GIS Technician

SCS Railways; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company in the UK is seeking a Senior GIS Technician to join the HS2 London Tunnels Contract. You will develop bespoke geospatial solutions, innovate to enhance data quality, and use the ArcGIS suite for data conversion and automation. The ideal candidate has a degree in GIS or related field and experience in programming and geospatial data management. This role offers competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS suite including Pro, Enterprise, and Online.
• Experience in geospatial data reconciliation.
• Proficiency in automation using FME and programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Develop bespoke geospatial solutions with Consents & Engagement and Environment Teams.
• Implement innovations to improve data quality and reduce manual efforts.
• Integrate GIS with Common Data Environments and third-party APIs.

Skills

Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS suite

Programming in Python

Programming in JavaScript

Good communication skills

Experience with FME for ETL

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Geomatics, GIS, Geography or Surveying

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Enterprise

FME

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Work with Consents & Engagement and Environment Teams to develop bespoke geospatial solutions.
• Explore and implement innovations, including automated processes and workflows, to enhance data quality and reduce manual effort.
• Use ArcGIS suite and FME for data conversion, ETL automation, validation, and QA/QC.
• Develop GIS tools and applications for Noise Modelling, Consents, Undertakings & Assurances, and Environmental GIS data delivery to HS2.
• Integrate GIS with Common Data Environments (CDEs), CAD/BIM, and third‑party APIs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver engaging, fit‑for‑purpose GIS solutions that support decision‑making and project delivery.
• Manage workload, prioritise tasks and act as a core member of the GIS Team within the BIM Team at SCS Railways, splitting time equally between the two teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Geomatics, GIS, Geography or Surveying.
• Strong knowledge of the ESRI ArcGIS suite (Pro, Enterprise, Online, Experience Builder, Dashboards, Field Apps).
• Experience with geospatial data reconciliation and ETL automation using FME.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and JavaScript, enterprise geodatabases and APIs.
• Good understanding of CDEs and GIS‑BIM integration processes.
• Fluent in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated ability to meet the minimum job criteria and personal specification.

About the Project:

HS2 is the UK’s new high‑speed rail network, delivering a catalyst for economic growth and connecting major cities. The Senior GIS Technician will work on the HS2 London Tunnels Contract, supporting twin‑bored tunnels, SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition, earthworks and site compound construction. The role offers opportunities for additional responsibility, EDI Champions participation and community engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

All responses are anonymous, and we will not share any of your data with other parties. All data will be held securely in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR and will be reported to HS2. Candidates must complete the diversity form as part of their application.

Additional Information:

A physical or mental impairment that substantially and long‑term (over 12 months) adversely affects your ability to carry out normal day‑to‑day activities is considered.

Salary: Competitive with an excellent benefits package.