GIS Officer

You will carry out a broad range of spatial data capture activities to maintain an accurate and up to date GIS dataset, alongside producing maps and delivering geospatial analysis. In addition, you will lead improvements in data management, ensuring that the council's captured data is accessible by developing and enhancing publishing tools that openly share information with both internal and external stakeholders.

You will demonstrate strong knowledge of the Ordnance Survey Public Sector Geospatial Agreement, supported by experience in spatial database development, including the design, architecture, build and implementation of spatial data solutions.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills which are essential for conveying information effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences, internally and externally. You'll be dependable, adaptable and responsive, with the ability to meet changing service demands. Strong attention to detail and the confidence to act assertively are a must for success in this role.

You will have a degree with a strong spatial data component, or at least three years of equivalent professional experience, along with proven experience in spatial database development and in implementing spatial data standards across all business areas.

In return, the Council offers a range of benefits including:

• flexible working
• childcare scheme (in approved cases)
• training and development
• occupational health programme
• holiday and sickness scheme entitlements

If you are looking to work for an organisation that prioritises environmental sustainability, the Council has made a clear commitment to operate in a responsible and sustainable manner and has recently been awarded the silver accreditation of the Investors in the Environment scheme as well as coming 43rd (out of 164) on the latest national council climate scorecard.

The Council is an equal opportunities employer and operates a no smoking policy.