GIS Data Officer

National-Trust; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Free entry

Season ticket loan

EV car lease

Discounts

Holiday allowance

Job summary

The National Trust is seeking a GIS Data Officer to join the GIS Data and Support Team in Swindon. You will develop Python‑based tools and automated workflows to manage ecological and spatial datasets, supporting the charity's nature‑rich landscapes and access goals.

You will work with ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online, ensure data quality, and translate requirements into robust technical solutions. The role requires 40–60% site work at various NT locations and may involve travel across England,

Qualifications

• Experience with geospatial data and GIS platforms, especially ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
• Ability to automate workflows and transform data through coding.
• Knowledge of standard ecological survey methods, including UKHAB.
• Analytical, troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Translate business requirements into robust technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Python tools and automated workflows for ecological and spatial datasets.
• Design technical solutions to improve data quality and streamline processes across GIS platforms.
• Analyse spatial data using ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online to support operational delivery and strategic decision‑making.
• Ensure data integrity and governance across GIS platforms.

Skills

Geospatial data handling

Python scripting

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Data quality assurance

Analytical thinking

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Python

SQL

Job description

GIS Data Officer 33,000 pa

Fixed Term f/t (37.5 hrs pw to 29/02/28)

Swindon

Ref: IRC181096

Closing Date: 15 November 2026

Summary

We’re looking for a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Data Officer to join our GIS Data and Support Team. You’ll be supporting properties to maximise their contribution to the National Trust’s ambition to create more nature rich and climate resilient landscapes, end unequal access to nature, and inspire millions to take action.

What it's like to work here

You’ll be part of a team who specialise in spatial data management. We lead on creating organisational value from data; ensuring our enterprise spatial data is trusted, understood, well governed and that we maximise the value from data to deliver our strategy.

Your contractual location will be our head office in Swindon and there will be an expectation for you to attend the office. However, there is flexibility on where you are based at other times. You will be required to work at a National Trust location for 40-60% of your working week and this role may involve travel to properties across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. This will be discussed in more detail at interview.

What you'll be doing

You’ll develop and maintain Python based tools, scripts and automated workflows that support the management of critical ecological and spatial datasets. Coding and technical problem-solving will form a significant part of your day‑to‑day work, with a focus on creating efficient, reliable solutions that improve the way data is captured, processed, managed and shared across the organisation.

You’ll design and implement technical solutions that enhance data quality, streamline business processes and improve the user experience across our GIS platforms. This will involve identifying opportunities to automate manual tasks, developing innovative approaches to common challenges and ensuring that systems and workflows are robust, scalable and fit for purpose.

The role also includes the management, analysis and interpretation of spatial data using ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online. You’ll be responsible for maintaining high standards of data integrity and quality assurance while applying geospatial analysis techniques to support operational delivery and strategic decision‑making.

You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all of the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what’s possible in this role.

Who we're looking for

You’ll bring a broad range of the following knowledge, skills and experience, shaped by different roles, sectors or career paths, and the judgment to apply them effectively at scale;

• Experience working with geospatial data and GIS platforms, ideally ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
• Ability to automate workflows, manipulate and transform data, and solve technical problems through coding.
• Knowledge and experience of standard ecological survey and monitoring techniques, including UKHAB.
• Analytical, troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions.

The package

The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
• Season ticket loan
• EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)
• Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.

National Trust place

Heelis, Kemble Drive, Swindon, SN2 2NA

Documents

GIS Data Officer - C.pdf

Requirements

Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK

Additional information

Closing Date: 15 November 2026

Equal Opportunities Statement

The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here .

Safeguarding Statement

The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre.