Spatial Data Analyst

Bayside City Council; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 91,649 - 112,016; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Generous leave provisions

Staff Wellbeing programs

Learning and development opportunities

Free onsite staff parking

Job summary

A local government authority in Melbourne is seeking a full-time Spatial Data Analyst to join their GIS team. The ideal candidate will work on geospatial systems, maintain GIS databases, and provide support for corporate projects. This position offers a hybrid work model, generous leave provisions, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with GIS software.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience with process documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and advice on geographical information.
• Develop innovative GIS solutions.
• Maintain GIS databases.

Skills

Experience with GIS software

Data modeling and manipulation

SQL Server spatial databases

Verbal and written communication

Customer service

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Geospatial Science

Tools

QGIS

MapInfo

IntraMaps

FME

ogr2ogr

GDAL

Job description

Overview

Overview

Spatial Data Analyst at Bayside City Council – Full Time Fixed Term 12 Months. Location: Corporate Centre in Sandringham, with hybrid work from home. Days & Hours: Monday – Friday, 38 hours per week. Salary: Band 6 - $101,833.74 p.a + 12% super.

About Us: Bayside Council is an equal-opportunity employer committed to providing an accessible and safe working environment that embraces child safety, diversity and inclusion. Our organisational strategy priorities are Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Customer Experience and Results Matter.

We are committed to working together to achieve our goals and are excited about our future.

About the Role:

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic full-time Spatial Applications Analyst to join our GIS team. You will work with an established geospatial system using a range of spatial tools to provide support and advice on geographical information, maintain GIS databases and develop innovative GIS solutions to support corporate business and management projects and priorities.

You will be responsible for:

As a spatial systems officer, you will undertake project requirements such as data modelling, manipulation, visualisation and development of professional cartographic map products and provide accurate and timely spatial information using GIS that is appropriate to the needs of Council.

Additionally, you will have experience in undertaking business analysis activities such as consultation, process mapping, project management and documentation development as well as change management principles.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Tertiary qualifications in Geospatial Science, Geomatics and Database systems and working knowledge of Land Ownership and Titles system.
• Proven experience of GIS software (QGIS, MapInfo and IntraMaps) and related programming including FME, ogr2ogr and GDAL.
• Proven experience of SQL Server spatial databases, manipulating and statistical analysis of data and integrated systems with a working knowledge and understanding of robust data management principles.
• Demonstrated experience in process documentation and creating data flow and modelling diagrams.
• Ability to show initiative and have demonstrated an innovative approach in providing effective solutions to requests utilising spatial information.
• Demonstrate clear and concise verbal and written communication skills with ability to readily gain the confidence of others and set high standards of professionalism in communication.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and positively contribute to the team.
• Demonstrated commitment to providing excellent customer service.

Mandatory pre-employment requirements:

• Be willing to undergo and complete a satisfactory criminal history check
• Provide or obtain an employment-based Working with Children check

What we can offer you in return:

• A work life/balance through flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Generous leave provisions, including accrued time off, parental leave, three days of wellbeing leave per year, cultural and ceremonial leave, gender affirmation leave, plus the ability to purchase up to four weeks additional leave per year
• Dedicated Staff Wellbeing programs, events and gym membership discounts
• Learning and development opportunities so our people can grow and thrive
• A Parkland surrounded office that is only short 500m stroll to the beach
• Free onsite staff parking plus hybrid vehicles that employees can book for work related travel

How to apply:

• To discover more about the role and responsibilities review the Position Description on Bayside City Council Careers page
• Provide a cover letter responding to the Key Selection Criteria and what has motivated you to apply for this role
• Click Apply to submit your application
• If you require reasonable adjustment at any point throughout the recruitment process, please contact the listed Hiring Manager

Please note - Shortlisting will commence prior to the closing date, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Chrissie Hind, Senior GIS Analyst on 03 9599 4792 or via email [e-mail]

Bayside City Council acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of this land. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community members with us today.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and inclusive work environment. We actively encourage applicants with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, LGBTIQA+ people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this opportunity.

Note: Shortlisting and recruitment communications are conducted in accordance with Bayside City Council policies.