Townsville, Canberra

$94,563 - $106,775 PA

Applications close Thursday 21 August 2025

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (the Reef Authority) is a Commonwealth non-corporate entity, and a statutory agency established by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Act 1975 (Marine Park Act), reporting to the Minister for the Environment and Water. Our objective is the long-term protection, ecologically sustainable use, understanding and enjoyment of the Great Barrier Reef for all Australians and the international community through the care and development of the Marine Park.

Managing a reef roughly the size of Italy demands many skills and talents, so you don't have to be a marine biologist to contribute to our mission. From finance to marketing roles, we have a team almost as diverse as the ecosystem we protect. Our commitment and dedication to the Great Barrier Reef and the Australian public have a long-lasting impact, and we are looking for individuals who can bring their unique skills, experience, and knowledge to our high-performing and inclusive organisation.

The Position

We are seeking an experienced geospatial project manager to lead and manage our Geospatial Services Team and be responsible for maintaining our organisation’s GIS environment. Using your experience in project coordination, business analysis, and stakeholder engagement, you will deliver high-quality geospatial outcomes for internal and external stakeholders, managing a variety of geospatial products and datasets, software applications, and other associated systems. The Geospatial Services Manager will support the organisation through acquisition, management, and accessibility of geospatial platforms and data, enabling business insights and driving data-based decision making.

You will be a team player, working closely and collaboratively with the broader Technology and Digital Services team, technical specialist partner organisations, and a diverse network of stakeholders across the Reef Authority.

What's in it for you

• Lead a high-performing team in a purpose-driven agency
• Work on nationally significant geospatial projects
• Flexible work arrangements and generous leave entitlements
• Collaborate with experts across marine science and tech
• Contribute to the protection of a World Heritage icon

What you'll bring

• Proven experience in GIS project management and delivery
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
• Expertise in stakeholder engagement and technical advice
• Strategic thinking and analytical problem-solving skills
• Tertiary qualifications in GIS, IT Project Management or equivalent

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and bring your geospatial expertise to one of the world’s most iconic natural wonders.