AddressGeoscience Australia acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Cultures, and to elders past and present.
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
The National Location Information Branch (NLI) of Geoscience Australia is leading provision of advice to government and industry stakeholders on location related matters, platforms for cross-jurisdictional data integration, and delivery of national scale geographic datasets. The NLI Branch also leads implementation of the Digital Atlas of Australia, a component of the Australian Government data initiatives to create a front door to Australian Government data and support Australia in becoming a world-leading digital economy and society by 2030.
The role
The Digital Atlas of Australia is an interactive, secure, and easy-to-use online platform that brings together a range of valuable, trusted national datasets. A person in this role will apply professional experience and provide technical leadership in digital cartography and online mapping and information products delivery, in support of the Digital Atlas. This would require working with near real-time, and historical data on Australia’s geography, population, the economy, employment, infrastructure, health, land and the environment. A person in this role will be producing information products that have high visibility and broad uptake by users of the Digital Atlas. The objective is to give business, the public and government the power to make more informed data-driven decisions to keep our country safe, to promote the wellbeing of our people and environment, and make new business and personal ventures possible.
A person in this role will need to be a highly motivated professional, who can anticipate and respond to evolving requirements, work confidently as member of a larger team and independently; and to work closely with other teams across Geoscience Australia and its Digital Atlas partners to ensure deliverables are of high standard, delivered on time, and meet expectations of our clients.
In this role you will:
- apply your expertise and technical knowledge in cartography to producing key mapping information products that meet needs of broad range of users
- work with independence for the achievement of own and broader work area outcomes, monitor progress and follow through to deliver quality outcomes
- provide accurate and specialised advice including anticipating problems and contributing to their resolution
- propose and facilitate innovation and contribute to business improvement strategies and to change in workplace practices
- monitor changes in the broader work environment that may impact on work objectives
- make decisions, with direction from more senior staff, on tasks/assignments with considerable complexity and sensitivity
- successfully manage competing priorities in line with the teams goals and objectives
- gather and investigate information from diverse sources and explore new ideas and different viewpoints
- communicate effectively and contribute to the teams positive, inclusive and compassionate culture
- Contribute to the development of team objectives for short term tasks and strategic planning for longer-term initiatives
- develop and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve work area and agency goals; anticipate and respond to stakeholder needs and expectations
- understand, support and promote the organisation's vision, mission, and business objectives
- represent the agency by promoting its interests at community and cross-agency levels
To be successful in the role you will:
- demonstrate an awareness of the implications of issues for own work and work area
- take personal responsibility for accurate completion of work within timeframes and quality requirements; take the initiative to progress work when required
- think laterally to identify and implement improved work practices and promote these practices across the broader team
- monitor projects against plans; manage priorities and make adjustments to milestones as required; follow up to ensure that issues are completed
- build and sustain positive relationships with team members, stakeholders and clients and proactively offer assistance to ensure a mutually beneficial outcome
- work collaboratively and operate as an effective member of the team
- consult internal experts; tap into their technical and professional knowledge and experience to improve work outcomes for the business area
- have relevant experience in team leadership, work planning and task prioritisation
- confidently present messages clearly and succinctly, focussing on key points and using appropriate language
- operate in a professional manner when representing the organisation
- make time for people despite competing priorities; provide guidance and offer full support when required
- adhere to the APS Values and Code of Conduct and consistently behave in an honest, ethical and professional way
Required skills, knowledge, experience and/or qualifications
- significant experience and knowledge of contemporary cartographic design principles applicable to topographic, thematic and reference mapping, typography, and data generation
- proficiency in the use of Esri suite of desktop, including ArcPRO and ArcGIS Online, cloud software, relevant hardware, and platforms necessary for cartographic, graphic and web production
- sound knowledge and understanding of GIS (geographic information systems) principles, data and mapping workflows.
- experience with ArcPy and Arcade languages
- experience in implementing data processing and/or automation workflows
- experience in working with stakeholders from various backgrounds and levels of seniority
- effective communication skills, both written and oral
- a formal qualification in geospatial science is desirable
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 Lauren Carter on (02) 6249 9*** or email *************@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’.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for this position you must meet the below eligibility criteria.
- Be an Australian Citizen at the closing date of application.
- The successful applicant must be able to obtain, hold and maintain a security clearance of an appropriate level relevant to this role.
- Commencement of employment is subject to the successful applicant undergoing and satisfying pre- employment screening, which includes a police history check.
Recruitability
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the position. For more information please visit the Australian Public Service Commission website.
Hearing or speech impaired applicants are invited to use the National Relay Service by contacting 133 677, and requesting to be connected with our Recruitment team on 02 6249 9*** in order to obtain selection documentation.
Technical Assistance
If you require technical assistance, call Human Resources on (02) 6249 9*** or email **@ga.gov.au.
A merit list/pool may be created from this process. If you are successful for the merit pool, your details may be shared with other Australian Public Service agencies unless you choose not to have your details disclosed.
