AddressAbout 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.
The key duties of the position include
As a cartographer, you will utilise technology - such as geographic information systems (GIS) and data publishing tools - and apply domain knowledge and expertise in geography and cartography to communicate data and information through maps and similar visual products. You will be required to collect, analyse, and synthesise geographic data into an effectively designed cartographic product.
The Cartography Team is responsible for authoring and publishing geospatial data products and applications for the business areas in Geoscience Australia. The team has responsibility for the development of both hardcopy and digital mapping products, and services and management of the product lifecycle. These activities support delivery of Geoscience Australia's program outputs.
This role will contribute to the strategic functions of the team. Under the general direction and guidance of the Team Leader, the role will be responsible for gathering product requirements, the design of product specification, its development and operational delivery.
What you will do
Working with limited guidance, in this role you will:
- provide cartographic expertise that contributes to outcomes of the section
- apply innovation initiatives to maximise the benefits of change and contribute to the improvement in quality and efficiency of services
- maintain awareness of changes in the broader work environment that may impact on work objectives
- exercise judgement to make decisions governed by the application of rules, regulations, best practice principles or the agency's operating instructions and procedures
- identify problems or issues and resolve or establish treatments to mitigate
- respond to stakeholder needs and expectations
- develop and maintain internal and external relationships
- the role may also be required to undertake specialist or technical research and analysis, conduct investigations and provide advice on policies and legislation.
Demonstrating success
To be successful in this role, you will have the ability to:
- 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; apply self with energy and drive and commit to meeting objectives
- think laterally to identify and implement improved work practices
- demonstrate flexibility and cope effectively with day-to-day work changes, shifting priorities and periods of uncertainty; share appropriate information with colleagues during times of change and encourage cooperation; stay calm under pressure
- build and sustain positive relationships with team members, stakeholders and clients
- 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 unit
- acknowledge mistakes, learn from them; seek advice and assistance from colleagues and supervisor when uncertain
- confidently present messages in a clear and concise manner, focussing on key points and using appropriate language
- operate in a professional manner when representing the organisation in internal forums
- 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
- knowledge of contemporary cartographic design principles applicable to topographic, thematic and reference mapping, display hierarchies, typography, and data generation
- knowledge of GIS principles including spatial data types, data layers, data analysis functions, geographic coordinate systems, and data transformations and formatting
- proficiency in the use of mapping software, hardware, and platforms necessary for cartographic, graphic and web production, such as Esri ArcGIS mapping and data analytics product suite
- excellent 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 thecareers pageof 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 Silvio Mezzomo on (02) 6249 9081 or email silvio.mezzomo@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'.
