Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW? 
|Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.  

Make a real impact on sustainable water management. 

• Permanent Full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity. 
• Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported 
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $113,574 to $125,720 pa plus superannuation 

We’re seeking a talented Spatial Analytics Specialist to deliver advanced geospatial intelligence that drives strategic water compliance and regulatory decision‑making across NSW. 

Spatial Analytics at the Natural Resource Access Regulator (NRAR): Team Overview  

At NRAR, spatial analysts play a vital role in supporting the regulation of water use across New South Wales. The team works across two complementary and overlapping focus areas - Operations and Analytics - with flexibility for collaboration, skill-sharing, and shared responsibilities as needed.  

In this role, you’ll work with advanced GIS, remote sensing and earth‑observation technologies to bring clarity to complex challenges. You’ll integrate and analyse diverse datasets, model spatial risk, and uncover patterns in water use — all to help identify potential non‑compliance and support targeted field operations.  

Your expertise will contribute directly to safeguarding water for communities, industry and the environment. 

You’ll also play a key part in maintaining high‑quality spatial data systems, shaping best‑practice standards, and providing expert guidance across GIS, data management, and mapping.  

Collaboration is central to this role: you’ll support internal teams, engage with external stakeholders, and help ensure spatial products meet real operational needs.  

Should you require further information about the role please contact Martin Stuart, Senior Spatial Analyst, via martin.stuart@nrar.nsw.gov.au   

About You 

You thrive in fast‑paced environments where rapid learning and working with new, leading‑edge geospatial and natural resource technologies is part of everyday life.  

You’re a strong collaborator who enjoys working with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to develop and maintain spatial data systems and products that are truly fit‑for‑purpose.  

With excellent organisational skills, you balance high‑volume operational demands with longer‑term project goals, maintaining focus, quality and attention to detail even when priorities shift. 

Essential Requirements 

• Relevant degree level tertiary qualification in Spatial Sciences, GIS, remote sensing, Science, Natural Resources or related discipline or equivalent experience. 

• Extensive experience in in GIS and spatial data management, spatial analysis and modelling techniques, system development and user support. 

• Experience in the automation of processes, through scripting or batch job creation as well as the visualisation and presentation of spatial information (i.e. cartography and web mapping applications) including understanding of map projections and reference systems. 

For more information read the full Role Description: Spatial Analyst

Applications close Sunday 29th March 2026 at 11:55PM. 

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months. 

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.  

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?  

• Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace. 

• How we encourage and support people with disability  

• Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace. 

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Amanda Paterson, Talent Acquisition Specialist on 02 6360 9017 (please mention reference number 548175).  

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn.