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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # GIS Officer - **Company:** Naturespace Partnership - **Location:** UK (Remote available) - **Salary:** £32,950.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Windows, Geographic Information Systems, Information Lifecycle Management, Python (Programming Language), Operational Data Store, Spatial Data Infrastructures, SQL Databases, Programming Languages - **Published:** September 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://environmentjob.co.uk/posts/111628-gis-officer/apply_link ## About the Role * Degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related field; or the ability to demonstrate work-related experience * Professional experience in using GIS software such as QGIS or ArcGIS. * Experience of working with geospatial data sets (environmental would be an advantage). * Proven understanding of GIS principles and applications. * Meticulous attention to detail and consistency in data management and assure data quality. * Ability to manage multiple competing priorities across a variety of work areas. * Competent in the use of Microsoft packages such as Excel and Word. * Demonstrable traits in attention to detail and conscientiousness. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly when explaining numerical data. * Self-motivated and independent - able to work flexibly with minimal supervision. * Experience of working in deadline-driven work environments. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in the UK. Desirable skills, knowledge, and experience * Master's degree in a relevant field (Geographic Information Systems), would be beneficial but not essential. * Familiarity with coding language such as R, Python or SQL, would be beneficial but not essential. * Enthusiasm for and knowledge of wildlife conservation issues. * Experience of analysing quantitative and qualitative data., The successful candidate will join a friendly, close-working team of home-workers as part of a dispersed national team. The role is mainly desk-based and can be based anywhere in the UK (there's no central office), although occasional travel to meetings in central England will be required. You will be trusted to manage your own workload and work independently, so strong motivation, sound judgement and good self-management will be important. To deliver better outcomes for nature, people and places, we need a team that brings different perspectives, experiences and ways of thinking to our work. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds with the relevant skills and experience for the role. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute and develop, and we particularly encourage applications from people who are currently under-represented in the environment sector. ## Description This is an exciting opportunity to join our growing team, helping to manage and maintain key biological and environmental geospatial data that underpins the science of what we do. The ideal candidate will be highly numeric with excellent attention to detail and a passion for using spatial analysis to help create positive conservation gains. The GIS Officer will be supporting with the management of the company's operational geospatial data. You will be involved in all aspects of the data lifecycle, from sourcing, processing, quality assurance and maintenance, archiving and deletion as appropriate. A large part of the role will be maintaining key operational data, which is regularly updated and expanded through our work. This will involve strong communication skills and maintaining excellent relationships both internally, with our other teams, and externally, with our partners and stakeholders. The successful candidate will sit within our Data Team, reporting to the Senior GIS Specialist. You will also be working with our statistical modelling specialists, ensuring accurate filing and dissemination of data. Outside of your key responsibilities there will be scope to broaden your experience in your areas of personal interest., * Supporting the Senior GIS Specialist with operational GIS needs across the company. * Maintain accurate, up-to-date datasets in both tabular and spatial formats and documentation. * Liaise with internal teams to ensure understanding and adherence to data procedures and processes. * Enable the timely and accurate exchange of data with our partners and local record centres. * Provide first line GIS support to colleagues. * Assisting with streamlining and automation of GIS workflows * Support the organisations use of spatial data to improve performance internally. * Collate, process and present data in an appropriate format for different audiences (e.g. map outputs). * Respond efficiently to requests from other teams and external stakeholders. * Assisting in GIS file management. * Any other duties and functions as are deemed necessary. ## Related Videos - [Why Your Next Best Talent Might Not Be in Your Neighborhood](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1861-why-your-next-best-talent-might-not-be-in-your-neighborhood) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [From developer to instructor and DevRel: navigating roles as as a woman in the tech industry](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/867-from-developer-to-instructor-and-devrel-navigating-roles-as-as-a-woman-in-the-tech-industry) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) ## Related Articles - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023)