Senior GIS Developer

Suburban Connect; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Suburban Connect leads a major tunnelling project in Victoria, delivering the southern section of SRL East with 16km of twin tunnels. The GIS Analyst will lead geospatial analysis, data governance, and digital integration to optimise project-wide information delivery and decision-making.

With 5 years of postgraduate GIS experience, you will integrate GIS with BIM and construction systems, mentor junior staff, and drive automation to improve workflows across civil engineering programs.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ relevant postgraduate experience as GIS Analyst.
• Experience in Civil, Mining, Services and Process engineering projects would be highly considered.
• Ability to deliver consistently and reliably.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS Desktop software.
• Demonstrated good technical skills in GIS applications, Survey Applications and Remote Sensing.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, curation, and governance of project-wide GIS datasets.
• Develop advanced spatial analyses, visualisations, dashboards, and decision-support tools.
• Oversee integration of GIS with engineering design, survey, BIM, and construction systems.
• Drive automation to streamline workflows and optimise spatial data processes.
• Establish spatial data quality standards and ensure adherence across teams.
• Provide specialist technical advice to engineering managers and project leadership.
• Mentor junior GIS resources and uplift spatial capability.

Skills

ArcGIS

Geospatial analysis

Data management

Automation

BIM integration

Tools

ArcGIS Desktop

Survey Applications

Remote Sensing

Job description

Suburban Connect is a consortium of global leaders in tunnelling, comprising CPB Contractors, Ghella, and Acciona Construction. Together, we are delivering the southern section of tunnels for Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) East – 16km of twin tunnels between Cheltenham and Glen Waverley, which will be Victoria’s longest transport tunnel. This project is being delivered on behalf of the Suburban Rail Loop Authority (SRLA).

SRL East, spanning from Cheltenham to Box Hill, is now being constructed. Tunnelling is set to commence in 2026, with trains expected to begin running by 2035. The works include 55 cross passages, two tunnel portal structures, two station box excavations, and various associated support tasks.

Primary Purpose of the Position

To lead geospatial analysis, data management, and digital integration initiatives across the Suburban Connect project, providing specialist GIS expertise to enable informed decision‑making, enhance engineering workflows, and optimise project-wide information delivery and governance.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead the development, curation, and governance of project-wide GIS datasets, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and compliance
• Develop advanced spatial analysis outputs, visualisations, dashboards, and decision‑support tools
• Oversee the integration of GIS with engineering design, survey, BIM, and construction systems
• Drive automation initiatives to streamline workflows and optimise spatial data processes
• Establish spatial data quality standards and ensure adherence across project teams
• Provide specialist technical advice to engineering managers, design teams, and project leadership
• Mentor junior GIS resources and uplift spatial capability across the organisation

Digital Engineering & Innovation

• Collaborate with BIM and Digital Engineering teams to enhance model‑based delivery and spatial data interoperability
• Lead investigations into new GIS technologies, mobile data capture solutions, analytics capabilities, and digital tools
• Promote innovative spatial solutions that support safety, efficiency, sustainability, and stakeholder transparency

Experience, Skills and Competencies

• 5 years’ relevant postgraduate experience working as a GIS Analyst.
• Previous experience in Civil, Mining, Services and Process engineering projects would be highly considered.
• Ability to deliver consistently and reliably.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS Desktop software.
• Demonstrated good technical skills in using a wide range of spatial applications and tools including preferably: GIS applications, Survey Applications and Remote Sensing Applications.
• Experience in working for a wide range of clients.

At Suburban Connect, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. Our available roles span various professional areas, including construction and engineering, planning and environmental management, corporate support, administration, communications, and more.

Join us in delivering one of Victoria’s most significant infrastructure projects in a safe, inclusive, and collaborative environment.