SPA GIS Operator

Anglian Water Group Ltd.; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid work

Peterborough office

Job summary

Anglian Water Group Ltd. is seeking a GIS Operator for the Strategic Pipeline Alliance (SPA). Flexible/hybrid work from Peterborough office and home.

Role focuses on producing GIS outputs, applying SPA standards, and supporting data collection and analysis across a large-scale infrastructure programme. The ideal candidate has professional GIS experience, knowledge of GIS standards, and familiarity with ArcGIS Pro (v3.2+), Field Maps, Survey123, and data integration tools such as FME.

Qualifications

• Previous professional GIS experience.
• Delivery or ambition to deliver GIS solutions to large-scale infrastructure programmes of work.
• Understanding of GIS support for project deliverables (EIA submissions, design support, site team and construction management).
• Knowledge of GIS standards and information management principles and processes with some applications.
• Experience with GIS desktop software and databases, preferably ArcGIS Pro v3.2+.
• Mobile data collection: ESRI Field Maps and Survey123.
• Experience with FME software, ArcGIS API for Python and data integration desirable.

Responsibilities

• Production of high-quality GIS outputs (maps and analysis).
• Apply SPA GIS Standards, data management processes and procedures.
• Support the SPA GIS Manager/GIS Team and other disciplines to collect, collate, manage, analyse and share spatial data.
• Support the SPA GIS Manager/GIS Team to improve data management processes, automation and integration.
• Identify opportunities for automations and streamlining of GIS processes to benefit the SPA GIS team and wider project team.

Skills

GIS expertise

Data management

Automation

Stakeholder collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ESRI Field Maps

Survey123

FME

ArcGIS API for Python

Job description

Join Anglian Water's Strategic Pipeline Alliance as a GIS Operator

Location: Flexible/Hybrid work from Peterborough office and home

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about contributing to one of the UK’s most ambitious water infrastructure projects? The Strategic Pipeline Alliance (SPA) is searching for a GIS Operator to support and enhance our project delivery team.

Key Responsibilities

• Production of high-quality GIS outputs (maps and analysis)
• Apply SPA GIS Standards, data management processes and procedures
• Support the SPA GIS Manager/GIS Team and other disciplines to collect, collate, manage, analyse and share spatial data
• Support the SPA GIS Manager/GIS Team to improve data management processes, automation and integration
• Identifying opportunities for automations and streamlining of GIS processes which will benefit the operation of the SPA GIS team and wider project team

Skills, Experience and Behaviours

This job might be for you if you have:

• Previous professional GIS experience
• Delivery or ambition to deliver GIS solutions to large-scale infrastructure programmes of work
• An understanding of GIS support required for project deliverables such as EIA submissions, detailed design support, site team and construction management plans
• A knowledge of GIS standards and information management principles and processes, with some applications
• Demonstrable experience with GIS desktop software and databases, preferably ArcPro v3.2 & above
• Mobile data collection: ESRI Field Maps and Survey123
• Experience with FME software, ArcGIS API for Python and data integration desirable

We prefer individuals who demonstrate key behaviours that align with our values and beliefs: working with the highest degree of integrity, taking ownership and accountability for their outputs, driving continuous improvement, being clear and transparent communicators, and being passionate about operating in an ethical fashion.

Benefits

• Flexible Working: We may offer part time/flexible working depending on the role requirements, this can be discussed openly at interview
• Location: Our office is in Peterborough, with operational hubs across the project area
• Diversity and Inclusion: SPA is committed to building an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone

About the Project

The Strategic Pipeline Alliance Project is at the exciting delivery stage, with additional projects lined up for AMP8. At SPA, we embrace innovation, digital technology, and collaboration with our partners, including Farrans, MMB, Costain, Jacobs, and Atkins. Together, we’re combating climate change and securing clean water for generations to come.

Our Purpose: To Make the East of England Resilient to the Effects of Drought. Join us in shaping a sustainable future while being part of a team where everyone can thrive.

Equal Opportunity Statement

SPA is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and recruit based on merit and potential, ensuring every colleague feels a sense of belonging.

Due to the nature of the alliance, and based on the role offered, you will be employed by one of the five partners, joining teams containing some of the most talented and innovative consultants and contractors in the region at a crucial time.

Contract Value

This programme forms a key part of Anglian Water’s Water Resources Management Plan which looks 25 years ahead to manage and secure the water resources by safeguarding against the potential future impacts of water scarcity, climate change and growth, while protecting the environment. Anglian Water has joined forces with construction and engineering giants Costain, Farrans, Jacobs and Mott MacDonald Bentley as part of a contract worth more than £350 million. It will create up to 500km of interconnecting pipelines.

Construction is due to begin in the summer of 2021 and will take nearly five years to build.

We look for people with integrity, mental agility, leadership skills, a desire to learn and an open, honest and caring nature.

The SPA Alliance. Building Resilience. Building Pipelines. Building career aspirations.