Data Services Officer

It is an exciting time to be joining the Strategy People & Performance department for the City of Gold Coast where you will be a key driver in enacting change.

About Your New Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and positive person to join our Strategic Asset and Data Management team that provides a strategic focus to Council’s asset activities, ensuring asset services are centred on the enhancement of a sustainable future and the liveability of the City.

The position will commence in mid-June to perform a range of asset data capture, analysis and continuous improvement activities including: the creation, disposal, updating and improvement of water, sewage, and solid waste asset information within the City’s asset register. In addition, respond to requests for information by querying, interpreting, and analysing spatial and non-spatial information whilst ensuring that data consistently meets the City’s quality standards.

 

Key Deliverables Of The Position

• Checking, validating and entering as-constructed asset data supplied from internal and external sources into an integrated GIS/SAP asset register
• Analysing and interpreting as-constructed drawings
• Maintaining and improving asset data in accordance with asset data standards
• Providing technical GIS advice and guidance to colleagues

About YouYou are a self-motivated professional and competent GIS operator and will bring your technical knowledge and experience to this role including:

• Diploma in Spatial Sciences and/or equivalent knowledge
• Sound knowledge of the ESRI suite of products or similar GIS applications
• Experience with ArcMAP, ArcPRO and SAP or equivalent programs with the ability to develop proficiencies within Council’s corporate systems.
• Sound knowledge of the Asset Register processes and the asset life cycle
• Drivers Licence Class C Unrestricted
• Demonstrated experience of analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to research issues, interpret and analyse information, determine an appropriate course of action, and provide sound advice, options, or recommendations.
• Demonstrated experience in asset management information system processes for data creation, management, and reporting.
• Well-developed interpersonal, written and communication skills in the areas of consultation, negotiation, and assertiveness with an ability to transfer knowledge to other capable team members.
• Ability to work within an asset information team environment with demonstratable experience in managing multiple tasks, that may have impact beyond the work area, with the ability to plan, organise and prioritise work and resources to reach agreed and successful outcomes.
• Self-motivated individual with the ability to interact with team members to build effective internal relationships.

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.

Benefits

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

• 9-day fortnight
• Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
• Personal and professional development courses
• Hybrid office / work from home options
• Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport / Low cost on-site gym membership
• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
• 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.

How to apply

For more information, view the position brief by clicking the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen.

Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.

Documents needs to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email ***********@goldcoast.qld.gov.au

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

Contact Person

Paula Wilkinson

Contact Number

07 5582 8***

Closing Date

Sunday 23 June 2024

Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.

The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.