GIS Technician

Overview

Manage GIS data, produce maps, support land acquisition for HS2 rail project.

Key Responsibilities

• data capture
• map preparation
• gis analysis
• standards coordination
• spec development
• qa management

Tasks

-Manage capture and processing of L&P acquisition records including registered titles, possessed land, land acquired under discretionary schemes, compulsory acquisition including material detriment, blight notices and payments made under discretionary property schemes (home owner payments, cash offer payments); -Lead preparation of maps and plans for land hand-back, land transfers and disposals; -Derive additional datasets through advanced GIS analysis and processing; -Lead interface between Land & Property and the corporate HS2 BIM/GIS team to ensure standards are maintained; -Assist with design, development and implementation of new or enhanced data specifications, standards and processes; -Provide point of technical expertise within the Land Assembly team, and provide support to other areas of Land & Property as required; -Actively promote and embed Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work, and support and comply with all organisational initiatives, policies and procedures on EDI. -Adhere to HS2 GIS standards and specifications, through implementation and management of effective quality assurance processes; -Lead collaborative working with PSC to improve efficiency and accuracy of spatial data delivery;’ -Assure spatial data delivered by the Land Referencing Consultants (PSC) to defined HS2 standards;

Requirements

• arcgis
• arcmap
• excel
• gis automation
• data capture
• database design

What You Bring

-Knowledge of GIS task automation. -Attention to detail and accuracy; -Experience of writing macros to assist with GIS operations e.g. plan production; -Ability to coordinate groups of stakeholders and agree requirements; -Understanding of database design; -Experience of operating within a project/programme environment. -Ability to analyse and manipulate data within a Geographical Information System and digital mapping environment; -Ability to work in a team and independently when required -GIS data management skills, including digitising and data capture, analysis and assurance, and preparation of data schemas; -Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS 10.3.1 desktop applications -Understanding of data capture and assurance techniques; -Experience of capturing, analysing and assuring spatial data using Excel (or equivalent), GIS and database reporting tools; -Experience of ArcMap within infrastructure projects;

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About Hs2 (High Speed Two) Ltd

-Transforming the UK’s rail network with the vision of connecting cities through high-speed rail. -Aiming to increase capacity, improve connectivity, and stimulate economic growth across the country. -Construction is underway for the first phase, connecting London to the West Midlands, with additional phases planned to reach further northern cities. -Focusing on advanced infrastructure and cutting-edge technology to deliver a future-proof transportation system. -Expected to provide significant job opportunities and create thousands of skilled roles in construction and engineering. -High-speed rail line will reduce travel times, making travel between major cities faster, greener, and more reliable. -Ambition is to deliver a world-class rail experience while supporting sustainability with energy-efficient technologies. -Represents one of Europe’s largest and most significant infrastructure projects, pushing the boundaries of engineering and design.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-no visa sponsorship offered; applicants must already have the right to work in the uk. -certain time‑bound visas are not accepted.

Security Clearance

-pre‑employment checks include nationality & immigration status verification. -employment references will be checked. -dbs (disclosure and barring service) check will be conducted. -financial and education checks will be performed.