GIS Officer

• Enjoy your days at work - and your days off, with extra public holidays and RDOs
• Belong, learn and grow with a team that has your back
• Contribute to a sustainable Lower Hunter for future generations

We are seeking a GIS Officer to join our Operational Information Team within the Information, Controls and Energy Group.

Our Company

At Hunter Water our Values define who we are as an organisation and how we behave. We strive to live these Values and it is shown in the work we do and the way in which we interact with each other. Please click here to learn more about Hunter Water's Values.

At Hunter Water we fundamentally believe in and commit to diversity and inclusion. We value an individual's unique capabilities, backgrounds, experiences and characteristics. We rely on these diverse perspectives to drive innovation and collaboration, to deliver the best outcome for our customers and communities.

It is this diversity of perspectives that will enable Hunter Water to meet the challenges of the future. We strive to create an inclusive environment where there is genuine equality of opportunity regardless of people's gender, age, cultural background, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and/or family status. We encourage you to apply and welcome all applications.

We are embarking on a new strategic direction to build a more innovative, collaborative and resilient organisation that is a thought leader in developing a sustainable water and wastewater future. Please click here to learn more about Hunter Water's Corporate Strategy.

At Hunter Water we offer a range of employee benefits. For this position, these will include, but are not limited to:

Excellent flexible working and additional leave benefits including:

• Additional Public Holidays & RDOs
• 5 days additional paid Carers Leave per annum
• Paid Community Service Leave
• 14 weeks paid Parental Leave for both parents
• Access to hybrid work and other flexible options

Health & Wellbeing benefits including:

• Fitness passport
• Access to discounted health fund and health services
• Access to the Employee Assistance program

Remuneration & Hours:

• 35 hour working week
• Reward and Recognition Program
• Base salary of up to $97,351 plus 11.5% Superannuation (any offer made will be commensurate with the skills and experience of the successful candidate)

The Opportunity

As the GIS Officer you will be responsible for maintaining the data within HWC's Geographical Information System (GIS). Key functions of the position are to ensure information is captured from field and project work to assist with the ongoing maintenance of network and non-network assets.

What you'll do:

• Daily maintenance of the GIS Database including adding, removing and modifying Utility Network Model and non-network data.
• Interpret digital drawings and information sent to HWC and update the GIS database with land and linear asset data.
• Liaise with internal staff and contractors regarding the work as constructed (WAC) drawings and field records provided and correct any anomalies as they arise.
• Ensure the accuracy of the GIS by updating it with data collected from field surveys as well as archival records, including electronic and hard copy drawings and related files
• Offer support to users as required with GIS data, engineering drawings, maps, plan interpretation, and other related documents
• Provide plan generation services to internal/external customers as requested.
• Provide GIS Data to external clients in a suitable format.

What you'll need to be successful:

Essential Criteria:

• Relevant tertiary/TAFE qualifications (i.e. GIS, Engineering or related Trade) and a minimum of 3 years' experience working in GIS roles OR if no
  tertiary qualifications are held be able to demonstrate extensive GIS related experience
• Demonstrated experience in the capture of GIS data
• Have a sound knowledge of appropriate GIS editing software
• Sound written and verbal communication skills

Desirable Criteria:

• ArcGIS experience and knowledge
• GIS data capture within a utility-based organisation
• Proven experience with interpreting engineering (Civil) drawings
• Knowledge of ERP systems like Ellipse, drawing systems such as Lunr EDMS, and the integration of these systems with the GIS
• Experience in creating Cadastral Plans
• A level of experience delivering training and support to end users of GIS solutions
• Experience with AutoCad and AutoDesk products
• An understanding of and/or experience with land parcel and property boundary information

Application Steps:

To be considered for this position applicants must submit a cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria above and provide a current resume.

Please click to view the Position Description .

Application closing date: 28 April 2025

Contact: Stephy Davis Phone: 0438 124 169

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We are proud to be an Inclusive Employer committed to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity. People with disability, women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are encouraged to apply. Applicants can request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process by getting in contact with the recruiter.

Employment with Hunter Water Corporation may be subject to pre-employment checks including but not limited to criminal background checks, functional assessment, drug and alcohol testing and psychometric assessment for preferred external applicants.