Transformation, Assets & Information
Permanent Full Time
Hervey Bay
Stream A Level 5 - $97,137 plus superannuation
+ 9-day fortnight
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
What We Are Looking For
We're looking for an experienced GIS Officer to join our corporate spatial team. This role is suited to an established professional with strong spatial analysis, cartographic and spatial systems skills who can build effective relationships with colleagues and stakeholders while also working independently to deliver practical GIS solutions across a diverse range of business needs.
What Your Day Will Look Like
Conducting spatial research and analysis
Developing, implementing, and maintaining spatial datasets
Producing high-quality maps, visualisations, and web mapping products
Identifying opportunities to improve spatial systems, automate processes and deliver business solutions
Supporting internal clients on strategic, technical, and procedural issues
Undertaking audits and ensuring relevant documentation is accurate
Please click here to view a full position description.
What You’ll Need For Success
Current and significant experience as a GIS professional, including spatial analysis, cartographic production, technical problem solving and the implementation of GIS solutions.
Advanced GIS software skills and a demonstrated ability to quickly learn and apply new spatial technologies, platforms, and workflows
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to relate to people with varying levels of knowledge
What’s Nice To Have
Experience in local government
Experience producing planning scheme maps
We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively, we welcome your application.
Benefits Of Working With Council
Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.
We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to review our Employee Value Proposition.
What We Offer
Values based culture
Employee discount shopping program
Professional development
Flexible working arrangements including work from home
Study assistance program
Novated leasing
24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
Paid maternity and paternity leave
Paid emergency services leave
Uniform subsidy
Years of service rewards
Apply NowApplications close 11pm on Thursday 1 October 2026 - subject to change pending qualified applications received.A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.
For further details please contact Dan Hall, Asset & Spatial Systems Coordinator, on
[email protected]
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.