Gis Manager

Statkraft; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Statkraft UK is seeking a GIS Manager to lead the UK GIS team, deliver hands-on GIS work, and shape governance in line with central IT strategy. The role is hybrid, with responsibilities spanning leadership, delivery, and cross-team collaboration.

The successful candidate will drive GIS standards, data management, and effective tool usage across UK projects, while travelling occasionally to UK and international sites and events.

Qualifications

• University degree or GIS Diploma with mapping experience.
• Proficient in MS Office suite.
• Knowledge of ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise and/or ArcGIS Online, geodatabases, and FME and/or Python.
• Ability to adapt to new software and systems.
• Experience leading teams or clear leadership aptitude.
• Desirable: Registers of Scotland or HM Land Registry compliant plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the UK GIS team.
• Manage reporting, procurement and supplier relationships.
• Implement GIS governance, standards, and best practices in line with central IT direction.
• Ensure compliance with GIS policies, data management procedures, and approved tools across UK projects.
• Support and promote the effective use of GIS solutions across the business.
• Provide GIS expertise to development, project delivery, asset management, and operations teams.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers and the global GIS community.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of GIS capabilities and ways of working.
• Undertake site visits, attend industry events, and maintain professional development.
• Support wider business initiatives and strategic projects as required.
• Occasional UK and international travel.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Team development

Governance

Education

University degree in a relevant field

GIS Diploma

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Enterprise

ArcGIS Online

FME

Python

Job description

The GIS Manager role is hybrid, combining leadership and governance responsibilities with hands‑on GIS delivery and technical contributions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and developing the UK GIS team
• Managing reporting, procurement, and supplier relationships
• Implementing and maintaining GIS governance, standards, and best practices in line with central IT direction
• Ensuring compliance with GIS policies, data management procedures, and approved tools across UK projects
• Supporting and promoting the effective use of GIS solutions across the business
• Providing GIS expertise to development, project delivery, asset management, and operations teams
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers and the global GIS community
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of GIS capabilities and ways of working
• Undertaking site visits, attending industry events, and maintaining professional development
• Supporting wider business initiatives and strategic projects as required
• Undertaking occasional UK and international travel

Qualifications

• University degree in a relevant field, or GIS Diploma with experience in a similar field, creating maps and visual data for projects
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in MS Office suite
• Knowledge of GIS software and platforms, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise and/or ArcGIS Online, geodatabases, and FME and/or Python
• Ability to adapt to other new software and systems
• Ability to manage a large workload in a dynamic, fast‑paced working environment
• Ability to build relationships quickly and work across different project teams
• Experience in a leadership role, or a clear aptitude for leadership
• Experience creating Registers of Scotland or HM Land Registry compliant plans (desirable)

Additional Information

A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose – meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities, and the future. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:

• An opportunity to work with renewable energy and contribute to a low emission society
• Professional and personal development in an exciting global company
• A working environment characterized by competence, responsibility, innovation and a strong commercial culture
• A diverse workplace with regards to gender, age and cultural background
• Competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes
• Career and learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation
• The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and background

Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. The applicant must be eligible for security clearance and authorisation.

Statkraft's vision is to renew the way the world is powered. To navigate the complex journey ahead, we need every voice at the table. We therefore work actively to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome all applicants regardless of background, gender, age, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnicity, nationality or disability.

GIS Manager • London, England, United Kingdom