Wanted: Strategically minded geospatial professional who excels at building relationships!

· This is a Permanent Full-Time position.

About the team/business unit

Location Services provides trusted location data and spatial services to support the management and development of Western Australia to benefit the community. The Data Collaboration branch enables the sharing of location information across government, industry and various stakeholder groups. The branch leads a range of programs, committees and platforms (such as SLIP and Data WA) which underpin how WA's location information is shared, accessed, and used by government, industry and the wider community.

About the role

You will lead the development of location information strategy and governance to align the WA public sector with the national geospatial ecosystem, via ANZLIC and ICSM. As an experienced geospatial leader, you will set strategic direction and deliver outcomes through leading and coaching an indirect technical team. You will also play a key role in shaping the direction of the State’s Open Data Policy.

You will also align the maintenance program for SLIP with Spatial WA, which is planned to replace SLIP.

The Spatial WA program is designed to deliver a whole of government Advanced Spatial Digital Twin for the State. It will enable agencies to access, share and use spatial and non-spatial data with advanced capabilities for visualisation, analytics, predictive modelling, and digital workflows, to improve collaboration and decision making across government.

Please refer to the attached Job Description Form for full position details and role requirements.

If you would like further information please contact Peter Birkett, Director Data Collaboration, at [email protected] to arrange a confidential discussion. Please don’t send your application here.

About Landgate

Landgate is Western Australia’s land information authority. Through efficient and contemporary land information services, Landgate contributes to WA’s economic security and prosperity. We support our customers through our trusted data and services, which underpin WA land titles, property information and valuations, maps and location-based information. Landgate fosters a culture of inclusion, appreciating unique perspectives and opportunities that a diverse workforce generates. Our shared values help to define the culture of our organisation and highlight what is important to us. We offer a purpose-driven, collaborative, and flexible work environment, with opportunities to advance in your career.

We are committed to increasing First Nations representation across Landgate and creating and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workplace in line with our Reconciliation Action Plan. For Landgate to achieve this, we have applied Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 to this recruitment process. This vacancy is open to all interested applicants however First Nations peoples are encouraged to apply and if deemed suitable, will be prioritised for appointment. What does this mean? See our FAQ for more information. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64 for additional resources to support your application.

Landgate is a safe and inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and firmly believes the best results come when varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We encourage people from all diversities to apply and are committed to increasing representation of First Nations people, youth, people with disability, people from the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Landgate has achieved White Ribbon Workplace Accreditation.

For more information on our agency, our values and employee benefits, visit our website.

Role Requirements

To be successful in this role, please demonstrate:

Considerable experience in leading data management and governance practice including knowledge of security and privacy risks relating to maintaining data and technology platforms.

Awareness of emerging technologies and trends related for how data will be collected, stored and shared into the future.

Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with a track record of influencing and aligning diverse groups toward shared goals.

Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, accessible language for non-technical audiences.

Ability to set strategic direction and deliver outcomes through leading and coaching others.

Desirable

A tertiary qualification in spatial sciences or a relevant discipline

Experience in leading or managing technology projects

Applying for the role

If you don’t want to miss out on this great opportunity, apply now by demonstrating the key criteria outlined above by:

A covering letter of no more than two pages outlining your interest in the role and capability in the context of the role. (As outlined under ‘Role Requirements’).

Submitting a Comprehensive CV outlining your experience and key achievements relative to the position.

Please use this as an opportunity to tell us about some situations you have experienced that demonstrate these key criteria and the values we are seeking.

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Important Information You Need to Know!

Vacancies may be offered on a permanent or fixed term basis. If a similar vacancy in a similar location becomes available in this time, applicants deemed suitable may be considered.

The recommended applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment screening process prior to appointment. This includes provision of a current National Police Certificate that is less than twelve months old, declaration of any previous discipline or misconduct findings or allegations, and the verification of claims made throughout the recruitment process. It is the responsibility of the applicant to incur all costs associated with obtaining a National Police Certificate.

If you have any needs that require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and assessment process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact [email protected].