Who we are

In Melbourne, water is essential to our way of life.

As caretakers for Melbourne’s water cycle, we care for water, life and land throughout Melbourne: both its people and its biodiversity.

Each time you drink from the tap, flush a toilet, run through a backyard sprinkler, or kayak down the Yarra—we’re there. Primed and ready, quietly delivering some of the world’s cleanest water for over five million residents and wildlife that call Melbourne home —just as we have for over 130 years.

If you value making it count, diving in with curiosity, and doing what’s right, you're in the right place.

About the Role

This twelve month fixed term contract is based from our 990 La Trobe Street, Docklands office. Reporting to the Reporting & Data Lead, this is a pivotal role within the Asset Knowledge & Technology team. As the Data Officer you will be responsible for: 

• Maintenance and update of Water Supply, Sewer, Reclaim, Land Services including Electricity (incl Solar), Telecom, and Gas, and Geotechnical asset data in Esri GIS, and Maximo AMIS.
• Create new & update existing Water Supply sketch plans, review changes issue sketch plans to WS Operators.
• Maintenance of Land Services Data Sets including Electricity (including Solar), Telecom, Gas assets within Melbourne Water.
• Maintenance of associated metadata including RedEye drawing metadata, ensuring its accuracy and completeness
• Resolution of any data integrity errors identified in Water Supply, Sewer, Reclaim, Land Services and Geotechnical asset data.
• Data Administration of P&ID’s across multiple asset types / classifications in conjunction with Melbourne Water’s P&ID and CAD Standards.

For more information please review the Position Description:  Position Description - Data Officer .pdf

About you:

• Sound and demonstrated technical knowledge of GIS, Maximo and CAD (inclusive of P&ID) applications.
• Auditing of “as constructed” information to conform to AM PRO Preparation of Drawing Documents.
• Knowledge and experience in spatial SQL and data translations.
• Intermediate expertise in using FME for data translations and editing within GIS databases.
• Able to test integrations being pushed through Maximo to ESRI in various testing environments and highlighting data inconsistencies or integrations errors.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills to ensure a common understanding is established.
• Able to define asset data issues, identify key issues and provide an insight into possible solutions.
• Tertiary degree in one of the following subject areas: Information Systems or a related discipline
• Ability to pass a Criminal Record Check and AusCheck

Why join us:

At Melbourne Water, we care about water and all life that springs from it.

Our people are fuelled by passion, and with safety at the forefront, we have an unwavering sense of purpose, and are on a mission to protect every Melburnian’s way of life, one drop at a time.

We walk the talk when it comes to flexible working – but that’s not all. Our culture of purpose, safety, results, and learning permeates everything we do. We're dedicated to doing what's right, and this commitment extends to the meaningful work we do in a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages you to make the most of your talents.

Our long-standing commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging means that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people living with disability, mature age and young jobseekers from all cultures can apply with confidence knowing they are safe, affirmed, and celebrated.

If you’re curious, action-orientated, outcomes-focused, and care deeply for public resources, community, and the environment, we'd love to receive an application and learn if you could be a great fit.

How to Apply

To apply for this twelve month fixed term contract please click the 'Apply Now' button below and complete our online application form.

Closing date: Monday 27th January 2025 at 11:55pm AEST