Senior Drafting Officer

Please note: Due to Machinery of Government changes under Section 30 of the Public Administration Act (PPA), effective 1 January 2023, your employment will be with the Department of Transport and Planning. Corporate Services, including payroll, will be provided by Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action while a process for the formal transfer of staff in impacted areas is implemented.Are you are interested in working on some of Victoria's major land projects? Now is the time to join SGV.The purpose of this role is to enable Surveyor-General Victoria to support major government infrastructure projects and land related business dealings, regulate and monitor cadastral surveying in Victoria and maintain the State's survey control network.We want your skills, knowledge, passion and enthusiasm to join the growing and inclusive team at SGV. Help us to support our project partners to transform the State for the benefit the Victorian community. If you're ready to work with a passionate team committed to revolutionising how we plan, model and consult in our built and natural environment, then please apply now.Specialist/Technical Expertise/QualificationsDesirable

• Tertiary qualification in Geomatics or equivalent (surveying, cartography, or GIS) is preferred together with a minimum of four years' experience in that field.
• A sound knowledge of Victoria's Crown survey requirements, land information records and related surveying regulatory processes to enable the complete mathematical and cadastral re-establishment examination of Crown Survey documentation.
• Understands and uses a wide range of software applications for word processing, email, and computer aided drafting with a high-level knowledge of ‘MicroStation' and ArcGIS.

This is a fixed term position available for a period of 12 months. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria.To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.For further information please refer to the attached position description.Applications close at midnight on Monday, 6 May 2024.Other relevant information:For this particular vacancy, priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the .Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible WorkplaceDEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.