GIS FOUNDATION SPECIALIST

The position requires an experienced Level 3 GIS practitioner with strong technical capability in geospatial data creation manipulation and validation supported by a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience and typically 5 years working in GIS or a related field. The role requires proficiency in GIS tools (such as ArcGIS and/or SOCET GXP) experience working with complex data schemas quality assurance practices and the ability to produce cartographic outputs to specification alongside strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders.

Candidates must demonstrate the ability to manage assigned work independently deliver complex outputs to required standards and maintain compliance with established policies with Defence or government experience and the ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate security clearance highly desirable.

This position requires a skilled professional with strong stereo acuity to support advanced geomatic/photogrammetry workflows and highprecision geospatial imaging systems. The role may involve detailed analysis and interpretation of stereoscopic imagery within GIS environments to produce accurate spatial data and mapping products. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong visual depth perception technical proficiency in geospatial tools and a high level of precision when performing complex imaging and data production tasks.

Demonstrated experience (5 years) in GIS data production analysis and quality assurance within enterprise or Defence-style environments.

Relevant tertiary qualification in geospatial science GIS or a related discipline or equivalent industry experience.

Strong proficiency in GIS tools (e.g. ArcGIS/SOCET GXP) for feature extraction (2D and 3D) analysis production and data management.

Experience working with complex data schemas and producing data to defined specifications and standards.

Demonstrated capability in geospatial data quality assurance validation and reporting.

Ability to produce cartographic or other foundation geospatial datasets or products to a specification including map design and presentation standards.

Ability to work under limited direction manage assigned tasks independently and deliver complex outputs to required time cost and quality targets.

Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Understanding of Defence intelligence or government operating environments (desirable).

Deliver complex geospatial data production extraction and maintenance activities in accordance with Defence standards and specifications.

Perform quality assurance and validation of spatial data ensuring accuracy completeness and consistency of Foundation Geospatial datasets.

Produce cartographic products and visualisations to meet defined operational and technical requirements.

Support the integration and sustainment of Foundation Geospatial data within enterprise GIS environments.

Contribute to the continuous improvement of geospatial production workflows standards and processes.

Provide technical advice and support to stakeholders on geospatial data tools and methodologies.

Assist in the preparation of documentation including quality reports procedures and technical outputs.

Support capability development activities through the application of geospatial analysis and data management practices aligned to future Defence requirements.