The key duties of the position include The Role The Australian Hydrographic Office is seeking people who are passionate about marine and geospatial sciences, shipping and automation. As a Maritime Geospatial Analyst you will work within the Australian Hydrographic Office's team to ingest, manage and validate complex marine geospatial data and produce navigational products and services that will maintain safe trading routes and directly contribute to Australia's maritime interests. You will work with a range of geospatial software and systems to prepare and deliver reliable and timely products to mariners. You will have an opportunity to combine an exceptional and meaningful career with a highly desirable coastal lifestyle where you will have access to excellent workplace conditions and working arrangements. This role is eligible for an additional remuneration benefit known in Defence as a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP). This enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the base salary otherwise payable under the Defence Enterprise Collective Agreement (DECA), for positions in occupational disciplines/classifications that are critical to Defence capability. For further information, please contact the contact officer. About our Team The Australian Hydrographic Office (AHO) is Australia's national authority responsible for producing nautical charts and other products and services in support of Australia's maritime interests and Defence operations, ensuring safety of navigation and protection of the marine environment. The AHO is technically focused with a range of subject matter expertise in marine data complexities. The team works together to combine a range of data sources, through validation, integration and quality control tasks then on to the production and dissemination of navigational products and web-services. Tasks are guided via work flow and Quality Management Systems to meet international and national standards and specifications. We provide an open plan office working environment that offers you a range of work, flexibility to be innovative, talented colleagues, a focus on training and development and the guidance and support to ensure that you always have everything that you need to succeed. You will have the opportunity to become a subject matter expert in maritime data. "Hydrography delivers the data required, for the science we need, for the Ocean we want". Our Ideal Candidate If you are keen to learn, flexible, accountable and proactive and you are interested in starting or developing a career in maritime sciences and mapping, please consider applying. Training offered is internationally recognised, there are opportunities for career growth in Wollongong and opportunities to engage with like-minded international colleagues. Be accountable to deliver validated geospatial data that and products that adhere to quality systems, procedures, standards and legislative requirements. Prioritise workload and monitor task progress against performance expectation to meet business objectives. Build and sustain effective relationships with team members and actively mentor less experienced team members. Work collaboratively with local, national and international stakeholders on matters of strategic, national and Defence interest when required. Develop expertise in data management and manipulation in relation to use and maintenance of geospatial databases.
