Senior Geospatial Analyst - Quality Control at NZ Defence Force, Auckland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Mō te tūnga | About the role

This exciting Senior Analyst position is responsible for ensuring the quality of the Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) data, analysis and products produced by GEOINT New Zealand. GEOINT New Zealand's role is to lead a unified All of Government GEOINT enterprise providing geospatial understanding to enable decision advantage.

The role will provide GEOINT Quality Control subject matter expertise, technical leadership and professional liaison in direct support of NZDF as well as our national and international allies for operations, planning and training, and to other Government departments where required.

As a senior analyst, this role is expected to mentor and coach less experienced geospatial analysts.

You will join a motivated and diverse team with a wide range of backgrounds and experience. This is interesting and rewarding work, where your work can have tangible outcomes. You will work with a wide range of customers and will become a subject matter expert on topics of domestic and international interest.

A typical day could include:

• Meeting with the GEOINT team and wider intelligence networks to understand their requirements.
• Providing subject matter expertise on draft GEOINT data, product or analysis.
• Supporting organisational planning for GEOINT support to National Security Intelligence Priorities and New Zealand Defence Force requirements.
• Providing subject matter expertise for GEOINT capabilities.

Due to the nature of the duties required for this role there are limited opportunities to work from home. Flexible working arrangements for varied hours/days are negotiable.

Occasional domestic and international travel is required. You may have the opportunity to travel overseas for specialised technical training.

Please note: As this role requires a high level of security clearance, you will need to be / have been a NZ, UK, Australian, Canadian or USA citizen for a minimum of 15 years to be eligible for this role.

The successful candidate is required to undergo a psychological assessment as part of the pre-employment security vetting process. 

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will have 5 - 7 Years + in the Geospatial Information industry, along with an advanced understanding of QA/QC principles and validation workflows for geospatial products and datasets in addition to a detailed knowledge of GIS software such as the ESRI suite.

You will be a self-starter who is able to work autonomously while also collaborating with the wider team when needed. Your relationship management and service delivery skills are your strength, with the ability to understand customer's needs.

Ideally, you will also have:

• Proven experience fostering and maintaining professional working relationships with a diverse range of partners and customers.
• Well-developed analytical and research skills.
• Excellent communication skills including an ability to research and obtain information from various sources and tailor this to meet customer requirements.
• Experience with information requirements management, collection coordination and planning.

Applicants with transferable skills and experience will be considered.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Your skills and dedication deserve recognition, and NZDF delivers with competitive pay matched to your experience. But that's just the beginning – safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection. Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community. Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services. Find all our benefits and more on the Force 4 Families website.

NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success. We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence. With an open door to all – irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics – NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment. Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Applications close on Thursday 6 August 2026.

Use the links on this page where you'll be directed to the Defence Careers website.

Please Note:

• All applications must be made online, via the Defence Careers website. Each listing contains the Position Description and a Contact Us option for any queries or technical issues.
• Your cover letter will be a key part of our selection process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key activities outlined in the Advert and Position Description.
• Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug-screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.

NZDF Employees/Members – please apply internally via the HR Toolkit; this will ensure that you are visible as an internal candidate.

NZDF Contractors – please apply via the Defence Careers website.

NZDF Reserves – please apply via the Defence Careers website if you cannot access the HR Toolkit.

Please Note:

To be eligible for the required level of government security clearance with the NZ Defence Force, you need to meet certain citizenship and residency criteria. Here's what you need to know:

Higher Level Security Clearance

• You must be a New Zealand Citizen for at least the last ten (10) years.
• At minimum, you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence or have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa, and you must be a citizen of and have lived in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America or New Zealand continuously for the last ten (10) years.
• To obtain this level of clearance, you must have a background history of fifteen (15) years that can be verified and assessed appropriately by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) to determine if you are suitable for a security clearance at this level.

If you do not meet the minimum criteria, unfortunately, your application will not be accepted. We do welcome your application at a time when you will meet the requirements.