcGIS Enterprise

ArcGIS Online

Data governance

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Agile methodologies

Spatial analytics

System integration

Tools

Technology One Mapping

APIs

Job description

Permanent Full Time-36.25 hours per week

$118,666.78to$125,907.88Annually+ 13% super

Redland City Council offers you the chance to improve lives and shape your own career… on beautiful Redlands Coast.

Redlands is proud to rank among Queensland’s Top 5 local government areas for wellbeing in the SGS Cities and Regions Wellbeing Index - confirming our community as a great place to live, work, and grow.

Join our team as the GIS Spatial Systems Team Leader

Lead the future of spatial technology at Redland City Council.

Play a key leadership role within Council's Information Management Unit, leading a team of 4 GIS professionals and driving the strategic direction of Council's enterprise spatial environment.

Leveraging ArcGIS Enterprise (Portal), ArcGIS Online (AGOL), Technology One Mapping and modern GIS capabilities, you will own Council's Spatial Strategy and roadmap while remaining actively involved in the delivery of innovative spatial solutions. This is both a strategic and hands‑on position responsible for spatial platforms, data governance, authoritative datasets, integrations, operational and project budgets, and emerging technologies such as cloud GIS, mobile solutions, GeoAI, digital twins, real-time data and spatial analytics.

Working across Asset, Planning, Environment, Infrastructure, Community, Disaster Management and Customer Services, you will help deliver intelligence‑led decision making and represent Council externally with industry partners and stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will include:

• People Leadership - Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing GIS Spatial Systems Team, fostering innovation, continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Strategic Leadership & Roadmap Ownership - Own and deliver Council's Spatial Strategy and enterprise GIS roadmap, ensuring spatial technologies continue to support Council's future business and community needs.
• Enterprise GIS Platforms - Provide leadership and oversight of Council's ArcGIS Enterprise (Portal), ArcGIS Online, Technology One Mapping and associated spatial platforms, integrations and services.
• Spatial Data Governance & Stewardship - Lead the management of spatial data lifecycles, authoritative datasets, metadata, data quality frameworks and governance processes, coordinating the management of both internally and externally sourced spatial data.
• Business Partnership & Spatial Enablement - Partner with business units across Asset Management, Planning, Environment, Infrastructure and Operational Services to identify opportunities where spatial intelligence can improve business outcomes and customer experiences.
• Community, Disaster & Customer Service Support - Support critical Council functions through the delivery of reliable spatial information, mapping services and decision‑support capabilities that contribute to community outcomes, disaster preparedness and response, and customer service excellence.
• Innovation & Modernisation - Lead the adoption of emerging spatial technologies and modern GIS capabilities, including GeoAI, digital twins, real‑time spatial monitoring, location intelligence, cloud services, mobile GIS and advanced analytics.
• Technical Architecture & Integration - Provide strategic and technical leadership across enterprise GIS architecture, databases, application integrations, APIs and corporate system interoperability.
• Project Delivery - Manage spatial operations and maintenance projects while leading strategic initiatives and participating in continuous improvement programs that enhance Council's GIS capability.
• Governance & Standards - Develop and maintain policies, standards, operating procedures and best‑practice frameworks that underpin Council's spatial services and data assets.
• External Representation - Represent Council in industry forums, vendor engagements, regional collaborations and professional networks to ensure Council remains connected with leading spatial industry practices.

Skills and experience:

• Proven experience leading GIS teams and delivering enterprise‑scale spatial information solutions.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing GIS strategies, technology roadmaps and future‑state architectures.
• Strong expertise with Esri ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online and contemporary enterprise GIS environments.
• Experience integrating GIS with Technology One or other corporate business systems
• Strong understanding of spatial data governance, authoritative datasets, metadata management, data quality frameworks and information lifecycle management.
• Experience leading modern GIS capabilities including cloud services, web GIS, mobile GIS, real‑time data integration, digital twins, GeoAI and location intelligence solutions.
• Demonstrated success delivering projects using contemporary project management methodologies, including Agile approaches.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills across technical and business audiences.
• Strong understanding of enterprise databases, integrations, APIs and spatial system architectures.
• Ability to prepare strategic reports, business cases, governance documentation and operational procedures.
  Highly Regarded:
• Experience within Local Government and an understanding of local government business processes, datasets and service delivery; or
• Equivalent experience gained in utilities, infrastructure, transport, emergency services, environmental management, planning, government, defence or other industries where spatial intelligence supports critical business and community outcomes.

Make sure to read the full Position Descriptionbefore applying - it outlines everything you need to tailor your resume and cover letter.

Why this role stands out:

Shape Council's GIS future through major transformation projects.

Join a values-driven organisation that invests in innovation and people.

Enjoy flexible work options, flex time and outstanding employee benefits.

Working for us means enjoying diverse work and gaining opportunities to grow in a region of outstanding natural beauty - Redlands Coast. In return for your passion and commitment to making a meaningful and ongoing contribution to our naturally wonderful community, we offer great benefits and the balance you need to bring the best you.

More reasons to love working with us:

• Professional development – job‑specific training, study assistance, leadership and critical skills programs, plus access to an extensive range of online courses through LinkedIn Learning. We invest in your growth from day one.
• Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave with leave loading, 15 days personal/carer’s leave, 14 weeks paid parental leave, and additional flexible leave options to support your lifestyle.
• Rewarding role‑specific allowances recognising the responsibilities, skill, and impact of your position.
• Mental health and wellbeing support – access to EAP, external providers, training, and awareness programs to foster openness and reduce stigma.
• Exclusive employee lifestyle perks – discounts, cashback, health benefits, and savings on essentials, travel, tech, dining, and car ownership through novated leasing, plus employee banking benefits.
• Flexible working options – access RedFlex, offering flexibility in how, when, and where you work.
• Optional purchased leave available after probation.
• Incentives for returning from parental leave including credited leave and superannuation benefits.

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Who we are:

Redland City Council is a local government organisation proudly serving the Redlands Coast community. From maintaining roads, parks, waterways and islands, to delivering essential services like waste, water, libraries, and community events - we support the city’s day‑to‑day life and long‑term growth. With over 1,200 employees across diverse teams, we’re committed to shaping a thriving, sustainable region that our community is proud of.

• Successful applicants will be asked to consent to a criminal history check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
• To be eligible for employment, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

Ready to join us?

For more information about this position (200669), please contact Brendan Brownon0488 458 ***. Applications for this position close at 11:59 p.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) on 27/09/2026.

At Redland City Council, we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to contribute to their full potential. We value the unique perspectives and experiences our people bring to serving our community.

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