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# GIS Technician

- **Company:** GIS Recruiter Ltd
- **Location:** Greater London, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** £37,440.0 - £41,600.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, ArcGIS (Software), Quantum GIS (QGIS), Spatial Data Infrastructures, Data Management
- **Published:** October 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.cv-library.co.uk/job/225771884/GIS-Technician

## About the Role

This project would suit someone with at least two years' commercial GIS experience and practical skills in ESRI ArcGIS and QGIS. Previous experience working in a GIS project within a UK Local Government would be particularly desirable., * Minimum of 2 years' commercial experience in a GIS role

 * Practical experience using ESRI ArcGIS and QGIS.
 * Experience in spatial data capture, digitisation and attribute editing.
 * A strong understanding of GIS data quality and quality assurance processes.
 * Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to data management.
 * Good communication skills and the ability to work independently in a remote environment.
 * Availability to start in November 2026 and commit to a 3 month contract.

Desirable Experience

 * Previous experience working for a UK Council in a GIS position.
 * Familiarity with local authority datasets and the use of GIS to support council services.

## Description

GIS Recruiter is seeking a GIS Technician to support a UK Council on a 3 month contract. This remote role will focus on capturing, maintaining spatial data, helping ensure the council's GIS information is accurate, consistent and fit for purpose., * Capture, digitise, edit and maintain spatial data using ESRI ArcGIS and QGIS.

 * Undertake quality assurance checks on spatial and attribute data, identifying and resolving errors, gaps and inconsistencies.
 * Maintain GIS datasets in line with agreed standards and project requirements.
 * Produce maps and spatial information to support council services.
 * Keep clear records of data sources, updates and quality checks.
 * Work with colleagues to understand requirements and deliver assigned tasks to agreed deadlines.