Senior Spatial Analyst

About Us.
Urbis is more than just a consultancy. We are a multidisciplinary urban consultancy, inspiring and creating solutions for our ever-changing world. We empower our brightest minds with opportunities to push boundaries, collaborate and deliver exceptional, creative solutions for our clients and each other.

If you're looking to make transformational impact in our cities and communities, we're keen to meet you.

We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and supporting them to be the best they can be. Here you will make a tangible difference and create positive impact, while gaining enviable industry experience and broad exposure to the most exciting work.

The Opportunity & How You Will Make An Impact.
Urbis has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Spatial Analyst to join our team in Sydney

As a Senior Spatial Analyst, you will lead the collection, processing, and interpretation of spatial data to inform strategic decision‑making and deliver innovative, data‑driven solutions for cities and communities. This role involves managing project delivery, guiding and mentoring junior team members, and ensuring the accuracy, relevance, and strategic value of spatial outputs. You will oversee the production of high‑quality cartographic and analytical products, engage directly with clients and stakeholders, and drive outcomes that shape sustainable and thriving places.

In This Role, You Will

• Strategic Spatial Solutions: Lead collaboration with consulting teams to champion spatial services, providing high‑level advice and strategic direction to address complex client challenges through innovative, fit‑for‑purpose spatial solutions.
• Cartographic Excellence: Oversee the design and delivery of high‑quality cartographic products that align with corporate branding, meet client specifications, and set industry benchmarks for clarity and impact.
• Data Governance: Direct the management, maintenance, and governance of spatial data to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and compliance with industry standards and Urbis best practices, supporting robust project outcomes.
• Advanced Spatial Analysis: Lead and perform complex spatial analysis and geoprocessing tasks — including ETL processes and spatial queries — while developing, maintaining, and refining methodologies and quality control frameworks.
• Solution Engineering Leadership: Drive the design and deployment of advanced spatial solutions, including web GIS, digital map publishing, and configuration of spatial tools and products, leveraging market‑leading GIS technologies to deliver innovative outcomes.
• Team and Culture Leadership: Foster a positive, collaborative, and high‑performing team culture, mentor junior staff, stay at the forefront of GIS advancements, and ensure a safe workplace by upholding all WHS policies and procedures.

About You.
We look for talented people who are purpose-driven and thrive in high-performing, inclusive and collaborative environments. You'll work across teams to bring out the best in others whilst bringing new thinking and energy.

We Know Everyone Is Different And Bring Different Strengths And Passions With Them. In Addition To Yours, We're Keen To Connect With You If You Bring The Following Experiences And Attributes

• A collaborative mindset, to bring out the best in yourself and others while bringing new thinking to Urbis and our clients
• Passion for purpose-led work, and driving a positive legacy for our communities, clients and yourself
• Authenticity to foster respect, trust and advocacy in all your work interactions
• Confidence and decisiveness to drive high performance for yourself, others and our clients
• Innovation and creativity when solving complex problems
• A digitally curious mindset, that is keen to explore how technology can contribute to our experience and efficiency
• Tertiary qualification in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, Urban Design, or a related field.
• Advanced experience with desktop GIS (ArcGIS Pro preferred) and web GIS platforms (ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online preferred).
• Highly capable in data manipulation (FME preferred), task automation (Python preferred), and the full suite of Microsoft Office.

Why Urbis?
We are passionate about
purpose with impact
. You'll join an organisation united by a shared goal: shaping cities and communities for a better future. Your work will help create a positive legacy through innovative and meaningful contributions. You're encouraged to bring your ideas, be bold and contribute to an environment built on connection, flexibility and authenticity.

We
invest in your growth
, with inspirational leadership experiences, structured development pathways and the freedom to lead your own way. We empower you to shape your career and your impact.

We believe in
flexible benefits, performance-driven rewards and experiences
that support you both professionally and personally—because what matters to you, matters to us.

Sound interesting?
If we sound like a great fit for you, and you are ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

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