Principal Spatial Administrator

Davidson ·www.davidsonwp.com

Location Strathpine, Queensland, Australia
Work type Hybrid
Salary AUD 60 - 70 / hour
Type Full time
Level Principal
Source Shazamme
Information & Communication Technology
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Initial contract til March 2027

Hybrid working with 2-3 days onsite in Strathpine

$62p/h + Superannuation


The Opportunity

Join a large, complex local government environment as a Principal Spatial Administrator, taking ownership of the day-to-day management, optimisation and integrity of an enterprise Geographic Information System. This is a hands-on senior technical role suited to an experienced GIS professional with deep ESRI ArcGIS expertise who can manage enterprise platforms, spatial databases and web delivery systems while providing technical leadership across complex GIS matters.


About the Role

This position will sit within the Enterprise Applications team and provide senior technical oversight across the organisation's GIS environment.

  • Manage and optimise enterprise GIS platforms and spatial data.
  • Install, configure and maintain GIS platforms, web portals and mobile mapping applications.
  • Monitor GIS system performance, health, backups and security and resolve complex issues.
  • Maintain spatial data integrity, metadata, database design, quality standards and controls.
  • Deliver advanced spatial analysis, modelling, reporting and data visualisation.
  • Identify and implement GIS enhancements and continuously improve spatial services.


About You

You will be a technically strong GIS professional with substantial enterprise administration experience rather than someone whose background is primarily spatial analysis or mapping.

  • Expert knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online.
  • Strong practical experience with FME in enterprise GIS environments.
  • Experience managing GIS databases, spatial data and web delivery systems.
  • Strong scripting/programming capability across Python, SQL and/or Arcade.
  • Advanced knowledge of spatial analysis, data modelling, cartography and visualisation.
  • Strong troubleshooting, stakeholder engagement and competing-priority management skills.

A relevant degree in Geographic Information Science, Computer Science, Information Management or a related discipline is desirable, although equivalent relevant experience will be considered.


The Benefits
This opportunity offers the chance to take genuine technical ownership within a substantial enterprise GIS environment.

  • Senior, hands-on role with ownership across an enterprise GIS ecosystem.
  • Work across ESRI, FME, spatial databases, web GIS and automation.
  • Contribute to the ongoing improvement and evolution of enterprise spatial services.


How to Apply
Please submit your current resume to apply. If you'd like a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Nina Magill on nina.magill@davidsonwp.com, quoting reference JN -092026-44262. To learn more about Davidson, visit davidsonwp.com.

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Principal Spatial Administrator role?
Davidson is hiring for the Principal Spatial Administrator position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Principal Spatial Administrator job located?
The Principal Spatial Administrator role with Davidson is based in Strathpine, QLD, AU. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Principal Spatial Administrator role remote?
Yes — the Principal Spatial Administrator position at Davidson is hybrid. Candidates based in AU are preferred.
What does the Principal Spatial Administrator role pay?
Davidson lists the Principal Spatial Administrator role at AUD 60–70 per hour.
Is the Principal Spatial Administrator role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Davidson.
What experience level is the Principal Spatial Administrator role?
The Principal Spatial Administrator position is aimed at principal-level candidates.
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