GIS Specialist

GIS Specialist This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing division with a pipeline of large projects and ambitious targets. Role Overview We have an exciting opportunity for a GIS Specialist to join our Land Referencing and GIS team. Sitting within the Rural & Projects (R&P) division, we support the delivery of large scale utilities and infrastructure projects across the UK. The volume of this work has scaled rapidly in a short space of time and the GIS platform and team is evolving and expanding to keep pace with this demand. You will have real opportunity to influence the development of tools, standards and processes that can operate at scale whilst contributing meaningfully to a range of projects in the energy and utilities sectors. Key Responsibilities This is a home-based position and your focus will be in the following areas: · Delivering cartography and spatial analysis to support national infrastructure planning, land acquisition, stakeholder engagement, and statutory processes. · Data management (spatial and non-spatial). · Creation and management of cloud hosted web GIS applications. · Development and ongoing revision of GIS technical standards. · Identifying opportunities to automate workflows using Python and FME. · Contributing to the development of improved project management tools and methodologies. · Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams and IT support functions to ensure that GIS systems, processes, tools and outputs meet the needs of project delivery. We’re looking for individuals with a genuine interest in using GIS in innovative and interesting ways. You don’t need to be an expert at everything, but you need to have the drive and aptitude to pick up new skills quickly and enjoy identifying and implementing solutions to technical challenges. You will have experience using QGIS, cloud hosted GIS platforms (ArcGIS Online, groundMapper, LandApp), and knowledge of or exposure to workflow automation using Python and FME. In addition, you will be able to analyse spatial data to produce technically accurate analytical outputs and visually appealing maps to support decision making by colleagues and clients. You will be able to communicate effectively with internal and external clients, be calm under pressure and demonstrate the ability to prioritise effectively whilst upholding meticulous attention to detail. We are looking for an individual who will thrive as part of a friendly and collegiate team with a real interest in what they do and a commitment to delivering consistently high levels of service. Why Join Us? · Be part of a growing division with a pipeline of large projects and ambitious targets. · Contribute to the development of an enterprise GIS platform to support major project delivery. · Small, engaged team where collaboration and continuous improvement are valued. · Training provision to help you grow as a professional, keep up to date with developments in the wider GIS industry and support towards professional accreditation. · Be part of an organisation known for its people, expertise, and commitment to quality and client service. Click here to download the full job specification. Please ensure you read this before applying. What we offer you: Career and Professional Development 25-30 Days Annual Leave, depending on grade Life Assurance Private Medical Scheme Virtual GP Global Mobility Scheme Rewards Platform Company Pension Scheme Enhanced Incremental Annual Leave Find out more about Savills offer Team Overview The Rural & Projects (R&P) division is one of the most diverse and specialist areas of the business, covering a wide range of services including rural estate management, energy and infrastructure projects, planning, consultancy, and environmental services. Operating across a UK-wide network of offices, the division supports a broad client base ranging from private landowners and farmers to corporate organisations and investors. You will join a collaborative GIS team with a commitment to delivering high levels of service. You will have the opportunity to meaningfully shape the tools, systems and processes used to support major project delivery, now and in the future and contribute to a range of projects in the energy and utilities sectors. This role does not meet the salary criteria for skilled worker visa sponsorship(click link to check exemptions ). To be eligible to apply for this role you must hold your own right to work in the UK. Please take the time to check here that you're able to make a new application to us now. Our employees act with honesty and integrity so we expect the same from you. We take any attempts to circumvent this policy very seriously. Recruitment agencies Savills only pay agency fees where we have a signed agreement in place and that agency has been previously contacted and directed by a member of our recruitment team. We do not pay agency fees when speculative and unsolicited CVs are submitted to Savills or any of our employees other than via our careers website and through our recruitment process. If this is not adhered to, agency fees will not be paid. Submission of any unsolicited CVs or proposals to Savills will be deemed evidence of full and unlimited acceptance of this approach. Business area Rural & Projects Role Rural Infrastructure Locations Ayr, Edinburgh, Scotland Wide (Flexible), Glasgow, Perth Contract Type Permanent, Full time Remote Status This role is expected to be mainly working from home Salary Competitive Our offer Holiday We understand the importance of a work life balance and offer you a generous holiday entitlement, which increases throughout your career as you progress through our job levels or reach service milestones. Health Your wellbeing and that of your family is as important to us as it is to you. We offer Virtual Gp, Digital Health, Private Medical Scheme and mental health support amongst other benefits. Lifestyle We promote a healthy work life balance, supported by our approach to flexible working and our wide variety of health, wellbeing and social programmes. Our Offer Read more about our benefits and culture in our offer overview below Values No matter the role you’re in, we all share one purpose: to help people thrive through places and spaces. This is built into our DNA, shaping the way we behave to deliver the best results. We define it by four key values: ​ ​ We listen: Tell us your goals and aspirations and we’ll provide the support you need to achieve them. We appreciate the individual value of every team member and create an environment where you can reach your full potential. ​ ​ We empower: Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve. 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