$123K Base | Full-time flexible | Access to Overtime | Relocation Assistance Engage with stakeholders to drive forward-looking GIS initiatives that enhance community impact. Excellent opportunity for professional growth & access to Leadership programmes Location: IPSWICH, QLD
Are you experienced in managing and implementing enterprise GIS platforms ? Ipswich City Council is seeking a Senior GIS Specialist with a strong focus on Esri ArcGIS Enterprise to lead and enhance its spatial systems and GIS capabilities.
About Council:
Ipswich City Council is situated 40 kms northeast of neighbouring Brisbane and is the fastest growing area and the state's oldest provincial town. It serves a diverse community, rich in heritage, with a focus on enhancing liveability and creation of opportunities for residents. Council teams engage across various sectors, delivering a wide spectrum of services aimed at enriching the lives of the community.
The Role:
Do you have extensive experience in managing and implementing enterprise GIS platforms ? Ipswich City Council is seeking a Senior GIS Specialist with a strong focus on Esri ArcGIS Enterprise to lead and enhance its spatial systems and GIS capabilities. Reporting to the Team Leader (Spatial and Asset Information), this position is integral to ensuring the effective migration, utilisation and continuous improvement of Council's enterprise GIS systems. Your expertise in all aspects of ArcGIS Enterprise will directly contribute to transforming how spatial data drives impactful decision-making across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
Implementation, management and optimisation of Esri ArcGIS Enterprise , including system architecture, permissions and integrations. Develop and coordinate governance frameworks, processes and procedures for enterprise GIS systems to ensure efficient and effective operations. Oversee the migration of legacy GIS systems to ArcGIS Enterprise, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption. Provide expert advice on the architecture, management and maintenance of spatial systems and databases, ensuring seamless integration with ICT systems. Promote and support the use of GIS technologies, including mobile GIS solutions, across the organisation. Conduct and oversee periodic data quality reviews to maintain compliance and data integrity. Lead spatial analysis initiatives and projects to provide insights that enhance decision-making across business units. Stay ahead of GIS industry trends and recommend initiatives that align with organisational goals. Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate the smooth flow of spatial information and achieve GIS objectives. About You:
We're looking for a GIS professional with:
Extensive experience in implementing, managing and utilising Esri ArcGIS Enterprise , including system migrations, setup and administration. Proficiency in SQL server management and advanced skills in SQL and FME for data management and integration. Strong knowledge of spatial data management and the ability to develop frameworks, standards and processes that ensure consistency across an organisation. Proven experience in leading spatial analysis projects and implementing change management strategies. Excellent communication skills to effectively manage relationships at all organisational levels. Relevant tertiary qualifications in spatial science, IT, or a related field, or equivalent demonstrated expertise. Why This Role?
Council is heavily invested in providing professional development and there is access to longstanding Leadership and Inspiring Leadership programmes to further develop skills in this area.
A supportive culture that offers flexible work life balance, employee health and well-being programs in addition to a variety of salary packaging options that includes: financial advice, income protection insurances, professional memberships, novated leases and more.
How to Apply:
Before you apply for this position, please read the information above carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the role. You will be required to answer a few questions that relate to the criteria on the online application. Please note that you cannot submit your application without attaching your resume. A cover letter is not mandatory but may be added if so desired.
PLEASE NOTE: The application process must be completed in one sitting; you cannot save and continue later.
For a confidential conversation, please call Celine Burns-Hind, Principal Consultant, Peak Services on:
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