Asset Data and GIS Officer

$80,382- $92,796 pa (plus super)

Temporary Full Time (2 Years)

About Us

Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.

Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.

We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.

Are you ready to be a part of an exciting and transformative journey in the heart of one of Australia's most culturally diverse and thriving communities? Greater Dandenong City Council is an innovative and forward-thinking organisation, home to Melbourne's second-largest urban centre and a pivotal hub for manufacturing, retail and commerce in the State, Greater Dandenong boasts exceptional character and a vibrant, multicultural population that contributes to a rich cultural tapestry.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity within our Asset Data and GIS Team for an Asset Data and GIS Officer. This role sits within the Strategic Growth and Advocacy Directorate and involves working across all asset types and supporting the team in capturing, creating, loading, maintaining, monitoring, and reviewing all asset and GIS data in relevant systems. You will ensure that all data remains current and complies with Council's latest policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality of data and databases in the Asset Management System (AMS) and Geographic Information System (GIS).
• Create, load and manage data and spatial data for all of Council's physical assets within the AMS and GIS including ensuring the existing data is reviewed to detect inaccurate, incomplete or incorrect data.
• Support the facilitation of the AMS and GIS to enhance functionality and expand corporate use.
• Undertaking supportive tasks in the creation of councils Data Hub
• Assist the Team Leader Asset Data and GIS and Coordinator Asset Management and Service Delivery to implement policies, standards and work procedures.

About You

We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills and technical knowledge, including GIS, QGIS, spatial data management and FME (or similar product). A proactive, solution-oriented team player with previous experience in asset management and GIS systems is essential.

Benefits of working with us

Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.

Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation.

Our benefits include

• Competitive salary
• Salary sacrifice childcare (where available)
• Flexible working options supported including hybrid work
• Access to learning & development programs including study assistance
• Reward & recognition programs
• Health initiatives
• Access to our support and wellbeing programs
• A vibrant social club

For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us

Council will consider flexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our diverse community and encourage applications from everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staff member.

Council is commitment to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.

To apply

Applicants must adequately meet the requirements of the role and fully address the selection criteria contained in the position description. To view a copy of this position description, please click on the link below.

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You may be required to undertake practical testing, work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacity assessment (physical) or aptitude testing.

The successful candidate will be asked to provide a current Victorian Driver's license and will be asked to consent to a national police check (and where relevant an 'international criminal history check'), subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Applications close: 5pm, Monday 28th April 2025

Further information: Paul Winnell, 8571 1502