GIS Foundation Specialist

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Role Title: GIS Foundation Specialists

Role Description:

    Background: 
TASK DESCRIPTION
The Australian Geospatial-Intelligence Organisation (AGO) is seeking a GIS Foundation Specialist (Level 2 – Practitioner) for an initial 12 month contract to support delivery of assured and trusted Foundation Geospatial data, services, and products across Defence. This role will contribute to the production, maintenance, and quality assurance of geospatial data and cartographic outputs, supporting Defence operational and strategic requirements within a structured and governed Enterprise GIS environment.

The Foundation Geospatial Branch (FGB) is responsible for producing authoritative foundation geospatial data for Defence activities, including standardised datasets and products such as maps, imagery, elevation, and feature data essential for planning and operations. The Level 2 (Practitioner) GIS Foundation Specialist will support geospatial data production, quality assurance, and cartographic outputs, ensuring that Foundation Geospatial data remains accurate and aligned with Defence standards. The role will operate under general direction and contribute to the delivery and sustainment of enterprise geospatial capabilities.

Foundation Geospatial data underpins Defence decision-making through authoritative, standardised datasets and products, including mapping, imagery, elevation, and feature data essential for planning and operations. The successful candidate will bring practical experience in geospatial data production and quality assurance, working under general direction to deliver accurate and reliable outputs that support Foundation Geospatial capabilities. Candidates should hold a relevant vocational or tertiary qualification, or equivalent experience, with professional experience in GIS or a related field, along with the ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate security clearance. 

SKILLS
The position requires a GIS practitioner with foundational technical capability in geospatial data creation, manipulation, and validation, supported by a relevant vocational or tertiary qualification or equivalent experience, and typically some industry experience in GIS or a related field. The role requires proficiency in GIS tools (such as ArcGIS and/or SOCET GXP), an understanding of data schemas and quality assurance practices, and the ability to produce cartographic outputs to specification. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to work under general direction, follow established processes, communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders, and maintain compliance with standards and policies, with Defence or government experience and the ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate security clearance desirable.

This position may involve working with a range of geospatial datasets, imagery, and mapping technologies to support spatial analysis and data production activities. The role requires the ability to interpret and analyse geographic information within GIS environments to produce accurate spatial data, visualisations, and mapping products. The successful candidate will demonstrate proficiency in geospatial tools, strong analytical skills, and attention to detail when undertaking data management and production tasks. This position may require a practitioner with good stereo acuity to support geomatic/photogrammetry workflows and geospatial imaging systems.

Candidates should demonstrate the ability to work under general direction, follow established processes, communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders, and maintain compliance with standards and policies, with Defence or government experience and the ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate security clearance desirable.

•    Demonstrated experience in GIS data production, capture, and quality assurance within structured environments.
•    Relevant vocational or tertiary qualification in geospatial science, GIS, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
•    Proficiency in GIS tools (e.g. ArcGIS/SOCET GXP) for feature extraction (2D and 3D), editing, and data management.
•    Understanding of working with structured or complex data schemas and specifications.
•    Experience in geospatial data quality assurance and validation processes.
•    Ability to produce cartographic and geospatial outputs to defined standards and specifications.
•    Ability to work under general direction, follow established procedures, and deliver outputs to required quality and timelines.
•    Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
•    Awareness of Defence, intelligence, or government environments (desirable).

RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Perform geospatial data production, capture, and maintenance activities in accordance with Defence standards and specifications.
•    Conduct quality assurance and validation of spatial data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
•    Produce cartographic products and geospatial outputs to meet defined requirements.
•    Support the maintenance and management of Foundation Geospatial datasets within enterprise systems.
•    Follow established workflows, processes, and standards for geospatial data production.
•    Assist in resolving data quality issues using standard tools and methodologies.
•    Contribute to documentation, including quality reports and procedural outputs.
•    Support geospatial capability outcomes through accurate and timely data production.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS
•    Understanding of geospatial standards, data governance, and quality assurance practices.
•    Ability to apply established methods to solve routine geospatial data issues.
•    Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality outputs.
•    Ability to support continuous improvement of geospatial workflows within defined processes.
•    Awareness of evolving GIS tools and technologies relevant to Foundation Geospatial capability

Essential Requirements:
1. Demonstrated experience in geospatial data capture, production, editing, and maintenance using GIS tools such as ArcGIS, SOCET GXP, or equivalent. Ability to work with structured data schemas and deliver outputs to defined specifications and standards.
2. Demonstrated experience in geospatial data quality assurance, validation, and data management practices, including an understanding of data standards and the ability to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of geospatial datasets. 
3. Demonstrated ability to produce cartographic products and geospatial outputs that meet operational, technical, and presentation requirements, while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and quality
4. Demonstrated ability to work effectively under general direction, follow established procedures, communicate with stakeholders, and collaborate within a team to deliver outputs within agreed timelines and quality requirements.
5. Relevant vocational or tertiary qualifications in GIS, geospatial science, or a related discipline, together with experience in Defence, intelligence, or government environments and the ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance and DISA.
 

Required Security Clearance Level: TSPV 

Location: BENDIGO, VICTORIA

Weekly Hours: 40