Manager Spatial Services

Department of Transport and Planning; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Transport and Planning seeks a Manager Spatial Services to lead a team delivering geospatial services supporting planning and land use. You will oversee data management, mapping, reporting and web mapping while advising Ministers and stakeholders on spatial options.

With strong people leadership and technical expertise, you will deliver accurate outputs, drive data quality, and foster collaboration across teams to improve systems and value for the organisation.

Qualifications

• Must have a tertiary qualification in Geospatial Sciences, IT, GIS or related field covering digital modelling of the physical environment.
• Proven experience managing geospatial systems to support project and service delivery.
• Proven experience embedding robust service management across teams with clear accountability.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team delivering geospatial services for land use and planning.
• Oversee spatial data management, analysis, mapping, reporting and web mapping services.
• Provide expert advice to stakeholders and Ministers on spatial options and solutions.
• Drive data integrity, quality assurance and continuous improvement across GIS systems.

Skills

Geospatial analysis

GIS leadership

Data management

Education

Geospatial Sciences or GIS degree

Tools

GIS software

Job description

About Us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.

About the role

The Manager Spatial Services leads a team delivering geospatial services that support land use and planning across the department. The role oversees spatial data management, analysis, mapping, reporting and web mapping services, while providing expert advice to stakeholders and Ministers on spatial issues, options and solutions. The role combines strong people leadership and technical expertise to deliver accurate, high-quality geospatial outputs and reliable GIS systems. It drives data integrity, quality assurance, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement, while building stakeholder support and collaboration. The Manager will translate complex spatial needs into practical solutions that improve efficiency and deliver value to the organisation.

What we’re looking for

• Thinks critically and solves complex problems, using evidence, data and sound judgement to develop robust, defensible solutions.
• Drives innovation and continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to improve systems, services and ways of working while fostering creativity and customer-focused outcomes.
• Leads and collaborates effectively, building engaged, accountable teams, sharing knowledge and working across organisational boundaries to achieve shared outcomes.
• Keeps outcomes and community impact at the centre of your work, ensuring projects and delivery models create meaningful, positive outcomes for the community.
• Leads complex data, technology and geospatial initiatives, with strong expertise in spatial analysis, GIS, databases and data/system transformation to support strategic decision‑making and digital improvement.

Qualifications and experience

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Geospatial Sciences, Information Technology, Geographic Information Systems or a related field that covers digital modelling of the physical environment (mandatory).
• Demonstrated experience managing geospatial systems to support the effective delivery of projects and services (mandatory).
• Demonstrated experience embedding robust service management practices across teams, with clear accountability for service delivery (mandatory).

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position. Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Friday, 2nd October 2026.

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy.

For further information about the role, please contact Nastassja Ivanov, Executive Assistant at [emailprotected].

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