Geoscience Australia values the lands, water and sky as we work to deepen a shared understanding of Country and Earth. We respect First Nations peoples and their enduring connection, contribution and obligations to Country. Reflecting on our shared history, we are committed to listen and learn. About us Geoscience Australia is Australia's pre-eminent public sector geoscience organisation. We are the nation's trusted advisor on the geology and geography of Australia. We apply science and technology to describe and understand the Earth for the benefit of Australia. We apply our diverse professional expertise, our deep and trusted knowledge, our national-scale Earth observation infrastructure and our strong partnerships, to the opportunities and challenges that face our nation. Our culture Our strength lies in our people, including our diversity in backgrounds, skills and experiences, and the way we work together to respond to the emerging needs of our work. We value diversity in gender, backgrounds, culture, and experiences of our employees and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace culture that ensures everyone has equal opportunity to contribute, participate and progress. Applications from people who reflect this diversity are encouraged. Our workplace is committed to the health, safety and wellbeing of our employees and offers a variety of flexible working arrangements to enhance flexibility, including remote working arrangements. What we can offer you When you work at Geoscience Australia you will have access to a range of benefits and the opportunity to experience a workplace culture that truly values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging. To learn more about our competitive salary, free onsite parking, generous flexible working arrangements and the role you can play in growing our culture click here . Our team You will be part of Geoscience Australia's National Location Information Branch which is responsible for ensuring Australia's national location information is accessible, trusted, reliable, interoperable, relevant and sustainably managed. The Branch plays a leading role in shaping the future of Australia's geospatial landscape and is leading the development and delivery of the Digital Atlas of Australia, a national geospatial capability we're delivering on behalf of the Australian Government. The Digital Atlas of Australia brings together, curates and connects trusted national datasets from across government into an interactive, secure and easy-to-use online platform. it's transforming the way data on Australia's geography, people, economy and environment Is accessed and used to inform smarter, faster place-based decisions for Australia's future. The key duties of the position include The role The Geospatial Officer delivers high-quality spatial data and interactive applications that enable users to explore and understand Australia's geography, environment, and communities through the Digital Atlas of Australia platform. This role works under guidance and supervision from senior team members, providing an opportunity to build capability and confidence in geospatial data management and Esri-based app development. In this role you will: Prepare, curate, and publish spatial datasets and metadata for the Digital Atlas platform. Manage GIS database tasks, including data acquisition, cleaning, and integration. Build interactive web apps and dashboards using Esri tools such as ArcGIS Experience Builder and StoryMaps. Develop and automate workflows using tools like FME and Python to improve efficiency. Apply data management standards and processes to ensure compliance and interoperability. Collaborate with data custodians and internal teams to ensure content accuracy and alignment with national standards. Apply foundational GIS analysis and visualisation techniques to support decision-making and enhance user experience. Document processes and maintain best practices for data management, publication, and accessibility. To be successful in the role you will: Demonstrate attention to detail and problem-solving skills, following established processes and contributing to improvements. Possess strong time management and organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines. Show a collaborative approach and clear communication skills, enabling you to work effectively within a team environment. Required skills, knowledge, experience and/or qualifications Tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Science, or a related discipline. Minimum 2 years' experience in geospatial data management and/or web mapping application development, including familiarity with Esri GIS tools. Willingness to learn and apply data integration and workflow automation techniques (experience with FME or Python desirable). Ability to perform spatial analysis and visualisation tasks under guidance, contributing to decision-making and user experience improvements. Strong attention to detail and organisational skills, with the ability to follow established processes and meet deadlines. Salary We encourage candidates with the right technical skills to apply, even if their salary expectations fall outside the typical bracket. The delegate is open to considering expertise and experience for salary negotiations with the successful applicant. Are you unsure about applying? Did you know that a Hewlett Packard internal report found that men apply for jobs when they meet an average of 60 per cent of the job requirements? Women and other people from diverse backgrounds tend to only apply when they check every box. If you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point on what we are looking for, please still apply or get in touch with the contact officer to learn more about the role. To Apply Please visit the careers page of our website to submit your application via our e-Recruit system. Your application should include: Your resume (no more than 3 pages) A brief statement (no more than 700 words) outlining your transferable skills, experience and capabilities related to the role and the value you would bring to Geoscience Australia. If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Alex Waterworth on (02) 6249 5911 or email Alex.Waterworth@ga.gov.au . To learn more about applying for roles within the Australian Public Services please review 'Applying for an APS job: cracking the code'.
