GIS Technician

United Infrastructure; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent infrastructure company in the UK is seeking a GIS Technician to join their Major Projects team. The role involves providing engineering support for Nationally Significant Infrastructure projects, including a Carbon Capture Pipeline. Candidates should possess strong skills in spatial data analysis, ArcGIS software, and team collaboration, with a relevant degree and 3-5 years experience in the field. This position is based at the company’s Chester office.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience working with large spatial datasets.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain spatial databases ensuring data integrity.
• Conduct quality control checks on GIS data for accuracy.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation and progress reports.

Skills

Spatial data analysis

ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Experience with Python and SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

United Infrastructure is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business, focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects, across the utility and social infrastructure sectors.

Our team of highly skilled and hardworking specialists deliver innovative solutions to the complex challenges our clients face.

Our company is split into two business areas:

Utility Infrastructure – Our team of Utility Infrastructure specialists design, build and maintain critical water, energy (gas), power and telecoms infrastructure, for the UK’s largest network owners and operators.

Social Infrastructure - Our team of Social Infrastructure specialists revitalise homes and communities by carrying out a wide range of work, from retrofit to refurbishment, and maintenance.

Job Description

United Living are recruiting for a GIS Technician to join our growing Major Projects team to provide engineering support for major infrastructure projects. This is a project role, based at our offices in Chester

All of the projects being developed by the Major Projects team are Nationally Significant Infrastructure projects across the UK, the first being a Carbon Capture Pipeline in the North West commencing from January 2025.

Duties & Responsibilities

Data and Product Management:

• Develop and maintain spatial databases, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
• Collect, compile, and analyse spatial data from various sources, including satellite imagery, aerial photographs, field surveys and progress reports.
• Conduct quality control and quality assurance checks on GIS data to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Ensure data and drawings meet industry standards, safety regulations, and client specifications.
• Create and update maps, charts, and other visualizations to effectively communicate spatial information to stakeholders.
• Manage the project ArcGIS Online platform, ensuring timely delivery of information across the project.
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure digital interfaces function and data benefits are maximised.
• Utilize ArcGIS Pro software to create detailed spatial analysis and assessments.
• Perform spatial analysis to identify patterns, trends, and relationships in data.
• Conduct system functionality assessments to ensure optimal performance of the designedsystems.
• Identify and resolve issues related to system integration, performance, and reliability.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate GIS into project planning, decision‑making, and problem‑solving processes.
• Provide technical support and training to staff members on GIS software, tools, and techniques.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Assist in the development and implementation of GIS policies, procedures, and standards.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Prepare and maintain detailed project documentation, including project progress reports.
• Present project updates and technical findings to stakeholders and senior management.

Qualifications

Skills and Experience:

⚡Proven experience in working with large spatial datasets in ArcGIS. We particularly seek candidates with experience of managing spatial data on linear constriction projects. 3‑5 years experience of working in a similar role preferred.
⚡Organisational skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage competing deadlines, and coordinate activities across multiple activities.
⚡Strong understanding of spatial data analysis and reporting relevant to infrastructure projects. Prior experience with ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online, with some experience of Python and SQL preferred.
⚡Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to contribute and work well with a team and takes ownership of all GIS matters.
⚡Up to date with the latest developments in Professional Competence.

Behavioural Qualities

🚀Ability to see things differently – prepared to question standard approaches in order to manage project risks and programme deadlines.
🚀Support and develop – create a local leadership team by delegation, coaching, and mentoring.
🚀Decisiveness – makes day‑to‑day choices that ensure progress of the overall project, knowing when to inform others or ask for support.

Qualifications

🎓Relevant degree that provide a solid foundation such as Bachelor’s in Geography, or closely related field or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.