Spatial Science Officer

environmentjobs.com; City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport and Main Roads seeks a GIS professional to develop and maintain digital mapping products, analyze geospatial data, and deliver trusted spatial information for decision-making across the department.

You will work with contemporary GIS, web mapping and spatial tools to create maps and visualisations, support enterprise spatial systems, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to turn complex spatial data into actionable insights.

Job description

Are you passionate about Geographic Information System (GIS), mapping and transforming data into meaningful insights? Join Transport and Main Roads' Engineering & Technology Branch and be part of a team delivering innovative spatial solutions that support Queensland's transport network, infrastructure and communities.

Working with contemporary GIS, web mapping and spatial technologies, you'll develop high-quality digital mapping products, analyse and manage geospatial data, and deliver trusted spatial information that supports informed decision-making across the department. You'll collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, contribute specialist expertise to real-world challenges, and help advance TMR's digital mapping and spatial capabilities.

In this role, you'll work with modern GIS, web mapping and spatial information systems to develop, maintain and enhance a wide range of digital mapping products, services and datasets. You'll collect, analyse and interpret geospatial data, create high-quality maps and visualisations, develop web mapping applications and support enterprise spatial systems used across the department.

Working within a collaborative and highly skilled team, you'll help transform complex spatial information into accessible, reliable and engaging products that support planning, operations and strategic decision-making. You'll maintain geographic datasets, metadata and digital content, package and distribute spatial data and web services, and contribute to the continuous improvement of TMR's spatial technologies and information delivery capabilities.

We're looking for someone who can confidently apply GIS, web mapping and spatial technologies to deliver practical solutions and improve business outcomes. You will have experience working with spatial data, mapping systems and digital information products and be able to use GIS tools, spatial analysis techniques and scripting to develop, maintain and improve spatial services and workflows.

You will have a strong eye for cartography and visual communication, with the ability to produce high-quality maps, spatial visualisations and digital products that meet customer needs and departmental standards. Your analytical skills will enable you to source, validate, manage and interpret spatial data while ensuring accuracy, reliability and compliance with established standards and processes.

Success in this role also requires excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. You will build productive relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, actively listen to customer requirements, provide specialist spatial advice and collaborate effectively to deliver high-quality outcomes.

At TMR, we value integrity, professionalism, respect and inclusion. You will be someone who demonstrates resilience, embraces change and remains focused on delivering results while contributing positively to team objectives and organisational priorities. You will also be committed to continuous learning, actively seeking feedback and development opportunities to enhance your skills and contribute to a culture of improvement and innovation.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on diverse and meaningful projects with state-wide impact while continuing to grow your technical expertise and professional career. In return, TMR offers a supportive and inclusive workplace, flexible work options, professional development opportunities, and the chance to help deliver the spatial intelligence that keeps Queensland moving.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.