Gis Support Officer

GIS Support Officer - Spatial Program

**Title **GIS Support Officer - Spatial Program **Position Number **2160, 2161, 2162, 2163, 2164

**Reports to **Transformation Program Manager **Division **Data and Technology

**Direct **Nil **Unit **Digital Enablement
**reports**

**Job type **Temporary **Location **Brisbane

**Salary per **PC-A $70,386.99 (excl. superannuation) **Position Classification **PC-A (Graduate); Clerical 1
**annum **Clerical 1 $53,510.25 (excl. superannuation) (Undergraduate)

**Who is the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator?**

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) commenced operations in 2013 as a national entity responsible for
regulating all vehicles in Australia over 4.5 tonnes gross vehicle mass. Located in Brisbane, the NHVR minimises the
compliance burden on the heavy vehicle transport industry, reduces duplication and inconsistencies across state and
territory borders, and ultimately for the heavy vehicle business with government in Australia.

**What is important to us?**

At the NHVR our workplace values set the tone for our organisational culture:

- People matter
- Customer first
- We add value
- Strong partnerships

We value staff with a genuine belief in the work they do and the benefit it will bring. We aim to develop a supportive
work environment which we believe will be achieved by a focus on professionalism, team work and collective values.

**What do we expect of our employees?**

The NHVR is seeking an individual who:

- Is committed to meet and exceed the expectations of our clients and stakeholders
- Is energised by identifying new approaches and solutions
- Is innovative in addressing day-to-day challenges
- Is supportive towards colleagues and contributes towards making their workplace an enjoyable place to be

**Commitment to safety, diversity and anti-discrimination**

The NHVR is committed to providing a safe, forward-thinking and tolerant work environment. Diversity within our
workforce is valued as being representative of the standards, values and diversity within the community and clients we
serve.

**Environment**

Through leadership and influence, the NHVR administers a national system that delivers consistent and streamlined
regulatory services and administration to the Australian heavy vehicle road transport sector, reducing regulatory burden
whilst enabling greater safety and productivity.

Position Description | GIS Support Officer - Spatial Program

The Data and Technology Division enables the NHVR to be a modern, data lead regulator through the development and
implementation of information, data and analytics across all NHVR core functions. The division leads the delivery of best
practice technology, IT operations, information, architecture and security functions as well as the execution of digital
enabling solutions that support the NHVR’s vision and strategic direction.

The **NHVR’s** **Spatial Program** aims to build a single Legally Enforceable Network Map to consolidate all jurisdictional
network maps in one place. Subsequently, we will enable all road managers to self-service road and network changes
themselves.

**Primary Objectives**

The **GIS Support Officer** will analyse and assess spatial data in the form of network maps, identify any key differences
between two similar maps, and make changes to ensure they are aligned. The role will involve using QGIS, Spreadsheets,
and tracking mechanisms to ensure that work flow has process, is recorded, and maximises quality and accuracy.

The objective is to conflate (migrate) a set of network maps (lines) from a State or Territory map to the NHVR map using
a combination of automated tools and sophisticated manual tools one State or Territory at a time.

**Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities**
- Test and give feedback about network development tools and assist the development team to improve them.
- Analyse roads, networks, and structure data, and and ensure that this spatial data is correct.
- Use OpenStreetMap when required to ensure the accuracy of roads, road names, road geometry, bridge and

structures, third-party assets and other important network-related data.
- Update Road Ownership details where required using our Road Ownership tools.
- Report through to a GIS Specialist overseeing a particular jurisdiction or data set, or the Technical Lead.
- Be able to take a piece of work, manage it accordingly and meet deadlines.

**Skills and Capabilities**
- Be proficient or familiar with tools such as QGIS, OpenStreetMap, and ArcGIS.
- Be able to build Network Maps, using QGIS tools and our in-house spatial mapping solutions.
- Have a broad understanding of geospatial concepts and understand GIS terminology.
- Be adept at building road features and geometry in OpenStreetMap (OSM)
- Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving and lateral thinking with strong attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team of people.

**Qualifications and Experience**
- Currently enrolled