Geographic Information Systems Specialist

Geographic Information System Specialist

Introduction

This growing consultancy supports major programmes across the defence and security landscape, helping teams make faster, smarter decisions using the power of geospatial insight. They’re adding several GIS specialists who can bring technical skill, curiosity, and a steady hand in high-stakes environments.

Role Overview:

Location: West Midlands (on-site with defence customers)

Package: Competitive salary, bonus, pension, healthcare and broad benefits

Industry: Defence & National Security

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Managing and maintaining a range of geospatial datasets to support critical decision-making.
• Building and refining web mapping tools, dashboards, and data visualisations.
• Supporting the delivery of geospatial applications using modern esri technology.
• Applying scripting skills to automate processes, improve workflows, and enhance data quality.
• Working closely with defence teams in a dynamic, operationally focused environment.
• Upholding the highest standards of security and compliance.

Main Skills Needed:

• Strong grounding in geospatial data management and SQL.
• Practical experience with esri tools, ideally including Enterprise Portal and ArcGIS Pro.
• Scripting capability (Python preferred).
• Understanding of data science workflows and analytical approaches.
• UK national with (or eligible for) Developed Vetting.
• Proactive, resilient, and able to solve complex problems with calm and clarity.

What’s in It for You:

• Competitive pay with bonus recognition.
• 9% pension, private healthcare, and life cover.
• Structured development: 5 days of training + 5 days of professional development each year.
• Salary sacrifice ULEV car scheme.
• Wellbeing allowance to support physical and mental health.
• A culture that invests in continuous learning and long-term career growth.
• Additional perks that make day-to-day life easier and more rewarding.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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• Strong grounding in geospatial data management and SQL.
• Practical experience with esri tools, ideally including Enterprise Portal and ArcGIS Pro.
• Scripting capability (Python preferred).
• Understanding of data science workflows and analytical approaches.
• UK national with (or eligible for) Developed Vetting.
• Proactive, resilient, and able to solve complex problems with calm and clarity.

Package: Competitive salary, bonus, pension, healthcare and broad benefits, * Competitive pay with bonus recognition.

• 9% pension, private healthcare, and life cover.
• Structured development: 5 days of training + 5 days of professional development each year.
• Salary sacrifice ULEV car scheme.
• Wellbeing allowance to support physical and mental health.
• A culture that invests in continuous learning and long-term career growth.
• Additional perks that make day-to-day life easier and more rewarding.