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Principal GIS Analyst
Qld Herbarium & Biodiversity Science; Coastal Biodiversity & Information; Science; Dutton Park, Brisbane. Alternate locations may be considered
This Principal GIS Analyst is within the Biodiversity Assessment team, based in Dutton Park. The team is responsible for the delivery of key state-wide planning tools and assessments through products such as the Biodiversity Planning Assessments, Aquatic Conservation Assessments and habitat suitability mapping. The results from these products are the foundation for the development and implementation of evidence-based programs, policy and legislation across the state. The position also provides high level spatial support and advice, assisting the team across a range of tasks including database management and development, as well as in fulfilling ad hoc requests for maps, analysis, and spatial statistics.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Sciences |
| Classification | PO4 |
| Workplace Location | Flexible |
| Job ad reference | QLD/680761/26 |
| Closing date | 17-Mar-2026 |
| Job duration | until 05/03/2027 with the possibility of extension |
| Contact person | Lindsey Lenneberg |
| Contact details | Ph: (07) 3330 5908 Access the National Relay Service |
As the Principal GIS Analyst you will:
• Design, develop, implement and manage key aspects of GIS projects with a strong focus on contemporary project management principles.
• Consult with team staff to identify requirements, conduct needs analysis, design, develop, implement, evaluate and maintain a wide variety of decision support tools with strong working experience in contemporary GIS analysis techniques and methodologies including geoprocessing and cartographic standards.
• Foster effective working relationships with key stakeholders regarding team commitments, project plans, project deliverables and emerging issues and provide specialist GIS support with respect to strategic advice and recommendations, reports, dataset management and cartographic products.
• Analyse, design, develop, implement, evaluate and maintain spatial and non- spatial hardware and software systems.
• Prepare presentations, complex reports, briefings, technical reports, and other correspondence whilst adapting the content to meet audience needs.
• Promote a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace that is free from bullying, discrimination and harassment.
Applications will remain current for 12 months.
Further information
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Documents
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680761 26 Role Description (Word, 609KB)
Role Description
