EOI - Spatial Scientist

- Temporary full-time (35hpw) opportunity up to 30 June 2027
- Clerk 7/8 - $116,981 – $129,492pa + super + annual leave loading
- Bathurst or Sydney – Flexible working arrangements may be available in line with the DCS Flexible Working Policy

About the opportunity This role provides specialist technical expertise to maintain and enhance critical spatial platforms and services, supporting everyday operations and time-critical emergency responses. By turning complex spatial data into reliable services, intuitive applications and actionable insights, you will help decision-makers access the information they need, when they need it. You will make an immediate impact by improving automated workflows, delivering responsive spatial solutions and strengthening technical capability across the team and its stakeholders.

About the Team The Business Products team at Spatial Services maintains and enhances the spatial platforms, data services and applications that support government operations and emergency response across NSW. Our customers include internal teams, government stakeholders and emergency response decision-makers who depend on reliable, accessible spatial information.

Our portfolio spans spatial hosting and collaboration portals, Spatial Digital Twin visualisation tool Explorer, multiple customer facing spatial digital products and dashboards, and maintenance of the Foundation Spatial Data Framework. We combine ongoing service delivery with workflow automation, spatial analysis and rapid development of web applications and dashboards when urgent needs arise.

We are a small, collaborative team with a broad remit, working together to solve technical challenges, share expertise and respond to changing priorities. Joining us means variety, hands-on ownership and the prospect to see your work make a practical difference—from improving everyday access to data to supporting critical decisions during emergencies.

Key responsibilities

- Maintain and improve spatial data services so customers can access reliable, up-to-date information.
- Process, analyse and validate complex spatial data to support everyday operations and informed decision-making.
- Automate data workflows and routine system tasks to improve efficiency,



consistency and accuracy.
- Develop web applications and dashboards that make spatial information easy to use, including during time-critical emergency responses.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders, sharing technical guidance and clear documentation to strengthen capability and support ongoing service delivery.

What we're looking for To be successful, you must possess practical experience in the following core technologies:

- Python Scripting: Advanced automation skills (including ArcPy and ArcGIS API for Python) to streamline data workflows and system administration.
- FME & FME Flow: Proven capability building and managing complex ETL workspaces and enterprise automations.
- Esri Enterprise & ArcGIS Pro: Deep knowledge of publishing, managing, and optimizing enterprise GIS services.
- ArcGIS Experience Builder: Demonstrated experience rapidly prototyping and deploying high-performance dashboards and interactive apps under tight deadlines.
- AWS Cloud Environments: Familiarity working within cloud infrastructure to support enterprise spatial architectures.

To be considered for roles in the NSW public sector, applicants must:

- Be NSW residents or in the process of relocating to NSW
- Hold appropriate working rights for the type of employment offered

We can’t wait to meet you If this role sounds like you, you can apply by clicking the apply button - it’s a simple online process. Please provide an up-to-date CV (max 5 pages) and cover letter (max 2 pages) which showcases your skills and experience for the role.

For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Geordie McNabney via [email protected]

About Spatial Services

Spatial Services, a division of the Department of Customer Service is the key provider of spatial land information services in New South Wales.



Spatial Services' integrated framework connects the people of NSW to a comprehensive package of land and property services including property information, surveying and mapping. Spatial Services provides land information services to individuals, businesses, government agencies and non-profit organisations throughout NSW, Australia and internationally.

Salary Grade 7/8, with the base salary for this role starting at $116,981 base plus superannuation

Click Here to access the Role Description . For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Amy Vierboom via [email protected].

Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.

A talent pool may be created as part of this recruitment process and will be valid for up to 18 months. The talent pool may be used to fill future ongoing or temporary vacancies of the same or similar role.

Closing Date: Monday 16 November @ 11:59PM

Careers at Department of Customer Service A career at the Department of Customer Service (DCS) gives you the opportunity to help improve government services and be part of reform that benefits people across NSW. We are focused on delivering excellent customer service, digital transformation, and regulatory reform. Come join us and influence the future of our excellent state.

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