Senior GIS Analyst

NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 117,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure is seeking a Senior GIS Analyst to turn complex spatial data into meaningful insights for planning decisions. You will develop high-quality maps and analytics, and work with stakeholders to ensure spatial information is accessible and accurate.

Join a dynamic team delivering projects across NSW, with flexible working options and a collaborative, inclusive culture. Applicants should have GIS qualifications and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Strong GIS and spatial analysis experience assessing and visualising complex spatial data.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills for diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Qualifications in GIS or spatial sciences or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and visualise spatial data to support planning decisions.
• Develop high-quality maps and analytical products.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accessible GIS information.
• Contribute to ongoing GIS systems improvements and processes.

Skills

GIS analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Data visualization

Spatial reasoning

Education

GIS/Spatial Science degree

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

Shape your world, in the team that shapes NSW communities, spaces and economies

• Permanent full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity,
• Office location based in Parramatta with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $116,981 to $129,492 + super
  

Join our team and shape your world in a workplace that empowers you to do your best work and build a meaningful career. In this role, you will contribute to shaping lives and communities across NSW, while shaping your own career. You will enjoy flexible work options, varied and impactful projects, and a vibrant, diverse team culture built on collaboration, inclusion and support. We are creating a workplace where everyone belongs and where you can balance work, life and wellbeing.

The role

Join the Planning Evidence Centre and help turn complex spatial data into meaningful insights that support planning and decision-making across NSW. In this role, you'll provide specialist GIS expertise, develop high-quality maps and analytical products, and work with a range of stakeholders to ensure spatial information is accessible, accurate and supports key government priorities.

Working across multiple projects, you'll analyse and visualise spatial data, contribute to innovative mapping solutions and support the ongoing improvement of GIS systems, processes and technologies. You'll collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

For more information about this position, read the full Role Description: Senior GIS Analyst

What you will bring to the role

• Strong GIS and spatial analysis experience, with the ability to source, manage, analyse and visualise complex spatial data to support evidence-based decision-making.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate technical information into clear maps, reports and insights for a broad range of audiences.
• Proven project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and deliver high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, with experience identifying trends, improving processes and developing practical solutions using spatial information and technology.
• A collaborative and proactive approach, with a commitment to continuous learning, innovation and delivering excellent customer service.
• Relevant qualifications in GIS, spatial sciences, data analysis, mapping or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.

What is an essential requirement:

• Tertiary qualifications in one of the following areas: spatial data integration, data analysis and mapping using ArcGIS (or other GIS programs) or other relevant discipline, or equivalent relevant experience with a specialisation in one of these areas.

About Us

At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Together, we create vibrant communities, places and precincts, and manage land, assets and property.

We are a high-performing organisation that proudly reflects the communities we serve. Our diversity strengthens our cultural capability and enables us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people across NSW. As an inclusive and accessible workplace, we value your contribution, lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we want you to feel supported, connected and empowered to succeed. With flexible work arrangements, job share options, workplace adjustments and various employee affinity groups, we are here to help you thrive every day.

Join us

Should you require further information about the role please contact Gabriele Caccamo on 02 9585 6429 or [e-mail].

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via [e-mail] or [phone] - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.

Applications close Monday 21 st September 2026