GIS Technician

Job Description

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

All projects 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.

• Develop and maintain spatial databases, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
• Collect, compile, and analyse spatial data from 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 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.

• Utilise 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 designed systems.
• 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 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.

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

• Proven experience with large spatial datasets in ArcGIS, particularly managing linear construction projects (3‑5 years preferred).
• Organisational skills
  , prioritising tasks and coordinating activities across multiple priorities.
• Strong understanding of spatial data analysis and reporting for infrastructure projects; experience with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Python, and SQL preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
  ; ability to work well in a team and take ownership of GIS matters.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of professional competence developments.

• Ability to see things differently
  —question standard approaches to manage project risks and deadlines.
• Support and develop
  —create a local leadership team through delegation, coaching, and mentoring.
• Decisiveness
  —make day‑to‑day choices that ensure project progress, knowing when to inform others or seek support.

• Seniority level
  :
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type
  :
  Full‑time
• Job function
  :
  Information Technology
• Industries
  :
  Utilities

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