Senior Spatial Information Officer

Senior Spatial Information Officer / GIS Geologist

A Brisbane based geoscience and advisory consultancy with an enviable client base is offering an enviable role for a Senior Spatial Information Officer or GIS geologist keen to be at the forefront of new minerals exploration and discovery.

A Growing, Established Geoscience and Advisory Consultancy

The business is a leading-edge energy and mineral exploration geoscience and advisory consultancy. We combine the latest technologies with geological knowledge and management experience to search for minerals and new energy resources globally. Our consulting services encompass all aspects of modern exploration, resource definition and strategic advisory.

About this Opportunity

Are you a GIS & Data Visualisation Specialist with a passion for transforming complex geological exploration data into compelling, high-impact visuals. We are seeking an efficient and detail-oriented GIS professional to join our friendly and committed team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating exceptional quality graphics for public news releases, maintaining and visualising our client's valuable GIS data, and producing insightful thematic maps that clearly communicate exploration and mineral discovery potential.

This is a unique opportunity to directly contribute to our clients' public profile and help stakeholders understand the significance of Global Ore's geological findings.

The role is offered on a part-time or contract full-time basis. Candidates must be available for a minimum of 30 hrs per week.  Applicants need to be Brisbane based or able to work from a Brisbane city office at least 3 days a week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create High-Quality Graphics: Design and produce visually appealing, accurate, and publication-ready maps and graphics from GIS spatial data for inclusion in news releases, presentations, reports, and other public-facing materials.
• GIS Data Management: Maintain, update, and ensure the integrity of geological exploration spatial datasets, including drillhole data, geophysical surveys, geochemical sampling, geological mapping, and tenement boundaries.
• Thematic Mapping & Visualisation: Develop and produce clear, informative, and aesthetically pleasing thematic maps to visualise and analyse geological trends and exploration targets.
• Data Interpretation & Communication: Work closely with geologists and the exploration team to understand data and effectively communicate all related spatial information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Stay Current: Keep abreast of the latest advances in GIS technology + software, data visualisation techniques, and cartographic best practices to ensure our outputs are industry-leading.
• Quality Control: Implement and maintain rigorous quality control procedures for all cartographic and data products.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in creating high-quality cartographic products and data visualisations, preferably within the mining or geological exploration sector for public release.
• Strong proficiency with industry-standard GIS and 3D software (e.g. QGIS, MapInfo, Micromine +/- Geoscience Analyst +/- Leapfrog) and Microsoft Office package PowerPoint, Excel and Word.
• Experience visualising and managing various types of spatial data (particularly related to geosciences).
• A keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of cartographic design principles, map layout, and symbology for clear and effective communication.
• Experience preparing GIS data and graphics for public dissemination.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable Attributes:

• Tertiary qualification in GIS, Geoscience, Earth Sciences, Surveying, or a related field.
• Strong 3D geological modelling skills and extensive visualisation software experience.
• Flexibility to operate in a dynamic environment with competing priorities and deadlines.
• Understanding of database management principles.
• Knowledge of Australian JORC Code reporting requirements related to spatial data would be an advantage.
• Other graphic design software skills (particularly open source, e.g., Inkscape, GIMP) for enhancing map outputs may be an advantage.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a portfolio showcasing examples of their best cartographic work and data visualisations, particularly any relevant to geological data or public releases by 21st October 2025.

Exceptional applicants will be contacted at the first available opportunity and prior to the closing date.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.