Senior GIS Officer
Relocation assistance available | Flexible working arrangements | Fortnightly RDO |Professional development opportunities
Situated on the beautiful Mid North Coast of NSW, midway between Sydney and Brisbane and just minutes from Coffs Harbour, the Nambucca Valley offers an enviable lifestyle with uncrowded beaches, pristine waterways, national parks and a welcoming community. Enjoy the benefits of a coastal lifestyle while working on meaningful projects that make a real impact.
About the role
Join a Council that is investing in the future of spatial data, asset intelligence, asset management and digital transformation.
Nambucca Valley Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior GIS Officer to help drive and enhance our geospatial capability across the organisation.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the management, integration and development of Council's enterprise spatial data environment, supporting infrastructure planning, asset management, operational decision-making and community outcomes.
Working within the Assets Team, you will have the opportunity to work across a broad range of infrastructure, property, environmental and corporate datasets, supporting projects that deliver lasting benefits for the community.
You will provide specialist GIS expertise, develop innovative spatial solutions, and contribute to strategic initiatives that improve the way Council captures, manages and uses information while helping shape the future direction of GIS services across the organisation.
If you are looking for a role that combines technical challenge, strategic influence and an outstanding coastal lifestyle, we would love to hear from you.
Key responsibilities include:
- Develop, maintain and manage Council's GIS databases, ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with relevant standards
- Ensure the integration of spatial and aspatial databases including property, cadastral, assets and other databases as required
- Ensure the ongoing implementation and development of the GIS application software
- Provide expert GIS support for various projects, including spatial analysis, data modelling, and map production.
- Create and present geospatial reports and presentations to support decision-making processes.
What you need
- Tertiary qualifications in spatial sciences
- Extensive experience in a GIS-related role, with proficiency in GIS application software
- Knowledge of fundamental asset management concepts
- Experience in property system application software
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability with Microsoft SQL
What we offer
- Salary range of $83,985 to $97,261 per annum plus superannuation, dependent on skills and experience
- Relocation assistance
- Paid rostered day off (RDO) every fortnight
- Flexible working arrangements
- Salary packaging options
- Generous leave provisions
- Opportunities for professional development
- A collaborative and inclusive work environment
- The chance to work on innovative and impactful projects
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family
- Corporate wardrobe subsidy
- Discounted fitness and pool membership
Want to know more?
For more information about this opportunity, you can contact Mario Robles, Acting Manager Assets on 0461 599 027 or email [email protected].
How to apply
To apply for this job go to: https://nambucca.recruitmenthu... & enter ref code: 6899972.
Applications close 17 June 2026
Nambucca Valley Council is committed to the principles of employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages and backgrounds. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact the HR team on 02 6568 2555.
Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.
