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Project Officer (Spatial)
Prevention and Preparedness; Invasive Plants and Animals; Biosecurity Queensland; Cairns
Bring legacy to life. For the future of Queensland and the world.
As a Project Officer (Spatial) you’ll build a rewarding career and find impact you can see everyday. You will build trusted relationships with Stakeholders and collaborate with them to enhance and protect Queensland from this highly invasive pest.
Just imagine what you could achieve with us. #DPIcareers
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Project Management |
| Classification | AO4 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/692962/26 |
| Closing date | 14-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | until 30 June 2029 |
| Contact person | Susan Walker |
| Contact details | Phone: 0459 287 407 Access the National Relay Service |
Biosecurity Queensland (BQ) plays a leadership role in the biosecurity system in collaboration with its stakeholders. BQ leads the Queensland Government's efforts to protect our way of life, environment, biodiversity, human and animal health, industries and economy from plant and animal pest and disease threats. Through supporting the collective efforts of our stakeholders and all Queenslanders, BQ will continue to protect our state and Australia from emerging plant and animal pests and diseases and effectively manage existing ones.
Invasive Plants and Animals (IPA) significantly affect the environment, agricultural production, infrastructure, human health and our way of life in general. The IPA program directs, facilitates and delivers strategic and targeted action to reduce the impact of invasive species in Queensland.
As a Project Officer (Spatial), you will:
- Undertake the installation, maintenance of, and technical support for Geographical Information Systems (GIS) desktop and online applications, including geoprocessing, cartographic mapping and creation of routine and customised maps using the Program's standard templates incorporating industry standards.
- Provide GIS support and maps for various Program areas, including operations, compliance, data analytics, science, and management, provide supervision for spatial project support positions and provide technical advice and support to ArcGIS users.
- Oversee and coordinate field Global Positioning System (GPS) data upload and associated data management and ensure all work outputs are of a high quality and meet appropriate quality assurance standards.
There are some qualifications that we see as essential. Ideally, you must possess:
- Two years of experience in GIS and management of spatial information using ESRI ArcGIS Pro and working with GPS data.
- A current “C” class drivers' licence.
You may also have tertiary qualifications in GIS or a related discipline with an interest in spatial technologies and experience in spatial modelling.
Why work for us
Learn why our people choose DPI and more importantly why they stay.
- Work with passion and purpose
- Have a tangible impact, for today and tomorrow
- Enjoy interesting, diverse work
- Follow your path wherever it leads
- Get the flexibility and support you need to thrive
- Be part of our one, diverse DPI
https://www.dpi.qld.gov.au/about/who/people
Find purpose you feel, impact you see and a legacy you bring to life.
Join us and help preserve and protect Queensland's biosecurity.
Visit www.dpi.qld.gov.au to learn more about us and what we do.
It is a requirement for all Biosecurity Queensland positions to have a criminal history check completed for new DPI employees and current DPI employees if the role is longer than 3 months.
Applications to remain current for 12 months
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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