GIS Officer

About AARNet

Australia’s Academic and Research Network (AARNet), founded in 1989, has played a pivotal role in shaping Australia’s digital landscape as the pioneers of the country’s Internet. Our mission extends beyond mere connectivity; we are the architects, builders, and operators of a world-class network infrastructure that fuels critical research and learning. At AARNet, innovation thrives within a vibrant community.

Connecting a Million Minds: Our extensive reach interconnects over one million users—from researchers and faculty to staff and students—across institutions throughout Australia. Whether it’s high-energy physics, climate science, genomics, radio astronomy, or the arts, we serve as the backbone supporting education and research across diverse disciplines.

National and International Collaboration: Nationally, AARNet links Australian universities, the CSIRO, and other organizations with a research and education mission. But our impact extends beyond borders. Internationally, we bridge the Australian Research and Education (R & E) community to the world, continuously developing capabilities and forging partnerships for seamless data access and transfer.

Supporting Innovation: While our core mission revolves around network infrastructure, we also offer a suite of supporting applications enabling collaborative research and education.

Our Culture: At AARNet, we’re a dynamic team of innovators, doers, and courageous thinkers. We don’t settle for the status quo; instead, we anticipate the future needs of our customers and build solutions today. If you share our imagination, foresight, and drive to shape the future, consider joining us on this exciting journey.

The Role

As the Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Officer you will you will be a member of a team that provides spatial analytical support to manage AARNet’s fibre optic network. In this role you will assist in mapping critical infrastructure which supports the education and research sector around Australia. Working within a small team of experts, there will be plenty of opportunities to develop your skills and innovate to expand the range of products the team offers. This role would suit an experienced professional, that is passionate about GIS and can be creative in their approach.

Responsibilities

Working within the GIS team to:

• Capture and validate as-constructed Infrasturature asset data (both Spatial & Aspatial) to meet maintenance, strategic planning and reporting requirements.
• Capture and validate existing infrastructure asset data (both Spatial & Aspatial), as required to meet maintenance and strategic planning needs.
• Providing professional technical support to internal and external stakeholders
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to determine information requirements
• Work collaboratively on projects when required
• Produce maps to scale for locations across Australia utilising ArcGIS, AutoCAD and Open Spatial software.
• Undertake improvement activities associated with infrastructure data capture, data maintenance and verification of infrastructure related information
• Support the team to meet critical reporting requirements
• Utilising core AARNet technology to support the project tasks including (but not limited to) Word, Excel, Visio, Jira, Confluence, Zoom
• Proactively identifying areas for improvement across systems and processes

 Expertise, experience & qualifications

Tertiary (Diploma or Bachelor) qualification in spatial information, planning or other relevant field or significant experience working in a similar spatial systems role

Important skills

• Knowledge of GIS technology and how it can be applied for the management of asset data (Preferably including ArcGIS and/or AutoCAD)
• The ability to learn and develop new skills and techniques specific to GIS and the mapping functions
• The ability to think logically and creatively and excellent interpersonal skills in relation to stakeholder engagement and team collaboration
• Investigative, analytical and research skills used to record, manipulate and present infrastructure and project data
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications

Why Work at AARNet?

At AARNet, we’re passionate about advancing global education and critical research. Our Australia-wide network, with global reach, supports some of the most demanding network-based applications. If you’re looking for a purpose-driven workplace where you can make a difference, consider joining our team.

Make an impact: By working with us, you’ll directly contribute to critical research in fields like astronomy, physics, earth observation, environment, health, and medicine. Our mission matters, and we’re committed to providing equal opportunities for all.

Competitive Benefits and Conditions:

·      Superannuation: Enjoy a 17% superannuation contribution.

·      Parental/Adoption Leave: We offer 24 weeks of paid parental leave and superannuation top-up.

·      Secondary Carer Leave: 16 weeks of paid parental leave for secondary caregivers.

·      Wellness Leave: 2 days per month paid Women’s wellness leave.

·      Family & Domestic Violence Leave: 20 days of paid leave.

·      Other Supportive Leaves: Paid leave for various life events such as weddings, deaths, trauma, and disasters.

·      Purchased Leave: Options to purchase additional Annual Leave.

·      Flexible Work Options: We support work-life balance.

·      Equal Opportunity Focus: We value diversity and inclusion.

·      Social Responsibility and Ethics: We lead by example.

·      Cutting-Edge Technologies: Access to work with the latest industry technology.