Geospatial Transformation Specialist

**Geospatial Transformation Specialist Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Geospatial Transformation Specialist to join our team at Greater Western Water Limited. This role plays a vital part in providing key Geospatial Information System (GIS) specialist advice and guidance to the team on spatial asset data functions.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of GIS, from data collection and governance to process development, and implementing a new GIS platform that will transform our GIS capabilities.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has experience in being part of a GIS transformation program, with expertise in all facets of the Esri suite of spatial tools, and strong interpersonal and client-focused communication skills.

About the Role

• Coordinate an effective, efficient, and robust Geospatial service to internal and external stakeholders and deliver specialist Geospatial advice and information for spatial related projects.
• Manage and maintain Geospatial datasets, ensuring that restrictions, copyrights, and license agreements are acknowledged and followed.
• Accountable for the robust Geospatial data capture, collection, and management
• Oversee the design, schedule, budget and implementation enhancements to GIS systems and software applications, including database design and administration.
• Responsible for the production of data, maps, and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage projects adhering to the defined project management standards.
• Manage contracts and vendors for project-related geospatial services ensuring return on investment for GWW.

**Required Skills and Qualifications**

• Demonstrated understanding of all facets of the Esri suite of spatial tools
• Understanding of mapping and survey processes, geographical co-ordinate systems, the Victorian cadastre, and spatial products.
• Experience in the use of SQL and FME.
• Accomplished in the analysis of spatial information, identifying enhancements and improvement opportunities.
• Knowledge in the implementation and use of locational information systems including spatial software, technologies, applications, data, and strategy development.
• Strong interpersonal and client-focused communication skills combined with a customer service focused approach.
• Good knowledge of project management and the aptitude to work within ambiguity and manage risk mitigation.
• Tertiary qualification in surveying, spatial science, information management, systems, business, engineering, or related field.

**Benefits**

• We offer a competitive salary package of approximately $156,000 per annum, inclusive of 11.5% superannuation.
• We embrace flexibility and connection with a balance of on-site and WFH arrangements.
• Free onsite parking (subject to availability).
• Gender neutral, 16-week parental leave.
• Monthly work life balance day off to treat yourself (if full-time).
• Free income protection and salary continuance insurance.
• Access to corporate health insurance deals with major providers.
• Wellbeing, prayer, and sensory rooms in the Footscray and Sunbury office.

**About Us**

We're water... and more. Greater Western Water Limited is a Victorian government-owned water corporation that provides an essential service to some of the fastest-growing communities in Australia. Our vision is to thrive as a diverse workplace where everyone can contribute their best work. We're committed to building a workplace where everybody thrives, and we value everyone for who they are and what they can bring.