GIS Specialist

Permanent, full time

- Flexible working hours, hybrid work model, and a nine-day fortnight
- Opportunity to be part of a key project to develop and implement high quality mobile GIS solutions for Council
- Work within a high performing and supportive team

An opportunity to use your GIS expertise to design, develop and enhance spatial solutions that improve Council services.

LET’S EXPLORE THE JOB

Council has an exciting opportunity for an experienced GIS Project Specialist to join our high performing Information Technology department to develop modern GIS applications, streamline processes and workflows through automation and contribute to the continuous improvement of Council’s spatial technology environment for our business and the community.

This exciting role will:

- Provide technical assistance and guidance in the design and development of Council’s GIS systems and services.
- Drive continuous improvement in the GIS and services, including the use of FME to support spatial data integration, automation and work optimisation.
- Develop and maintain effective relationships with clients, partners and suppliers to achieve continuous improvement in the GIS and services
- Identify and drive business change to ensure maximum efficiency is delivered through the GIS system
- Document application design, technical solutions, code, scripts and FME workflow logic.

Read the position statementhereand learn more about this exciting opportunity.

LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU

Our ideal candidate is a motivated and customer focused GIS professional with strong technical expertise in GIS platforms and automation. You will have working knowledge of the ESRI suite of products including ArcGIS Online, Pro, Experience Builder, Field Maps, Survey123 and FME Form/Flow

You are customer focused, can identify and drive business change, and develop and maintain effective working relationships collaborating cross functionally across Council.

Your strong analysis, data management,



attention to detail and delivery focus will see you succeed in this role.

You will have:

- Recognised qualifications in Geographical Information Systems or related field and/or equivalent demonstrated experience
- Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of the ESRI suite of products including ArcGIS Online, with a strong emphasis on Experience Builder, Field Maps and Survey123.
- Experience using FME Form/Flow to support spatial data transformation and automation
- Demonstrated experience in analysing business problems, and identifying and implementing appropriate GIS solutions
- Demonstrated ability to analyse and integrate GIS applications with database and web applications using automation and scripting
- Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines

LET’S REVEAL THE PERKS

This position provides:

- Competitive salary $105,134 to $122,182 per annum + 12% superannuation
- Commencing salary set in line with skills and experience with annual reviews available to support movement through the salary range
- 35-hour week with flexible working hours and nine-day fortnight
- We value your health and wellbeing and offer generous discounted gym memberships through our corporate fitness program for you and your family, connect with colleagues through our social club, be inspired by regular wellbeing initiatives, annual flu vaccinations, and confidential support via our employee assistance (EAP) program
- Opportunities to develop skills in GIS, integration and system development for a large diverse organisation

CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY

We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city.



That’s why we’re passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you’re joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We’re proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.

LET’S START

- If this job sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Get your application in by 11:59pm, Sunday 23 August 2025
- For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contactCarissa Summers,Coordinator Enterprise Applications and GIS, on0412 647 ***or via *************@lakemac.nsw.gov.au
- If you need assistance submitting your applicationclick hereor please contactAshlea Norris,Talent Attraction Partner, on02 4921 0***or via *************@lakemac.nsw.gov.au
- Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. If you'd like feedback on your application or interview, don't hesitate to get in touch — we're here for you!
- To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Statement.
- Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council’s recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.

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