Spatial & Asset System Specialist

**Who are we?**

We’re here to help people live well and create a better and more sustainable future. We support healthy and liveable communities by delivering water, sewerage and recycled water services to 1.77 million people who rely on us every day and every night. At South East Water, we innovate with purpose and act with care to deliver healthy water for life. Fresh thinking and collaboration are at the heart of our organisation. We are constantly learning, embracing the challenges of today and excited by the opportunities that tomorrow will bring.

**The role**

Asset information systems (AIS) and spatial data forms a major information system in the business. It is fundamental to supporting our strategic priorities and objectives. The user base is upward of 600 internal users and 8000 external users and business partners, and the systems managed are fundamental to the work for many staff and customers.

As the Spatial & Asset System Specialist you will be a highly specialised technical expert leading activities to assist in the development and maturity of Spatial Data Management, by employing technical skills and experience to embed effective data management inclusive of the following;
- Administer and develop the AIS spatial systems, data, and users.
- Plan design and develop the future spatial systems and solutions.
- Provide expert advice regarding the spatial systems, solutions, data and strategy to the organisation.

The position undertakes expert analysis, development, support, system administration and management, helpdesk guidance and training for the organisation, business partners and external parties.

**Who are you?**

In order to flourish in this highly technical role, you will require the following skills, knowledge and experience:

- Tertiary qualification in Geospatial, Information Systems or Technology, Information Science, or Data Management
- At least 7-10 years scientific/technical experience in similar role
- Proven experience relating to data management of water and sewer assets with respect to digital data.
- Extensive knowledge of information systems, particularly the operation and management of asset data with relevance to water, sewerage and recycled water assets
- Extensive understanding of asset information systems and spatial systems inclusive of mapping and survey processes, geographical co-ordinate systems, the Victorian cadastre and spatial products.
- Extensive understanding of the property creation and maintenance requirements systems and process.
- Ability to troubleshoot data and system issues, identify root cause and propose solutions.
- Ability to develop testing procedures and test plans to verify functionality has been delivered for new products or enhancements to existing systems.
- Has an understanding of relational databases and SQL tools to query and analyse data.
- Experience in system administration and the management of server environments.
- Sound communication skills both written and verbal to be able to present and discuss complex technical information at all levels of business.
- Ability to develop and implement processes that support spatial data maintenance
- An understanding of IT development process and protocols.
- The ability to develop productive working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

**What's in it for you?**
- A commitment to work-life balance with truly flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working, leave purchasing and RDO options.
- 14 weeks paid parental leave for all parents and paid super on unpaid parental leave
- A range of benefits, including free on-site parking and cultural leave.
- A great culture working in collaborative teams with strong work ethics.
- Career focused learning and development opportunities.
- The opportunity to be part of an organisation committed to environmental initiatives.
- Enjoy modern office facilities with panoramic beachfront views.

**We're for everyone**

We do meaningful work, but how we do it is just as important. We’re here to help people live well, protect the environment, and keep healthy water and resources accessible and affordable for all. We know to make a positive difference we need to support our people to be their very best. Flexibility and innovation are at the heart of how we work. But it’s our people’s collective ambition, authenticity and differences that bring our culture to life.

Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. Everyone brings a unique voice and a refreshing perspective that keeps us innovating. It makes us better learners, thinkers and collaborators, helping create better outcomes for our customers. Even though we’re all different, we still share a common goal to deliver healthy water for life.

**Keen to make an impact?