Principal Spatial Administrator

About the Role An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced

Principal Spatial Administrator

to join a forward-thinking local government organisation.

In this pivotal role, you’ll be responsible for the

end-to-end management, maintenance, and optimisation of the organisation’s enterprise Geographic Information System (GIS) . You’ll play a key role in ensuring the ongoing reliability, performance, and integrity of spatial systems while driving innovation and digital improvement across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee and optimise the organisation’s

Enterprise GIS

and spatial data environments.

Manage the

installation, configuration, and maintenance

of GIS platforms, web mapping, mobile mapping, databases, and cloud-based systems.

Monitor

system performance, security, and backups , proactively resolving technical issues.

Maintain the integrity of GIS data through strong governance, metadata management, and spatial data quality frameworks.

Act as the

subject matter expert

for GIS matters, providing technical leadership and guidance.

Deliver

complex spatial analyses, modelling, and data visualisation

to support informed decision‑making.

Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate and efficient spatial services.

Identify opportunities for

continuous improvement

and lead the implementation of new technologies and processes.

About You You’re an experienced GIS professional who thrives on technical problem‑solving and enjoys making a tangible impact through data‑driven solutions. You’ll bring a strong blend of technical expertise, analytical ability, and collaboration skills.

You’ll also have:

Proven experience managing enterprise GIS platforms and spatial data systems.

Advanced proficiency in

ESRI ArcGIS (Pro, Enterprise, Online)

and

FME .

Strong technical skills in

data modelling, scripting, and automation

(Python, Arcade, SQL).

In‑depth understanding of

cartography, spatial analysis, and visualisation techniques .

Excellent time management and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

Qualifications

Degree in Geographic Information Science, Computer Science, Information Management, or a related discipline — or equivalent industry experience.

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary aligned to local government award levels

A collaborative, supportive team environment

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities to drive innovation and continuous improvement within a modern digital environment

Apply Now If you’re ready to take the next step in your GIS career and lead the delivery of innovative spatial solutions within a progressive public sector environment, we’d love to hear from you.

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