Senior Spatial Analyst - Geospatial Operations
South Australian Country Fire Service
Job reference:
712950
Location:
5035 - KESWICK
Job status:
Long Term Contract
Eligibility:
Open to Everyone
Primary Purpose:
The Senior Spatial Analyst - Geospatial Operations:
* Develops, implements and manages Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and data management projects and undertakes complex GIS analysis to support CFS policy, strategy and operations.
* Leads the coordination and development of the CFS spatial Common Operating Picture (COP) and tactical mapping capability.
* Liaises with staff and clients to capture and interpret business requirements, providing specialist advice on geospatial solutions, operational standards and procedures, and develops and supports a range of geospatial products and web-based solutions to meet agency program objectives.
* Significantly contributes to the coordination, facilitation and promotion of the development of information initiatives and the exchange of spatial information and analysis across the Emergency Services Sector and other external stakeholders.
* Identifies, project manages and promotes the development of information initiatives for the use of analysis and delivery of spatial information across the agency during operational and day to day business.
* Assists with the strategic development and delivery of enterprise spatial data architecture, spatial data analysis and technology solutions to support operational and business requirements.
* Contributes to the development and implementation of organisational policies and procedures to provide sound corporate governance to meet legislative requirements and compliance with government policy, with specific focus in the geospatial area.
* Provides technical advice, support and training to GIS system users within the Agency to ensure reliable and efficient support for CFS geospatial systems and operations.
* Implements projects using appropriate planning and evaluation principles and methodology.
* Undertakes an emergency support or incident management role, via a defined 'operational' on-call roster, with the potential to be re-called under emergency situations, to enable the provision of emergency service activities by CFS to the community. Whilst undertaking such operational roles, personnel will be required to work in emergency situations, which may include day, afternoon, night, or extended shifts.
Essential Qualifications:
* Evidence of formal training or a qualification in GIS, geospatial, spatial science or a related field; AND
* Evidence of a minimum 5 years experience in GIS, geospatial or spatial science.
Remuneration:
ASO6
$98,478 - $104,165
Term Contract:
2 Years
Special Conditions:
Engagement will be subject to a satisfactory Emergency Services Sector Criminal History Check. For all special conditions, please refer to the Role Description.
Enquiries:
Nicholas de Rozario
Project Manager – Operational Systems
Ph:
Email:
Application Instructions:
Applicants are required to address the criteria outlined in the Application Guidelines document. Applications must be submitted online.
The South Australian Country Fire Service is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, inclusion and supports a culture of safety and respect. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups to help us build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Applications close:
11/01/2026 11:45 PM
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.