A region the size of Tasmania, just 2.5 hours west of Brisbane and an easy drive from the Sunshine and Gold Coasts, the Western Downs has a growing population of over 34,000 people.
The region’s diverse economy, vibrant active communities and the extensive infrastructure and multi-billion dollar energy investments are ensuring that the Western Downs continues to go from strength-to-strength.
Western Downs Regional Council is one of only a handful of Council’s in the state of Queensland to be debt-free.
Council is very proud of this immense achievement which it had been working towards since 2015, proving itself to be one of the most financially prudent Councils in Queensland.
About the Role
Based inDalby, you will be responsible for delivering spatial data and services for both strategic and operational uses. You will be responsible for delivering spatial platforms suitable for Council's needs.
Reporting to the Asset & GIS Coordinator, you will:
Maintain Council's corporate mapping system, including vendor management
Provide high quality and timely spatial data products and services responding to Council Business requirements
Deliver multiple analytics projects, with a high degree of accuracy
Provide operational support and training for users in the utilisation of relevant aspects of GIS software packages
Maintaining and upgrading Council’s digital cadastral database
About you
The successful applicant will have experience in;
MapInfo Pro software
Preparing maps to a high standard with limited supervision
The Spectrum Spatial Analyst Management console
Writing MapBasic or Python routines
Writing MapBasic routines
Using AutoCAD software
What we offer:
Access to Corporate Health Plan
Health & Wellbeing program
Locality allowance
Job security in a local government position
If you enjoy working both autonomously as well as collaboratively with employees, this role is for you. TOGETHER WE MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE
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Applications close at 5.00pm AEST on Thursday 26 September 2019.
Additional Information
The recruitment process may include candidates completing a pre-employment health declaration and you may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.
Applicants for this position agree to WDRC conducting an independent employment check with your current (or most recent) employer prior to your formal appointment to the advertised position.
Western Downs Regional Council reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date without prior notice.
The application form will include these questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
