Data and GIS Analyst

NWG (Northumbrian Water Group); Glasgow; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company in Scotland is seeking a Data & GIS Analyst to transform data into actionable insights. This role focuses on developing spatial datasets and digital tools that assess drainage performance and support environmental resilience. The ideal candidate will have strong GIS experience and analytical skills to communicate findings effectively. The position offers a salary ranging from £39,200 to £49,000 and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement starting at 26 days plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme with employer contributions up to 11%

Free access to local attractions

Discount scheme on days out, shopping, travel and more

Award-winning Living Well wellbeing support

Support with sustainable travel

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong experience with GIS platforms like ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, or QGIS.
• Understanding of managing complex datasets.
• Ability to develop visual tools like dashboards or interactive maps.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and management of spatial datasets.
• Turn data into insights for strategic decision-making.
• Build interactive maps and develop automated data pipelines.

Skills

GIS platforms experience

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication of technical concepts

Data transformation and automation tools familiarity

Collaborative mindset

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Enterprise

QGIS

Job description

About The Role

Data & GIS Analyst. Working hours: Full time 37 hours per week (flexible working arrangements including part time will be considered). Permanent. Salary from £39,200 to £49,000. Location: Leat House, Washington. We’re open to discussing flexible working.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Wastewater Directorate as a Data & GIS Analyst, supporting the development of our long-term Drainage and Wastewater Management Plan (DWMP).

This role is about turning data into insight. You’ll lead the development and management of spatial datasets and digital tools that help us understand how our drainage systems are performing, where future risks may arise, and how we can plan for a more resilient future.

You’ll work with data from environmental and infrastructure datasets to growth forecasts and flood risk information, bringing it together into clear, visual outputs that support decision-making across the business and with external partners.

Whether it’s building interactive maps, developing automated data pipelines, or presenting spatial evidence at workshops, your work will help shape how we plan for climate adaptation, environmental protection, and community resilience.

About You

We’re looking for someone who’s passionate about using data and spatial analysis to solve real-world challenges.

You’ll have strong experience with GIS platforms such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, or QGIS, and be confident managing complex datasets from multiple sources. You’ll understand how to build, maintain and share spatial data, and how to use mapping and analysis to support strategic planning within the company and in collaboration with external stakeholders.

You’ll Also Bring:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• The ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Experience developing visual tools like dashboards, StoryMaps, or interactive maps
• Familiarity with tools like FME, Python, or SQL for data transformation and automation
• A collaborative mindset, with experience working across teams and with external stakeholders
• You may have worked in infrastructure, environmental planning, urban development, or another sector where spatial data plays a key role in decision-making.

If you’re ready to apply your skills to help deliver long-term environmental outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.

First stage interview will take place online on 17 October. If successful at first stage you will be invited to attend an interview at our office in Durham on 27 October.

Here at Northumbrian Water/Essex & Suffolk Water, we embrace and value Diversity, Inclusion and Equity, and encourage all colleagues to bring their most authentic self to work.

Our colleague network groups include our Rainbow Support Network (LGBTQIA+), REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), WiSTEM (Women in STEM) and Thisability (disability and neurodiversity) networks. They provide a safe space for colleagues from diverse backgrounds, welcoming all colleagues regardless of their personal characteristics to participate in valuable conversation that improves our organisational awareness, understanding and inclusivity.

We encourage and welcome all applications, as we strive to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to having diverse communities represented within all our teams, structures, and organisation.

Please note this role will require a DBS to be completed prior to employment.

NWG are an inclusive employer who support the rehabilitation of offenders; we will not, however, consider candidates who have certain unspent convictions to ensure our commitment to fostering a safe and secure working environment for all colleagues, suppliers, customers and third parties.

About Us

Here at NWG we strive to make Northumbrian Water Group (NWG) a Great Place to Work, for all. We embrace and value Diversity, Inclusion and Equity and encourage you to bring your full self to work. As an equal opportunity employer we’re committed to having diverse community represented across our business.

NWG At a Glance:

Our purpose at NWG is caring for the essential needs of our communities and environment, now and for generations to come. We do this by providing reliable and affordable water and wastewater services for our customers. We make a positive difference by operating efficiently and investing prudently, to maintain a sustainable and resilient business. Our vision is to be the national leader in the provision of sustainable water and wastewater services.

To support us in achieving our vision, we have five core values which are the guiding principles, defining who we are, what we do and how we do it. Our values are: Results Driven; Ethical; Customer Focused; Innovative; One Team.

Benefits

NWG offers a range of benefits to colleagues as part of the Tap Into benefits program:

• Generous holiday entitlement starting at 26 days plus bank holidays and additional time off on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Option to buy or sell holidays.
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions up to 11%.
• Free access to local attractions.
• Discount scheme on days out, shopping, travel and more.
• Award-winning Living Well wellbeing support, including access to a digital GP service.
• Support with sustainable travel through salary sacrifice cars and cycle to work.
• Financial wellbeing support, salary sacrifice options, 4 x Life Assurance and Income Protection.
• Development opportunities, including a qualification loan and potentially paying for professional body subscriptions.