Head of Spatial Services & 3D Innovation

City of Melbourne; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Study assistance

Corporate discounts

Hybrid work-from-home

Parental leave up to 20 weeks

Job summary

City of Melbourne seeks a dynamic Manager Spatial Services to lead a multidisciplinary team delivering innovative spatial and 3D modelling solutions that inform decision-making across the organisation.

You will shape strategic direction, oversee technology platforms, projects and partnerships, and ensure high-quality, customer-focused outcomes while collaborating with diverse stakeholders and driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification in spatial sciences or related field.
• Proven experience developing policies, strategies and procedures for spatial services.
• Extensive knowledge of GIS and 3D modelling technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a drive for improvement.
• Excellent written and oral communication and stakeholder liaison skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop a high-performing team through inclusive leadership, coaching and mentoring.
• Champion the evolution of spatial technologies and platforms to deliver reliable, customer-focused services.
• Build trusted partnerships with colleagues, government agencies and industry partners.
• Drive innovation by identifying trends and translating opportunities into practical, future-focused solutions.
• Provide strategic leadership balancing long-term priorities with operational needs.

Skills

Spatial strategy

GIS & 3D modelling

Policy development

Stakeholder collaboration

Leadership & mentoring

Data analysis

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in spatial sciences

Job description

City of Melbourne seeks a dynamic Manager Spatial Services to lead a multidisciplinary team delivering innovative spatial and 3D modelling solutions that inform decision-making across the organisation.

You will shape strategic direction, oversee technology platforms, projects and partnerships, and ensure high-quality, customer-focused outcomes while collaborating with diverse stakeholders and driving continuous improvement.