Job title: Geospatial Solutions Lead
Ref: 39671
Division: Digital Transformation
Location: Hybrid - Clearwater Court - RG1 8DB
Contract type: Permanent
Full/Part-time: Full-time or part-time
Salary: Offering up to £75,000 per annum depending on experience
Job grade: C
Closing date: 30/01/2025
The Geospatial Solutions Lead will play a crucial role in leading a team of 8 professional GIS Developers to deliver work backlogs in an agile way of working, whilst ensuring the effective utilisation of spatial data to support decision-making processes within Thames Water.
What you’ll be doing as a Geospatial Solutions Lead
* Lead, motivate, and performance manage a team of 8 GIS Developers and technicians specialised in the water and waste utilities sector.
* Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of GIS projects ensuring alignment with Thames Water priorities and project requirements.
* Collaborate with project managers and senior stakeholders across the business to define project scopes, budgets (OPEX and CAPEX), and timelines.
* Provide business contextual guidance and support to GIS team members to improve business understanding and quality of outcomes.
* Cultivate a collaborative and inclusive team environment that encourages innovation and problem-solving.
* Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure seamless integration of GIS solutions.
Working pattern – 36 hours Monday to Friday
What you should bring to the role
* Extensive experience with GIS implementation and management.
* A proficiency in GIS software and tools relevant to water and waste utilities, such as Esri ArcGIS for Water Utilities or similar platforms.
* Awareness of advanced spatial analysis techniques that support asset management, network planning, and environmental monitoring.
* Able to adhere to relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards governing GIS practices in the water and waste utilities sector.
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geography, GIS, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
* Experience in a leadership role within the water and waste utilities or similar sector.
What’s in it for you?
* Competitive salary of up to £75,000 per annum depending on experience.
* Annual Leave: 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
* Car Allowance: £5800.
* Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
* Private Medical Health Care.
* Access to various benefits to help you take care of your health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers, and life assurance.
Thames Water is the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive.
We’re a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and excellent benefits.
Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.
Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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