Job opportunity

About Us:

Main Roads is a dynamic and regionalised organisation committed to delivering world-class road infrastructure and services across Western Australia. From the Kimberley to the Great Southern regions, we are dedicated to connecting communities, supporting economic growth, and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all road users.

The Survey and Mapping team is part of our Asset and Geospatial Information Branch - a focused and dynamic team that manages survey, mapping, RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems), and underground utilities surveys for Main Roads across Western Australia.

We are seeking a motivated Surveying Data Co-ordinator to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development, maintenance, and integration of survey project data and geospatial systems, while supporting the delivery of key infrastructure projects across the state.

About the Role:

As the Surveying Data Co-ordinator, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and accessibility of engineering-grade spatial data. You will coordinate all survey data processes and systems to meet Main Roads’ requirements for the provision of design grade data for infrastructure projects.

In this role, you will also provide expert advice to key stakeholders on data management and standards, while developing and maintaining best practices for data management, surveying, and underground utility surveys.

Some of the key responsibilities:

• Data Verification and Maintenance: Ensure the accuracy, reliability, and completeness of survey project data.
• Technical Support: Provide specialist technical support in the development and application of guidelines and standards related to spatial data management and survey processes.
• Data Management:
• Review the consistency, definition, and completeness of engineering-grade corporate spatial data.
• Extract and provide spatial data to meet Main Roads' business requirements and ensure road asset systems are current, complete, and valid.
• Contribute to the development and review of technical standards and guidelines for data management, surveying, and underground utility surveys.
• Research and recommend new technologies for spatial data management and survey field capture.

About You - to be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Proven experience in geospatial data management, GIS, MicroStation, and other survey systems.
• Strong technical expertise in spatial data standards, storage, and retrieval.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to recommend innovative solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• A commitment to safety, health, and wellbeing in the workplace.
• Willingness and ability to undertake intrastate travel as required

What We Offer:

At Main Roads, you can have a challenging, flexible and rewarding career that takes you exactly where you want to go with an organisation who supports a healthy work-life balance to help with what is important to you.

In addition to rewarding work, and the security of a permanent position, some of the benefits of working with Main Roads include:

• Option to work 37.5hrs or 40 hours per week
• Competitive salaries, including 12% superannuation
• Attractive leave provisions, such as leave loading and purchase leave options (up to 10 weeks)
• Access to 13 weeks of long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
• Training and development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing focus
• Individual performance and development plan (PDP) to support your growth and career development
• Enjoy an attractive additional three extra leave days per year (Public Sector Days)

Have Questions? Find Out More:

For job specific information or for a confidential discussion of this opportunity, please contact Glyn Mattock on (08) 9323 4709 - not to be contacted for assistance with application.

For any general enquires, or if you have any support of access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternative format for submitting your application), contact Marina Nguyen, Recruitment Advisor on (08) 9323 6573 or email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au

Ready to start your career with us?

Once you are ready, click the ‘apply’ button. Allow plenty of time to complete and submit your online application as late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered.

How to apply:

Please submit the following as part of your application:

1. A comprehensive CV demonstrating your relevant skills and experiences to this role.
2. A copy of your current WA ‘C’ Class motor vehicle driver’s licence or equivalent
3. A statement outlining your substantial skill, knowledge and experience in the following four (4) criteria in no more than four (4) pages:
   1. Management of spatial asset data
   2. Analysis, processing and audit of spatial data
   3. Use of survey, mapping and GIS software
   4. Building and enhancing stakeholder relationships

If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, including if you are experiencing issues with the Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), please contact RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or send an e-mail to ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com.

We're building a diverse workforce

At Main Roads, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential.

We are a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a registered Disability Confident Recruiter, a member of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity, and guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

Additional Information 

• The successful candidate will be required to complete a National Police Clearance and pre-employment medical questionnaire, as part of this recruitment process.
• All selection criteria listed in the Job Role Statement will be tested throughout the selection process. 
• Applicants deemed as suitable for but not appointed to this role may also be considered for appointment to “similar vacancies” within Main Roads subject to business requirements.