Supervisor Geospatial Intelligence

NSW Rural Fire Service; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 135,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks annual leave

MAP access

Salary packaging options

Agreed Absence leave day

Professional development

Fitness Passport

Job summary

NSW Rural Fire Service is seeking a leadership role within the Infrastructure Solutions team to deliver, support, and continually improve NSW RFS geospatial platforms and services. You will lead a team of geospatial specialists, overseeing critical GIS capabilities used for emergency preparedness, response and recovery across NSW.

Working closely with operational and corporate stakeholders, you will provide technical leadership for the ArcGIS Enterprise platform, spatial data services, mapping

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading enterprise geospatial platforms and services, including ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Strong knowledge of spatial data management, GIS architecture, and web services.
• Proven leadership and stakeholder engagement skills within a complex operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of geospatial specialists within Infrastructure Solutions.
• Oversee ArcGIS Enterprise platform, data services, mapping apps, and integrations.
• Drive service improvements and support strategic GIS initiatives across NSW RFS.

Skills

Geospatial leadership

ArcGIS Enterprise

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

• Temporary employment until 5October 2027 (with a possibility of extension)
• Attractive annual salary $135,149 - $148,929 p.a. plus 12% superannuation
• Location: Sydney Olympic Park (hybrid/flexible working arrangements considered)

Looking for more information?

Why not reach out to our role expert, Hooman Hosseini, Manager Infrastructure Solutions, for a confidential chat on 0412355***.

Join Our Team: Protect, Serve, and Make a Difference!

We are the Rural Fire Service (RFS), a dedicated community of volunteers providing fire and emergency services to approximately 95% of NSW.When you work with the RFS, you join a passionate team committed to protecting our neighbours, the wider community, and the environment from the threat of bushfires and other emergencies. With over 70,000 volunteer members and staff, we embody the spirit of mutual respect, support, friendship, and camaraderie. We are one team with many players, united by a single purpose. If you share our passion for community service and environmental protection, we want to hear from you! Become a part of our mission to safeguard lives and our cherished NSW landscapes.

What you’ll be doing:

This is an exciting leadership opportunity within the Infrastructure Solutions team, responsible for the delivery, support and continual improvement of the NSW RFS geospatial platforms and services.

Leading a team of geospatial specialists, you will oversee critical GIS capabilities that support emergency preparedness, response and recovery across NSW. Working closely with operational and corporate stakeholders, you'll provide technical leadership for the ArcGIS Enterprise platform, spatial data services, mapping applications and integration capabilities while driving service improvements and supporting a portfolio of strategic initiatives.

Reporting to the Manager Infrastructure Solutions, you will lead a high-performing team focused on delivering reliable, secure and innovative geospatial solutions that help the RFS make informed operational decisions and better serve the community.

• Demonstrated experience leading enterprise geospatial platforms and services, including extensive experience with ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Strong technical knowledge of spatial data management, catalogue, GIS architecture, web services and geospatial application delivery.
• Proven leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build team capability and drive service improvements in a complex operational environment.

If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please access the Role Descriptionand our organisation structure. (RD to be hyperlinked)

Note: As per the role description, candidates are required to meet minimum essential requirements. If you do not meet the essential requirements for this role, your application may not progress to shortlisting.

Why work for us?

• Attractive leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave per year, plus more
• Free access to our Member Assistance Program (MAP) for all RFS members, and their immediate family
• Salary packaging options available
• One ‘Agreed Absence’ leave day per calendar month
• Ongoing learning and professional development programs (RFS is a Registered Training Organisation giving you access to various internal courses)
• Partnership with Fitness Passport for eligible RFS staff and their families to access more than 845 gyms and pools!

You’ll also get to enjoy:

• Easy access to Sydney Olympic Park Train Station, bus services and parking facilities
• Local eateries and childcare facilities
• Sydney Olympic Park Entertainment and Sports Precinct, including Accor Stadium, Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Showgrounds, and Bicentennial Park
• Eligible staff are invited to join the local Sydney Olympic ParkConnected Membershipprogram, at an additional cost

Candidates are encouraged to prepare their applications independently to ensure they accurately reflect their skills and experience. The Rural Fire Service values authentic, original responses that reflect individual perspectives and alignment with its values and priorities. Skills, knowledge, and capability will be assessed and verified through the capability assessment process.

Please submit your application no later than 11:55pm Wednesday 7 October 2026.

Important recruitment Information

• Arecruitment (talent) pool may be created through this recruitment process to fill future ongoing, temporary, casual and term, full time or part time opportunities.
• We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to ensuring our employees represent the diversity of communities that we serve.
• If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please include any details that you are comfortable sharing during the application process, alternatively, you can reach out to the role expert to discuss.
• The recruitment process may involve a range of assessment activities to determine your capabilities for the role (aligning to the NSW PSC Capability Framework).The Capability application tool is designed to helpjob applicantsunderstand and use theNSW Public Sector Capability Frameworkwhen applying forjobswith the NSW government. Additional checks for successful applicants will include referee checks and criminal history checks.

Vacancy Reference: R26-326

This may not be the role for you, however you can check out other vacancies in the RFShere, or consider volunteering with your local Brigade.

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