Principal Spatial Analyst

Randstad; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 145,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Udemy license for learning

Exclusive discounts across platforms

Discounts on private health funds

3 payruns a week

Job summary

Randstad is partnering with a Queensland Government Department to fill a Principal Spatial Analyst role based in Brisbane CBD. Lead complex spatial and non-spatial analyses, design GIS maps and Power BI dashboards, and provide strategic advice to inform regional initiatives.

You will manage end-to-end projects, ensure data governance, mentor team members, and collaborate with stakeholders to translate data into evidence-based policy recommendations.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership across GIS and data analysis with governance practices.
• Experience delivering spatial analyses translating data to policy decisions.
• Advanced ArcGIS Pro/Online, SQL, data visualization skills.
• Experience building dashboards and stakeholder reports.
• Qualifications in GIS/Spatial Science highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead spatial and non-spatial analysis on datasets to support planning.
• Plan, scope, and deliver complex mapping requests end-to-end.
• Collect, cleanse, link, and analyse diverse datasets with quality control.
• Design, build, and maintain GIS maps, dashboards, BI reports.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, data custodians, and leaders to define analytical requirements and provide mentorship.

Skills

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

SQL

Data modelling

Power BI

Data governance

Leadership

GIS analysis

Education

GIS/Spatial Science degree

Tools

Esri ArcGIS Suite

Job description

Are you an experienced spatial data professional passionate about using geospatial insights to shape impactful policies and programs? Randstad is currently working with a Queensland Government Department to find a Principal Spatial Analyst to action both spatial and non-spatial data analysis, turning complex geographical, infrastructure, and telecommunications datasets into actionable evidence. In this role, you will champion data-driven solutions, design interactive visualisations and dashboards, and provide strategic advice that directly influences key regional and local initiatives. Role: Principal Spatial Analyst Client: Queensland Government Department Location: Brisbane CBD Pay Rate: $784.48 a day + super ($878.61 a day inclusive of super) Submission Date: ASAP

What You Will Do:

• Lead spatial and non-spatial analysis on telecommunications, infrastructure, land, and population datasets to support strategic planning and co-investment initiatives.

• Plan, scope, and deliver complex mapping requests and analytical projects from end to end, managing competing priorities to provide evidence-based advice.

• Collect, cleanse, link, and analyse diverse datasets, applying robust statistical methods and maintaining high standards of data governance and quality control.

• Design, build, and maintain GIS maps, spatial products, Power BI dashboards, and business intelligence reports to effectively communicate trends and findings to key decision-makers.

• Collaborate with key project stakeholders, data custodians, and senior leaders to define analytical requirements and provide technical mentorship across the team.

What You Need to Apply for This Role:

• Demonstrated technical leadership across GIS and general data analysis, including sound data governance and quality practices for spatial and non-spatial datasets.

• Proven track record in planning and delivering spatial analysis projects, translating complex data into actionable insights for strategic policy and program decisions.

• Advanced expertise with Esri's ArcGIS suite (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online) alongside strong capabilities in SQL, data modelling, and visualisation tools like Power BI.

• Practical experience collecting, cleansing, and integrating complex non-spatial datasets to build high-quality dashboards and stakeholder reports.

• Background in utilising spatial data to inform land use or infrastructure planning, supported by relevant tertiary qualifications or certifications in GIS/Spatial Science (highly regarded).

Randstad contractor benefits:

• Access to a Udemy license for ongoing learning and continuous professional development
• Access to exclusive discounts across various platforms
• Discounts on private health funds
• 3 payruns a week.

At Randstad Digital, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

qualification

• Any relevant qualifications desired.