Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies. 

• Join our Senior GIS Analyst Talent Pool for future opportunities at DPHI
• Parramatta office location (3 days office) with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $110,266 to $122,058 + super

At the heart of the New South Wales (NSW) planning system, the Planning Group takes centre stage. Driven by the NSW Government’s unwavering commitment to tackle the critical housing issue, we provide essential support and strategic guidance. The Planning Land Use Strategy, Housing and Infrastructure (PLUSHI) team are the driving force behind the Department's strategic planning, policy, rezoning, and infrastructure projects, all aimed at making New South Wales a better place to live.

The role

A Senior GIS Analyst in our team provides specialist expertise, advice and services to ensure that relevant spatial data are sourced, appropriately managed, accessible by planners and manipulated to provide supporting analytical reports and mapping outputs. The role actively contributes to a high-performance team environment, provides excellent customer service and enables continual service improvement practices.

About you 

• Provide specialist expertise for integration and high-end manipulation and analysis of spatial data using GIS software.
• Produce high quality maps and reports and actively contribute to the development and delivery of mapping and spatial projects in accordance with corporate technical standards
• Identify opportunities for technological development in the Department’s GIS and web mapping environments and mentor Department staff in the use of GIS software.
• Build and maintain relationships with representatives of key agencies, including local government, community groups and other stakeholders to enhance knowledge of externally sourced data holdings and collection programs and information product developments, and to facilitate the collection of data.
• Implement corporate data policies, standards and data management procedures to ensure that best practice is used, including developing and maintaining spatial database/s and GIS software and hardware to ensure their efficient and effective operation

 Essential Requirements

• Degree qualification or higher in one or more of the following areas: GIS, Spatial data integration, data analysis and mapping using ArcGIS or equivalent experience with a specialisation in one of these areas.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior GIS Analyst

What’s in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities. 

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close 11.55pm on Sunday 27 July 2025.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Gabriele Caccamo via gabriele.caccamo@dpie.nsw.gov.au.

A place on our talent pool recruitment pool for opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.