Geospatial Team Lead (Fixed Term Part-Time) – Brisbane

Are you ready to take the next step in your career by leading and developing a team delivering impactful geospatial projects At ASA we offer a purpose-driven environment where your work contributes to meaningful outcomes. If you have 12 years of hands-on experience with GIS tools like ArcGIS and/or QGIS and a strong interest in GIS data workflows and systems that support design modelling and feature across infrastructure utilities and other asset-intensive sectors wed like to hear from you.

About Australian Spatial Analytics

At Australian Spatial Analytics were breaking down the barriers neurodiverse individuals face in securing meaningful long-term employment.

As an award-winning non-profit social enterprise our mission is to train and develop emerging data analysts over an 18-month period. Through hands-on experience and personalised support we prepare our analysts to thrive in inclusive workplaces by transitioning them into roles within our network of like-minded organisations where their careers can grow.

We specialise in delivering high-quality data and geospatial data services to business clients while empowering our neurodiverse team with the tools mentorship and workplace support they need to succeed.

Our impact and innovation have been recognised nationally. Were proud recipients of many awards including:

• 2022 Lord Mayors Business Award for Outstanding Social Enterprise
• 2023 University of Queensland Social Enterprise of the Year
• 2023 Energy Queensland Technical Excellence Award

Our team is comprised of over 50 people across two offices; our head office in Brisbane and our 2nd office in Melbourne.

This makes us one of Australias largest work-integrated social enterprises (WISE) and were only Five years old!

At ASA we believe neurodiversity is a strength. Our workplace is a launchpad for young neurodiverse professionals to build meaningful careers in the data and digital engineering space. We are currently looking for a GIS Team Lead to join and guide our growing team in Brisbane.

To learn more about our work and the team youll be part of visit .

Our Values

Diverse: Fairness through diversity of thought. We embrace neurodiversity and solve problems from different angles.

Comprehensive: Our attention to detail leads to high quality service.

Compassionate: We understand our employees are human and provide sophisticated support systems to ensure wellbeing at work.

Collaborative: We work hard with partners to champion neurodiversity and human-centred technology.

About the Role

Were seeking a GIS Team Lead for the ASA Geospatial Program to manage the delivery of data analysis and image processing tasks while nurturing the growth of a team of junior analysts.

Were flexible on this being part-time (3 to 4 days per week).

Reporting to and supported by the GIS Program Manager this role combines hands-on delivery with people leadership and project coordination.

Youll support clients across Australia in industries such as transport utilities energy and urban infrastructure. Youll also help ASA uphold high standards of digital data quality and compliance (Client or Discipline Project-specific standards).

As we are a community organisation it is vital that the role connects with our young team many who are new to these technical roles. The right candidate will invest in building a thriving culture where all viewpoints can be heard. You will be supported by management to work with young neurodiverse adults who are incredible!

Key Accountabilities

Team Leadership

• Mentor and train junior analysts with lived experience of neurodivergence.
• Foster a supportive inclusive and high-performing team culture.
• Provide ongoing technical feedback and professional development.

Technical Project Delivery

• Ability to support drive and lead a project team
• Troubleshoot and diagnose problems with complex spatial datasets and workflows.
• Maintain a key eye for detail ensuring the quality and accuracy of your own work and team meets client expectations.
• Attend client meetings provide updates and communicate technical feedback.

Project Coordination

• Assign work and manage deliverables across multiple project streams.
• Support analysts through blockers RFIs and technical ambiguity.
• Track progress metrics and documentation for stakeholder reporting.

What Were Looking For

Experience

• Minimum of 1-2 years experience working within spatial and geographic information systems (ArcGIS QGIS FME Google Earth Engine or MapInfo etc.)
• Recognised subject matter expert with technical authority within your stream.
• Demonstrated experience of working effectively with stakeholders at all levels driving projects and working for collective success.
• Open to gaining Australian Defence security clearance

Skills

• Strong communication skills to engage stakeholders and a diverse team.
• Excellent attention to detail and Quality Assurance mindset.
• Capable of adapting to multiple project tools and workflows.

Values

• Enthusiasm for mentoring and uplifting others.
• Commitment to inclusion respect and collaboration.
• Passion for doing meaningful work with social purpose.

Why Australian Spatial Analytics

You will be part of an enthusiastic and dedicated team that is diverse and inclusive. We are energetic and love collaborating across teams and our offices in Brisbane and Melbourne. This is a rewarding opportunity for you to join our team and help us make a real difference in the lives of our people.

Some of our Benefits Include

• Competitive salary and non-profit salary packaging (up to $15900 tax-free meal/accommodation benefits).
• Four weeks of annual leave per year pro-rata
• One additional week Wellness Leave per year pro-rata
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Supportive and inclusive team culture
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Australian Spatial Analytics is committed to cultivating a vibrant and welcoming work environment where employees are embraced for their unique qualities and valued for their contributions. We pride ourselves on offering ongoing support and great career opportunities for all our people.

If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience for this role and are excited by joining a mission-driven business we would love to hear from you.

Click apply and submit a cover letter letting us know why you want to work for us.

If you have any further questions or would like to discuss this exciting opportunity further please contact our Geospatial Program Manager Tai Barham viaor

Learn more about our work:

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We know one of our strengths as an organisation lies in our diverse colleagues. Were dedicated toequity diversity and inclusion fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. Were committed to attracting retaining and promoting diverse talent. Reach out accessibility support or adjustments.

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