At a Glance
- Tasks: Support high-quality GIS and mapping services for planning and authorisations.
- Company: Victorian Department of Energy and Climate Action, committed to inclusivity.
- Benefits: Flexible hybrid work arrangements and a supportive workplace culture.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in forest and fire management with innovative spatial solutions.
- Qualifications: Experience in GIS and strong digital literacy required.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 $ per year.
Are you a self-motivated and responsible individual with excellent interpersonal skills? Do you possess complex analytical thinking, and have experience in implementing spatial solutions? If so, this may be the role for you.
As the GIS Officer, you will support delivery of high-quality GIS and mapping services for the Planning and Authorizations Group. You will play a role in maintaining the quality, accuracy and currency of each spatial data set and work collaboratively with business units within Bushfire Forest Services to deliver the spatial needs of their program areas.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Contributing to high quality GIS services to meet business and operational objectives and priorities
- Providing GIS services and developing field data collection applications to support forest and fire management planning services
- Undertaking the creation and distribution of GIS products and mapping requests to stakeholders
- Working with regional teams to ensure the consistent, integrated and efficient delivery of GIS and forest system services across BFS
- Assisting in the development of procedures and systems that support data management to ensure consistent spatial data and metadata information
Qualification and/or experience with GIS and digital and technological literacy is required. This is a fixed term until 31 December 2027. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience. Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements. Applications close 11.59pm on Wednesday, 26 August 2026.
Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace. DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace. If you need support to participate, please contact ***************@deeca.vic.gov.au.
We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing. For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.
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The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) is an exceptional employer that offers meaningful work in supporting Victoria's emergency management capabilities. With a strong focus on safety, integrity, and continuous improvement, DEECA fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, providing opportunities for professional development and leadership growth. Located in Altona North, the hybrid working arrangements allow for flexibility while engaging with diverse stakeholders across the state, making it a rewarding place to contribute to community resilience.
