About Laing O'Rourke

Laing O’Rourke is a $6 billion international operation with 70 years of involvement in Australian construction and infrastructure, including nearly two decades under the Laing O’Rourke banner. The business delivers projects as diverse as the environments in which they are built, from high security military bases and major rail transport infrastructure projects, through to landmark buildings at the transport interface. Laing O’Rourke owns one of Australia’s largest plant and equipment hire company called Select Plant Australia. We know the right culture combined with purposeful technology will help us meet demand and deliver certainty for our clients. That’s the #powerofexperience.

About the role

We are seeking a GIS Specialist to provide spatial data management, professional GIS analysis and creation of new spatial content across the construction lifecycle. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work as part of a high-performing Digital team to support the delivery of major building and infrastructure projects for leading clients.

The role could be based in Brisbane, QLD, Perth, WA or Sydney, NSW. It offers excellent career prospects with a privately-owned Tier 1 Constructor and International Engineering Enterprise.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain spatial databases to store and manage construction-related data, including site plans, utility networks and aerial imagery.
• Ensure that GIS practices comply with organizational standards, industry regulations, and data privacy requirements.
• Create and utilize spatial data to assist construction activities, assess risk, and optimize project design.
• Utilize GIS tools and techniques to analyze spatial data, identify patterns, and generate insights.
• Produce high quality maps and visualizations to support design, planning, and construction activities.
• Conduct training sessions for staff and stakeholders on GIS tools, techniques, and best practices.
• Provide technical support to GIS users, including troubleshooting software issues.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to integrate spatial data with other organizational systems and processes.
• Maintain documentation of GIS processes, methodologies, and data sources to ensure transparency and reproducibility.

About you

• At least 5 years of demonstrable experience in GIS on major design and construction projects.
• Degree qualified (GIS, IT, Computer Science or similar).
• Demonstrated experience with ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro, FME applications and VertiGIS.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining web and mobile GIS application content.
• Ability to solve problems through application of analytical and critical thinking.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to non-technical audiences.

Benefits

We work hard to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. We offer industry-leading benefits such as specialised learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry leading paid parental leave policy, an additional purchased leave option and coaching programs for staff on parental leave.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work. Laing O’Rourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Laing O'Rourke actively supports a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Download our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan at https://www.laingorourke.com/company/diversity-and-inclusion

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered.