Bayside Council

Geospatial Systems Lead

Geospatial Systems Lead

• Lead a team transforming spatial technology at Bayside Council
• Drive innovative and impactful spatial projects
• Permanent Full Time Position, 9-day fortnight

At Bayside Council, we are committed to a positive, flexible and supportive workplace culture, where our people and customers feel respected and valued. We are proud to serve our community through operating with transparency, integrity and in the best interests of the Bayside community to deliver exceptional service.

The City Performance directorate underpins the delivery of service excellence by providing expertise in financial services, governance and business technology.

About the role

We are seeking a visionary Geospatial Systems Lead to shape the future of spatial systems across our dynamic Council. Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer, you will lead a skilled team of three spatial specialists, overseeing strategic projects and the daily operational excellence of spatial services.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a collaborative team of spatial specialists.
• Drive the transformation and advancement of spatial technologies, mapping platforms, and property information systems.
• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to deliver tailored and innovative spatial solutions.
• Oversee impactful projects from inception through successful implementation.
• Ensure continuous improvement and integration of spatial solutions across Council services.

About you

You are a dynamic spatial technology leader, passionate about innovation and adept at driving meaningful change.

• Tertiary qualifications or certification in GIS or related spatial fields.
• Proven experience leading teams, managing projects, and delivering outcomes in spatial technologies.
• Expertise with cloud-based mapping platforms, spatial data analysis, and GIS development.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, capable of translating technical insights to non-technical audiences.
• Commitment to innovation, accuracy, and continual learning in spatial technologies.
• Current Drivers Licence Class C.

Our benefits and culture

As an organisation, we pride ourselves in offering a flexible working environment centred on delivering great outcomes for our customers, whether internal or external. Bayside Council has a strong culture of collaboration and delivering exciting new initiatives for our community.

• A Flexi Day Off every fortnight
• 3 extra days off between Christmas and New Year
• 15 days sick leave each year
• 2 days health and wellbeing leave each year
• Gym membership discounts
• Additional parental leave entitlements for both parents

Apply now

Before submitting your application, please take the time to read the Position Description by clicking the paper clip button located in the top right section of this page. Please use Google Chrome or MS Edge when applying for the role. If you experience any issues opening the link, please contact us at support.erecruit@bayside.nsw.gov.au

Deadline: Monday 16 Jun, 2025

Applicants may be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children check in accordance with the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment.