$99,255 – $112,968 per annum + 15.25% Super
The City of Launceston, an award winning Employer of Choice, is currently seeking to fill the following position:
Position Title: GIS Systems Architect
Position Number: POS1594
At the City of Launceston, diversity isn't just something we celebrate — it's key to our success. The most welcoming and innovative workplaces thrive because of diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. That's why we welcome people of all identities, abilities, and cultures to be part of our team. Even if you don't think you tick every box, we encourage you to have a go at telling us about yourself by addressing the selection criteria and apply. We're committed to creating an inclusive, flexible and supportive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to something bigger — our community.
City of Launceston adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people.
We warmly invite applications for a GIS Systems Architect to join our skilled and supportive Strategy & Innovation Team. This is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in how spatial data drives informed decisions and delivers improved outcomes across Council and the community.
About the Role
GIS is an integral function within our organisation, transforming data into actionable insights that enable efficient service delivery, streamlined processes, continuous improvement and strategic planning.
As the GIS Systems Architect, you'll maintain, develop and enhance Council's Geographic Information Systems to ensure the accuracy, accessibility and integrity of spatial data across all operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Development and Implementation of the Spatial Information System Plan to deliver operational and strategic aims.
* Design, develop and administer the GIS server technology, tools and interfaces including web mapping and web services.
* Design, create and maintain GIS databases and support GIS data collection, identification and verification processes.
About You
* Degree or Post Graduate qualifications in GIS, Geomatics, Computing or similar and minimum five years GIS industry experience with demonstrable and established competencies in GIS and spatial data management best practices on an enterprise DBMS.
* Experience with server environments and GIS\IT system administration skills highly regarded. E.g., server configuration and troubleshooting.
* Experience with GIS data exchange - Spatial Extract, Transform and Load (ETL) technologies e.g., FME, ESRI Data Interoperability Extension, GDAL, etc.
* AI and Machine Learning experience is desirable.
How to Apply
If you are interested, for further information and instructions on how to apply please go to the employment page of our website at and download the Employment Information Pack for this position.
To apply, please address your application to People and Culture clearly stating the position number and send to OR complete the online application form available from our website, attaching all requested documentation.
Your application should include a Cover Letter, your current Resume and a statement (maximum two pages) addressing the highlighted Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description section of the Employment Information Pack. You must address the Selection Criteria to be eligible for interview.
If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the People and Culture team via email at, noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.
Applications must be received by 3.00pm, Monday 1 December 2025.
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