Spatial Technology Officer

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria in Melbourne is seeking a Spatial Technology Officer on a fixed-term basis until 30 May 2027. The role designs and builds complex spatial technology solutions, supports ArcGIS Online/Server and Digital Twin Victoria, and provides technical advice and customer support.

Candidates should have strong GIS skills and experience with scripting, ETL, and data publication.

Qualifications

• Mandatory geospatial qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience with FME, ArcGIS Desktop/Pro, ArcGIS Online/Server, Python, SQL, and AWS.
• Experience managing spatial data products and services, with skills in spatial analysis, ETL services and geoprocessing automation (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Designs and builds complex spatial technology solutions.
• Provides technical advice and customer support.
• Publishes data through platforms such as ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Server and Digital Twin Victoria.
• Develops and maintains scripts and programs; resolves issues; supports projects.

Skills

FME

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Server

Python

SQL

AWS

Education

Geospatial degree or equivalent

Related discipline experience

Tools

AWS

Job description

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria – Melbourne VIC

We create thriving places andconnectedcommunities. We plan,buildandmaintainVictoria’s transport,planningand land services. We are committed to a safe,inclusiveand high-performing workplace.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.

About the role

This is a Fixed Term Position until 30 May 2027

The Spatial Technology Officer supports the development, implementation and ongoing support of Vicmap systems, data, applications, web services and workflows. The role designs and builds complex spatial technology solutions, provides technical advice and customer support, and manages data publication through platforms such as ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Server and Digital Twin Victoria.

The role also develops and maintains scripts and programs, resolves technical issues within agreed service levels, supports technology projects and design groups, and ensures solutions meet quality and service standards. It contributes to process improvements, follows good design practices, and performs other duties consistent with the role and capabilities.

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria)

You’resomeone who:

• Puts customers at the centre, understanding their needs, tailoring services and managing risks to deliver effective outcomes.
• Demonstrates resilience and adaptability, providing honest advice, responding constructively to feedback and adjusting to changing priorities.
• Embraces collaboration and innovation, seeking feedback, sharing ideas and identifying opportunities to improve quality, efficiency and ways of working.
• Applies strong digital and technology skills, balancing technical solutions with broader business and strategic needs.
• Thinks systemically, understanding complex issues, identifying appropriate tools and considering the broader organisational impacts of different solutions.

Qualifications and experience

You’llbring:

• A relevant tertiary qualification and/or equivalent practical experience in geospatial or a related discipline (mandatory).
• Significant experience with technologies including FME, ArcGIS Desktop/Pro, ArcGIS Online/Server, Python, SQL and Amazon Web Services (mandatory).
• Experience managing spatial data products and services, with skills in spatial analysis, ETL services and geoprocessing automation (desirable).

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will berequired.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Thursday, 24th September 2026.

Please include both your resume and a cover letteraddressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must besubmittedvia the online portal,we’reunable to accept email or manual submissions.

For further information about the role, please contact Andrew Densley, Spatial Technology Lead, **************@transport.vic.gov.au.

Redeployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy.

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