Principal Spatial Analyst (GIS)

Gilmore Resources; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government department in Brisbane is seeking a Principal Spatial Analyst to lead geospatial and non-spatial data analysis that informs digital and data policy.

You will build GIS maps, dashboards and reports for decision-makers, mentor the team, and apply data governance across governance and quality controls. Role runs 11 November 2026 to 30 June 2027, 40 hours per week under PAYG hourly contract.

Qualifications

• Lead spatial and non-spatial analysis to inform policy and program decisions.
• Develop GIS maps, dashboards and reports for decision-makers.
• Mentor and share technical skills with the team.
• Apply data governance and quality controls.
• Lead use of ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online; SQL and Power BI integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead spatial analysis of telecommunications, infrastructure, land and population datasets to support regional planning and telecommunications co-investment.
• Scope and deliver mapping and data analysis requests, managing competing priorities.
• Collect, cleanse, link and analyse non-spatial data, applying appropriate statistical methods.
• Develop GIS maps and spatial products, dashboards and reports for decision-makers.
• Apply and improve data governance, documentation and quality controls.
• Lead the use of Esri ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online, using SQL and Power BI to integrate, query and visualise data.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and data custodians across government, local councils, infrastructure agencies and the telco industry.
• Prepare briefs, submissions, presentations and reports on complex and sensitive issues.
• Mentor and share technical skills with the team.

Job description

A Queensland Government department is seeking a Principal Spatial Analyst to join its Strategy and Policy team. You will lead spatial and non-spatial data analysis that informs digital and data policy, turning geospatial, telecommunications, infrastructure and population data into clear evidence on issues such as digital inclusion and regional connectivity.

1 position, 11 November 2026 to 30 June 2027

40 hours per week, PAYG hourly contract

Based at 310 Ann Street, Brisbane CBD

Lead spatial analysis of telecommunications, infrastructure, land and population datasets to support regional planning and telecommunications co-investment

Scope and deliver mapping and data analysis requests, managing competing priorities

Collect, cleanse, link and analyse non-spatial data, applying appropriate statistical methods

Develop GIS maps and spatial products, dashboards and reports for decision-makers

Apply and improve data governance, documentation and quality controls

Lead the use of Esri ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online, using SQL and Power BI to integrate, query and visualise data

Build relationships with stakeholders and data custodians across government, local councils, infrastructure agencies and the telco industry

Prepare briefs, submissions, presentations and reports on complex and sensitive issues

Mentor and share technical skills with the team

Skills and experience required

Technical leadership across GIS and data analysis, including data governance and quality practices

Planning and delivering spatial and non-spatial analysis projects from scoping through to advice

Applying spatial analysis to complex geographical datasets to inform policy or program decisions

Producing clear, accurate maps and spatial visualisations for different audiences

Strong capability with the Esri ArcGIS suite and spatial databases, plus SQL, data modelling and Power BI

Using spatial data to inform land use or infrastructure planning (highly desirable)

Degree in GIS, Spatial Science or Data Analytics, Esri certification, or Python/R skills (desirable)

Australian permanent residency or citizenship is required for this position. A Criminal History Check is required on commencement.