Company

Kyogle CouncilSee more

addressAddressKyogle, NSW
CategoryAdministrative

Job description

Are you ready to take the reins in managing and maintaining critical data that shapes our community's future? Join us as a GIS Officer and be at the forefront of innovation in land management, environmental analysis, and asset data accuracy. If you're passionate about harnessing the power of Geographic Information Systems to drive positive change, then this is the opportunity you've been waiting for!

  • Generous salary above award up to $85,451.60 dependant on experience
  • Flexible working arrangements, 35 hours per week, 9-day fortnight, including weekends for exhibitions and events
  • Make a genuine positive contribution to the local community

About Us

At Kyogle Council, we are committed to meeting the challenges of our unique and diverse region. We take pride in serving our community by maintaining and enhancing essential infrastructure. Join us as a GIS Officer to contribute to the ongoing success of our operations.

Position Overview

As the GIS Officer, you'll spearhead the meticulous management and upkeep of Council's invaluable property, land, environment, and asset data. Your primary mission is to ensure the seamless operation and accuracy of our Geographic Information System (GIS), empowering decision-makers with actionable insights derived from spatial analysis. By creating comprehensive maps and visualisations, you'll play a pivotal role in guiding land use planning, optimising asset management strategies, conducting environmental analysis, and conducting demographic studies. Your dedication to data integrity and proficiency in GIS tools will be instrumental in driving informed decision-making and facilitating sustainable development initiatives within our vibrant community.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Establish and maintain an inventory of Council’s geographical information.
  • Facilitate the collection, storage maintenance, and sharing of geographical information.
  • Create and deliver GIS training and technical support for users.
  • Provide advice, data, and information to stakeholders.
  • Undertake routine maintenance of Council’s property system.
  • Respond to day-to-day public inquiries.
  • Ensure work is carried out in accordance with Council policies and procedures.
  • Perform related duties as required and directed.

Key Capabilities:

We are seeking an individual who embodies the following capabilities:

  • Manages Self: Proficiently initiates action, tackles goals with commitment, seeks skill development, reflects on performance, and responds well to feedback.
  • Communicate and Engage: Quickly identifies and responds to needs, prioritises customer and community at work, and takes ownership of issue resolution.
  • Results Delivery: Ensures quality and timeliness of work, clarifies goals, shares project context, identifies resource needs, and empowers team flexibility.
  • Resource Management: Contributes asset data accurately, prepares costings, and manages asset risks effectively.

Essential Criteria:

  • Graduate Certificate in Geographical Information Science or Diploma in Information Technology or a related discipline and/or demonstrated previous experience in a similar role.
  • Experience with the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and analysis of geospatial data.
  • Ability to deliver GIS training and/or provision of technical support to users.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in information and communication systems.
  • Good communication skills (oral and written).
  • Ability to work independently and as a team.
  • Class C Drivers Licence.
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of Equal Employment Opportunity, Work Health and Safety, Risk, Environmental, and quality principles and practices.

Desirable Criteria:

  • Experience in local government.
  • Knowledge of Land Information systems.
  • Experience with QGIS and FME or other similar products.
  • Experience in designing and maintaining geospatial workflows/integrations.
  • Tertiary qualifications in a related discipline (e.g. Bachelor of Applied Geographical Information Systems or Bachelor of Applied Science).

Join Our Team:

Ready to map out the future of our community? We're seeking a skilled GIS Officer to lead the charge in managing and analysing vital spatial data. If you're passionate about transforming information into actionable insights and driving innovation through technology, then this is your chance to make a meaningful impact. Join us and be at the forefront of shaping our region's progress with the power of GIS! Applications addressing the selection criteria can be forwarded by email to **********@kyogle.nsw.gov.au or by post, marked “Confidential” to the Human Resources Manager, Kyogle Council, PO Box 11, Kyogle, NSW 2474. Please ensure you read the Applicant Information Package and Position Description which are available from Council's website www.kyogle.nsw.gov.au or by contacting Council on 02 6632 1***.

Kyogle Council is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people from diverse backgrounds and experiences, people living with disabilities and indigenous Australians.

Applications close 5pm Friday 31 May 2024

Refer code: 2275554. Kyogle Council - The previous day - 2024-05-24 08:30

Kyogle Council

Kyogle, NSW
Jobs feed

Case Manager - Mobile

Eml Group

Sydney, NSW

Dental Hygienist | Adelaide CBD

Bupa Dental

Adelaide, SA

Veterinary Nurse: Full-time, Experienced Preferred

Claremont Veterinary Hospital

Claremont, WA

LOCUM PSYCHOLOGIST – MELBOURNE

Talent Quarter

Perth, WA

Sales Manager-Food Packaging

Pact Group

Mulgrave, VIC

Support Coordinator

Department Of Justice

Perth, WA

Senior Lead Youth Worker | Full-time Permanent

Act Education Directorate

Canberra, ACT

Dentist | Maven Dental Port Lincoln

Lumino Dental Limited

Whyalla, SA

Share jobs with friends

Related jobs

Gis Officer

Locum General Practitioner Visiting Medical Officer

Healthcarelink

Newcastle, NSW

just now - seen

Executive Officer

Nsw Police Force

Newcastle, NSW

just now - seen

Resident Medical Officer

Australian Health Professionals

Wollongong, NSW

just now - seen

Medical Officer - AVMO

Serco

Nowra, NSW

just now - seen

Weekend Medical Officer - GP

South Pacific Private

Curl Curl, NSW

just now - seen

Emergency Medicine Career Medical Officer

Jps Recruitment

New South Wales

just now - seen

Disability Support Worker - High Intensity SIL

Employment Office

Newcastle, NSW

just now - seen

Intake officer New

Manpowergroup

Newcastle, NSW

just now - seen

Dental Officer - Department of Oral Medicine and Special Needs Dentistry

Western Sydney Local Health District

Westmead, NSW

just now - seen

Activities Officer

Bolton Clarke

Lismore, NSW

just now - seen

Lifestyle Services Officer

Bolton Clarke

Lismore, NSW

just now - seen

Research Officer – Cardiac Genomics

Garvan Institute Of Medical Research

Sydney, NSW

just now - seen

Health Contact Centre Administration Officer

Northern Sydney Local Health District

Sydney, NSW

just now - seen

Wellbeing and Lifestyle Officer

Whiddon

Redhead, NSW

just now - seen

Senior Economist/Senior Policy Officer

Treasury

Sydney, NSW

just now - seen

HR Officer / Senior HR Officer, Operations (Base in Beijing)

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

Sydney, NSW

just now - seen

Senior Finance Officer

Fowler Homes

Wetherill Park, NSW

just now - seen

Finance support officer

Talent Corp

Sydney, NSW

just now - seen