Project GIS Lead

ElectraNet is seeking a Project GIS Lead for a 12-month full-time contract in South Australia. The role involves leading geospatial management systems and enhancing project GIS capabilities to support renewable energy projects. Candidates should have extensive GIS experience, knowledge of spatial databases, and strong communication skills. ElectraNet offers flexible and remote working arrangements, competitive remuneration, and various employee benefits.
About ElectraNet

ElectraNet builds, owns, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network which delivers the energy South Australians rely on to power our homes, businesses and communities. Our employees describe our culture as one that is supportive, inclusive, and community-oriented, where we genuinely want each other to succeed.

Employee Benefits

ElectraNet is committed to empowering our people and recognising their contribution with a competitive remuneration package + superannuation, based on experience. In addition, we are proud to offer:
• Performance bonus eligibility of up to 15%
• Flexible and remote working arrangements including regular work from home
• 15 days personal/carers leave per year
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer or 4 weeks as the secondary carer
• Additional paid volunteering and office closure leave
• Flexibility to utilise public holiday leave entitlements for other cultural celebrations

Visit our careers page to read more about our employee benefits.

The Opportunity

Join us as a Project GIS Lead on a 12-month contract, full-time and play a pivotal role driving South Australia's renewable energy transition through a number of new projects. You'll lead complex spatial tasks, manage data, and enhance project GIS capabilities, ensuring resilient performance. This is a chance to shape the future of our network through innovative spatial solutions. In this role you’ll:
• Lead the development and delivery of project geospatial management systems.
• Manage project spatial databases, datasets, web maps, and applications.
• Provide expert technical advice on spatial data, analysis, and solutions.
• Coordinate spatial data management, governance, and data sourcing for the project.
• Train, mentor, and support project staff in spatial systems and applications.

About You

The successful candidate will be a highly skilled GIS professional with a passion for spatial technology and data management. You will also possess:
• Extensive experience in GIS, specifically demonstrating work on construction projects.
• Knowledge of ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, and/or other spatial database management.
• Ability to provide GIS subject matter expertise, manage projects, and drive continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships.
• Strong analytical, investigation, and problem-solving skills.
• Tertiary qualifications in GIS, Geomatics, or a related discipline.

At ElectraNet, we recognise that your potential extends beyond our qualifications. We believe that transferable skills, attitude, and value alignment are equally important for success in our company. That’s why we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every job criterion. Your lived experience and skills could be the key to unlocking your potential with us.

We’re looking for individuals who:
• Bring unique perspectives and fresh ideas to the table.
• Are adaptable and eager to learn new things.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.

How To Apply

Please apply online via our careers page before 31 March 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews and appointments may occur prior to the closing date. Applicants can also register for job alerts via our careers page.

Successful applicant will be required to undergo background checks. These checks may include global criminal history checks, reference checks, and validation of qualifications, employment history, Australian work rights, and any additional checks depending on the role.