Spatial Analyst

Salary: $86,720 - $109,563 per annum + superannuation

Division/Section: Business Services / Digital Information & Technology

Position Type: Fixed-Term Full-Time (9 day fortnight, 36.25 hours/week)

Salary Range: LGO4-6 ($86,720 - $109,563 per annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experience.

Location: Townsville

Application Close: 11:45pm, Thursday 17 September 2026.

About the Role:

As a Spatial Analyst, you will work within Council's Digital and Information Technology team to deliver spatial analysis, mapping, modelling and visualisation solutions that help informed decision-making and improve service delivery across the organisation.

You will collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders to develop and enhance spatial products and services, maintain high-quality spatial data, and support the adoption of emerging technologies and best practices. This banded position offers opportunities for candidates at varying levels of experience, making it an excellent opportunity to further develop your spatial expertise while working on meaningful projects with real community outcomes.

About you:

• Motivated GIS professional skilled at transforming spatial data into actionable insights and practical solutions.
• Proven experience in GIS technologies, spatial analysis, and data management.
• Strong commitment to customer service and stakeholder engagement.
• Effective communicator with critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Committed to high-quality outcomes in a team that values, change innovation, continuous improvement, and safety.
• Delivery-focused, meticulous, and systematic and value documentation.
• Qualifications or equivalent experience in Geographic Information Systems, cartography, surveying, or information technology.
• At least five years of relevant industry experience

For further information review the Position Description.

Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We’re committed to supporting our people through a strong focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our community.

We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:

• 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
• 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Domestic and Family Violence Leave
• Natural Disaster Leave
• Annual wage progression
• Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
• Salary Sacrifice opportunities
• Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected health and wellbeing facilities
• Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
• Employee Assistance Program

* The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.

Contact Person: Bronte

Contact Email: hr_recruitment@townsville.qld.gov.au

(for position enquiries only)

How to Apply

Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume which should confirm any licences and qualifications your hold.

For further information review the Position Description.

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!

All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact hr_recruitment@townsville.qld.gov.au or phone 07 4727 9004 for a confidential discussion.