Acquires, integrates, analyses, interprets, presents, manages and distributes information about locations in space and time, and develops related equipment, software and services.

Determines the position of points of interest on the earths' surface including marine floors, and preparing the final product data in digital form; supervises the preparation of plans, maps, charts and drawings to give pictorial representations and managing spatial information systems; undertakes research and development of surveying and photogrammetric measurement systems, cadastral systems and land information systems; plans and designing land subdivision projects and negotiating details with local governments and other authorities; advises other scientists relevant professionals on the technical requirements of surveying, mapping and spatial information systems; compiles and evaluating data, interpreting codes of practice, and writing reports concerning survey measurement, land use and tenure; prepares site plans and survey reports required for conveyancing and land ownership matters; evaluates, compiles and maintains spatial information using a range of digital and graphical source materials, including aerial photographs, satellite imagery, survey documents, existing maps and records, historical data, reports and statistics; analyses and interprets data to design maps, graphs, plans, drawings and three-dimensional models using geographic information and related systems; develops and trials new applications for use in geographic information systems; supervises and co-ordinates the work of Surveying or Spatial Science Technicians in the production and reproduction of geographic products.

Frequently works in adequately heated, ventilated, clean, well maintained offices. Occasionally works outdoors in all weathers and may visit rugged and remote terrain.

• Light physical demand, frequent sitting in offices at workstations, drawing tables and at computers. Stands and walks occasionally in office areas and occasionally on-site in areas that may have difficult/uneven terrain.
• Occasional requirement for lifting, carrying or pulling within light physical demand.
• Bending, squatting or crouching and stretching, twisting, climbing is not a significant requirement.
• Occasional to frequent repetitive hand and finger movements are required when using hand objects and equipment including pens, calculators, keyboards, a mouse and precise drawing and electronic equipment.
• Driving may be required on occasion to facilitate on-site visits.
• Mental skills necessary include analytical, mathematical, measurement, computer, design, communication, problem solving and decision-making capabilities.

A relevant tertiary qualification or at least five years applicable experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). In some cases particular experience and/or on-job training may be required. Registration or licensing may be required.

There are opportunities for flexibility of movement.