Spatial Information Coordinator

Position Details

• Full-Time | Continuing

• Higher Education Officer Level 6 | $94,456 - $100,710

• Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country

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About the Role 

The Spatial Information Coordinator supports the development and maintenance of the University's Space Management System and associated processes, helping ensure information about the University's buildings, spaces and facilities remains accurate, current and fit for purpose.

Working as part of a collaborative Strategic Asset Management team within Property, Facilities and Development, you will maintain the University's master architectural drawings and records, supporting space management, asset management and operational activities across a diverse property portfolio. The role contributes to updates arising from projects, audits and operational changes, ensuring critical property information remains reliable and accessible.

This opportunity will suit someone with experience in architectural drafting, facilities information management, space planning or a similar field who enjoys working with technical information and maintaining high-quality records. A background in facilities, space planning, or the university sector is desirable.

The key responsibilities of the position will include:

• Reviewing drawings and schedules for accuracy, completeness and compliance with University standards and project requirements.

• Maintaining and updating the University's master architectural drawings, plans and associated space information.

• Reviewing and updating records, datasets and business systems affected by projects, audits and spatial changes.

• Creating, publishing, storing and archiving records in the University's document management systems for use across the University.

For a more detailed list of Key Position Responsibilities, please see the Position Description.

About You

As the Spatial Information Coordinator, you will play a key role in maintaining and updating the University’s spatial data and floor plans, ensuring information is accurate and up to date. You will work closely with various teams to support space management processes and contribute to system improvements driven by audits and projects.

You will apply your technical skills in GIS and CAD to produce detailed drawings and manage spatial records, while also helping to develop data management solutions. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and a problem-solving mindset will be essential as you collaborate with stakeholders and support the ongoing growth of the University’s information systems.

About Property, Facilities and Development

The Property, Facilities and Development (PFD) team works across all of Flinders’ places, spaces, and physical infrastructure. Working across four key areas: Strategic Planning and Sustainability; Capital Development; Customer and Site Services; and Strategic Projects, we are responsible for the planning, development, capital delivery, management, and maintenance of university spaces to ensure they are fit for purpose and support Flinders to deliver its strategic objectives. The PFD team is leading the planning, development, and delivery of four major strategic projects as the University strives to achieve its bold ambitions.

Life at Flinders

They say know your place.  We say you've found it right here. 

Flinders University was founded on the belief that learning should open minds, celebrate individuality and give people the freedom to pursue their own point of view. That spirit lives on in our community of thinkers, doers and changemakers who challenge convention, and each other, to shape what comes next. 

Rising to a challenge is nothing new for Flinders. During our first 60 years, we’ve navigated revolutionary changes in social and cultural norms, and have responded to transformative economic, environmental and technological developments. Through it all, we’ve continued to deliver for our students and community, innovating in learning and research to prepare graduates for the changing world they help create. 

Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them.  

So, why work at Flinders? 

• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options  

• Flexible working arrangements  

• Awarded the AHEIA Higher Education Award for Workplace Culture Excellence due to our commitment to wellbeing through our Thriving@Flinders staff wellbeing program 

• Wide range of professional development activities and services, including exclusive staff study offers   

• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff, as shown through our three SAGE Cygnet Awards.  

• Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia).  

• Recognised as a Veteran Employer of Choice   

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment 

Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.  We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.  

• Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan   

• Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy   

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

Flinders University is committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, free from gender-based violence. Appointment to this role is conditional on the completion of required pre-employment checks and declarations, each of which must be satisfactory to the University. This includes a Gender-Based Violence declaration, in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence (2025), and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role.

How to Apply and Information 

• Please submit your CV along with a Cover Letter addressing your experience and the Key Position Capabilities of the position description

•  Flinders University is committed to providing an environment where staff with disability are valued, supported and encouraged to participate fully and independently in the life of the University. If you require any reasonable adjustments to assist you in the selection process, please advise the contact in the Recruitment Team so that we can make appropriate arrangements through [email protected] or call 08 8201 2383.

• For more information or a confidential conversation regarding this position, we strongly encourage you to contact David Jamieson

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At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

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