GIS Officer
Location: Based in Northam, WA
Contract: Permanent Part-Time (1 day per week)
Hourly Rate: $42.10 per hour
About the Role
Wheatbelt NRM is seeking a motivated and technically skilled GIS Officer to support spatial data and mapping needs across the organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to contribute meaningfully to environmental projects while maintaining flexibility with a one-day-per-week schedule.
About Wheatbelt NRM
Wheatbelt Natural Resource Management is a non-profit organisation working in partnership with community, biodiversity, agriculture and government to provide regional leadership and direction for sustainable land use and the conservation of natural resources in the Avon River Basin of Western Australia. You can see our current projects and activities on our website, www.wheatbeltnrm.org.au.
Key Responsibilities
• Prepare maps, documents, and digital tools using spatial data
• Manage and maintain spatial databases
• Support project teams with GIS tools and analysis
• Contribute to data collection, storage, and reporting processes
• Identify workflow improvements and support project milestones
Selection Criteria
Applicants must address the following criteria in a cover note, supported by a resume with 2 referees.
Technical Skills
• Proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online
• Experience in spatial database management, data acquisition, and software licensing
• Ability to perform basic spatial data analysis and a willingness to learn ESRI field apps
Time Management
• Ability to manage tasks efficiently within limited hours
• Experience improving workflows in part-time or project-based roles
Communication Skills
• Clear communication of spatial concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Strong internal communication and collaboration skills
Self-Management
• Initiative and independence in managing spatial data
• Commitment to ethical standards, WHS, and equity principles
To be eligible to apply you must be an Australian citizen, or entitled to work in Australia without any sponsorship requirements, and you must have a valid class C driver’s licence. If you do not meet these requirements, you will not be considered for this role.
Want to know more? Contact Maren Lavery at MLavery@wheatbeltnrm.org.au or call 08 9670 3103 for a confidential discussion.
We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We warmly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women, and people of all ages.
A Note on AI and Application Review
All applications to Wheatbelt NRM are reviewed by people, not artificial intelligence. This helps us maintain a fair and thoughtful recruitment process, though it may mean a slower response time during high application periods. You’re welcome to contact hr@wheatbeltnrm.org.au at any time for an update on your application status. If you choose to use AI tools when preparing your application, we recommend removing emojis and ensuring the language reflects your own voice, knowledge and experience.
