Title:  DTP Graduate - Vicmap Officer

DTP Graduate - Vicmap Officer

Salary: VPS 3.1 $81,496 - $86,735 + Superannuation

About Us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria's transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.

About the role

This is a two-year Fixed Term Graduate position.

As a Graduate Vicmap Officer, you'll join the Vicmap team within Data & Digital, contributing to a multi-year transformation of how Victoria's foundational spatial data is produced, maintained and delivered. You'll help translate customer needs into data and product requirements, support the analysis, testing and quality assurance of spatial data, and work across imagery, elevation and 3D data products. It's a great opportunity to build geospatial and data skills while contributing to datasets that underpin emergency management, planning, transport and land administration across the state.

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What’s the DTP Graduate Program?

The DTP Graduate Program gives you the opportunity to build your career while contributing to the transport, planning and land services priorities that shape Victoria.

Why choose DTP?

Bring your degree to life: Put your knowledge, skills and fresh ideas into practice through real work at DTP.

Build your career: Gain practical experience and develop skills for a career in public service.

See your work in action: Get out of the office, visit real project sites and see how DTP delivers transport, planning and land services projects for Victorians.

Learn and grow: Access tailored learning, mentoring and professional development to build your confidence and capability.

What we're looking for

You're someone who:

• Manages your own tasks well and keeps accurate records
• Can draw insights from data and understands the basics of data quality
• Thinks critically and seeks guidance to work through problems
• Brings ideas for improving how things are done, even under time pressure
• Works well in a team and pitches in where needed
• Has a basic understanding of spatial data and mapping concepts, and is keen to build on this

Qualifications and experience

Mandatory

• A relevant tertiary qualification in geospatial science, surveying, spatial information science/GIS, data science, computer science, information technology, software engineering, information systems, environmental science or a related discipline

Desirable

• Exposure to spatial data and data infrastructures, databases, platforms and systems, through study, placement or work experience
• Interest in or exposure to remote sensing, photogrammetry, imagery, elevation or 3D data

Who can apply?

• Graduated, or be due to graduate, from an Australian or New Zealand University between 1 December 2024 and 31 January 2027.
• Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with full working rights for the required period.

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

• Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required.
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.
• Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

How to apply

Click the 'Apply' button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Tuesday 22 September 2026.  

• Please include both your resume and a cover letter.
• All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we're unable to accept email or manual submissions.
• Interviews may be conducted in person or virtually, depending on your location and the hiring manager's requirements.
• For further information about the role, please contact the Employment Pathways Team at employmentprograms@transport.vic.gov.au

Important information

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