Data Analyst - GIS

ZipRecruiter; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Data Analyst to support their Network Data Improvement Programme. This role involves leading project documentation, managing data technicians, and performing detailed data analysis to ensure high-quality outputs. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and capable of working both independently and collaboratively. You'll have the opportunity to engage with stakeholders, produce training documentation, and contribute to the success of critical projects. If you have a strong background in GIS software and data management, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to draw valid inferences from data.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead project documentation and manage performance levels of data technicians.
• Perform data investigation and analysis, presenting findings to management.
• Support the Project Manager in tracking progress and maintaining stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Proficiency with GIS software

Experience with data from asset management systems (SAP)

Experience with Python

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

The Data Analyst is responsible for supporting Data Technicians and Technical Support resources to deliver high-quality, consistent, and repeatable desktop investigation, data analysis, and data correction for Scottish Power Energy Networks.

This work is part of the Network Data Improvement Programme (NDIP). The successful applicant will be self-motivated, able to work well both independently and as part of a team, and capable of adhering to strict deadlines.

Role Specific Duties:

1. Using defined requirements within the stage gate framework, become the subject matter expert for assigned workstreams, leading and defining project documentation with support from technical support teams.
2. Lead in assigning tasks to technical support resources related to setting up pre/post production desktop data investigation, analysis, and correction work packages, ensuring timely delivery as set by the Project Manager.
3. Manage performance levels of data technicians related to workstreams/work packages, in conjunction with Technical Support resources, to ensure timely delivery.
4. Perform data investigation and analysis of asset data, drawing valid inferences to suggest business rules. Seek authorization and acceptance by presenting outputs to management and SPEN asset data experts using appropriate tools and formats.
5. Prepare and format working spreadsheets for completion by the project Production and Quality Assurance teams, as part of the stage gate process.
6. Support the project manager in tracking progress by maintaining a fit-for-purpose, auditable, and current view throughout the project lifecycle.
7. Highlight risks and issues of assigned workstreams to the Project Manager.
8. Seek technical guidance for task delivery from the Project Analyst, with line management from the Project Manager.
9. Work in line with agreed project process flows to enable timely authorization of project workstream documentation.
10. Support the Project Manager in maintaining cross-business relationships with stakeholders through meetings and forums.
11. Produce and deliver training documentation and conduct group training related to assigned workstreams.
12. Assist the Project Manager in providing information for delivery planning regarding timescales and resource requirements.
13. Interface with other staff to promote efficient work management, consistency, and adherence to standards, procedures, and processes to foster a culture of completion.
14. Ensure the provision of adequate and timely MI reporting and production, including additional requests from the Project Manager.
15. Perform other project-related duties as required by the Project Manager and Portfolio Manager.

Key skills for the role include:

• Proficiency with GIS software
• Experience working with data from asset management systems, ideally SAP
• Experience with Python

This can also include, but is not limited to:

• GIS Project Work
• Answering queries on Workstreams
• Working with large data sets
• Preparing documentation for Workstream Stage Gate sign-off
• Assisting with the creation of business rules and process flows

Note - local for this role