GIS Engineer

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Brief Description

Role: GIS Engineer (Geospatial)

Duration: Permanent

Location: This role is based in The Quadrant:MK. This role is a full-time opportunity, flexible working patterns will be considered. We are currently working a hybrid format. You must live within 90 minutes of The Quadrant.

Band & Salary: Band 4C £43,588 - £49,037 (Subject to experience)

Closing date: 22nd December 2024. On occasions, we may need to close the advert early based upon application volumes. Late applications may not be accepted.

Next Steps: Interviews will be held W/C 13th January 2025 depending on business requirements.

Some of our great benefits:

1. Flexible/hybrid working arrangements considered.
2. Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.
3. Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.
4. Defined benefit pension scheme.
5. 75% subsidy on train tickets.
6. Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.
7. Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.
8. Plus more....

About the role (External)

We are recruiting for a specific role within the team, and we need an enthusiastic, motivated and inspiring individual to join our team. The GIS role will mostly involve supporting our Mining Team, who manage all of the Network Rail [NR] legacy mining records, which are currently accessed via Geographical Information Systems [GIS] /Geospatial data management systems. The role will also provide support to our internal NR Works Delivery and Capital Delivery Services teams as well.

We are seeking an individual with strong GIS, data management skills and communication skill with an ability to communicate technical issues to non-technical staff. The applicant should have a UK Driving Licence. There will be an opportunity for the right candidate to develop in the role, with the support of the wider team.

About the team

Technical Authority's purpose is to support our front line to deliver safe and efficient performance for passengers and freight.

The Mining team are Network Rail's technical experts in respect of mineral extraction; the team develops the mining policy [see 2019, Mining Risk Management Policy this is also attached in the IRC] and in collaboration, drafts mining standards. They provide technical advice to the routes and the assurance framework against which the mineral extraction and landfill risk is managed. They are the custodian of Network Rail's mining information archive and provide factual and interpretative mining reports based on this and other information available to the team.

Who are we looking for?

We're looking for a GIS Engineer with strong experience with ArcGIS systems and data management standards background, to provide design, development, implementation and support for our existing systems to deliver the Technical Authority's [Mining Team] operational requirements.

This role will support the existing data management and will develop the approach to providing mining hazard information to internal and external partners. The role will use a wide variety of Geospatial systems [and software] for determining and managing legacy mining risks. The role is wide-ranging covering data collection, management, and dissemination of digital mining data whilst supporting the requirements outlined by Network Rail's policy and standards.

What does the average day look like?

As the focal point for best practices and technical advice, you will supply pre-construction mining information to internal and external stakeholders, deliver timely updates to Network Rail's Mining Hazard Database and Geographical Information Systems. Acting as the technical specialist for the management and analysis of geospatial mining data for the rail network you will support the Mining Team in the delivery of their operational processes and manage the records associated with this.

You will contribute towards continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the productivity of the team and help ensure compliance with legislation and Network Rail's Policy and Standards.

Essential Criteria

1. Degree or equivalent qualification or demonstrate equivalent experience in Geographical Information Systems or Geospatial Asset Management or a related discipline.
2. Substantial experience in a relevant Esri ArcGIS Platforms engineering area.
3. Sound knowledge of relevant NR policies and standards.
4. An understanding of safety management systems and risk assessment techniques.

Desirable

1. Equivalent qualification preferably in Geographical Information Systems or Geospatial Asset Management or a related discipline.
2. Experience in using ArcGIS, ArcGIS Pro, FME, python or other coding languages.
3. Knowledge of asset and information digital management of records.
4. Knowledge of the storage of data management and data quality issues.
5. A working knowledge / understanding of mining, geology or geotechnical engineering.
6. Proven ability to work systematically and meet deadlines.

How to apply (External)

Additional Information...

We're an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone!

We're also a Disability Confident Leader employer and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our Safety Vision.

Visit Evenbreak's Career Hive should you need accessibility support to apply or require any reasonable adjustments, please email RecruitmentSupport@networkrail.co.uk.

BPSS

As an arm's length department of the UK Government, Network Rail is required to comply with a well-established pre-employment vetting process for all prospective employees. Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks require prospective employees of Network Rail to meet the following requirements:

1. Provide eligibility to work in the UK and identity documentation.
2. Complete a satisfactory 3-year employment history check.
3. Complete a satisfactory unspent criminal conviction disclosure check for more information regarding BPSS pre-employment related checks, please visit the UK Government website for further information - UK Government - BPSS Checks.

Network Rail welcomes applications regardless of age, disability, marital status (including civil partnerships), pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status, sex (or gender), employment status, trade union affiliation, or another factor.