Geospatial Data Specialist

Job Description

Be part of a landmark project transforming Australia’s energy future. Snowy 2.0 is the nation’s largest renewable energy initiative, expanding the iconic Snowy Scheme to deliver reliable power and critical energy storage. As the client-side Owner’s Team, we lead the project’s successful delivery, working closely with delivery partners and stakeholders to ensure Snowy Hydro’s vision of a sustainable, reliable energy future becomes reality.

The Role

Based in Cooma, you’ll take the lead in managing and advancing geospatial data and GIS services, ensuring high-quality outputs that meet critical project and industry standards. Collaborate with the Owner’s Team, Contractors, and Stakeholders to innovate data management processes and GIS technologies. Relocation assistance is provided to help you make the move. This is an exceptional opportunity for someone eager to launch their career in a landmark infrastructure project.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading the development and improvement of the geospatial data framework, ensuring alignment with project objectives and seamless data integration across teams and systems.
• Overseeing the creation, management and maintenance of spatial data models, geodatabases, and data standards to ensure accuracy, integrity, and accessibility for all stakeholders.
• Develop and optimise GIS solutions, including web, mobile, and advanced geospatial analysis tools, to support project needs.
• Collaborate with IT and technical teams to enhance GIS platform and integrate advanced spatial technologies like 3D modeling and spatial analytics.
• Ensure QA/QC processes and data governance practices align with industry standards and project requirements.
• Monitor, audit, and streamline spatial data workflows to improve data quality and visualisation outputs.

What You'll Bring

Your qualifications in spatial information, surveying, or hands-on experience in geospatial data management will set you up for success. You’re a pro with mapping software like ESRI ArcGIS, MapInfo, or QGIS, with a sharp eye for geospatial data processing and map production. Your strong interpersonal skills enable you to collaborate seamlessly across teams and engage confidently with both internal and external stakeholders. You’ll thrive in a dynamic environment where your expertise drives critical project outcomes.