Spatial Data Manager

Description

ASA Recruitment are working with our Public Sector client to recruit a Spatial Data Manager to work with the latest spatial technologies and you will take ownership of the day-to-day management of Geostore and the corporate data and metadata it contains. As the Spatial Data Manager you will be responsible for maintaining and updating a large number of datasets from a range of sources.

There are 6 main areas of work the postholder will focus on including:
1. Data and Metadata management
· Lead in the day-to-day maintenance of Geostore user interfaces and data services
· Timetable and implement updates to corporate spatial data holdings

2. Customer engagement and support
· Advise and support customer in their use of corporate spatial data and the Geostore platform
· Contribute in the Geostore service desk provision to resolve issues in a timely manner
· Communicate with users informing them of new data developments, updates and any technical issues

3. Open data
· Manage and maintain the ArcGIS Online site and open data

4. Service development (projects)
· Support the DaaS Manager and Geostore project team in the implementation and roll out of new user functionality, data services and infrastructure improvements

5. Spatial data and mapping support
· Coordinate with colleagues to support spatial data capture, mapping and GIS analysis projects

6. Collaborative working
· Work with teams to deliver a geospatial platform within time constraints and to a high level quality

Essential Skills:
· A degree or a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a spatial data or GIS role
· A good working knowledge and proven track record in using a wide range of Esri technologies including ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Enterprise
· Experience of spatial data management including both vector and raster data types
· Ability to work with large spatial datasets
· Experience of publishing and managing geospatial web services
· A working knowledge of Python or other scripting languages
· Extensive knowledge of Microsoft desktop package

Desirable Skills:
· Knowledge of UK environmental and topographic data including Ordnance Survey data products
· Experience of metadata management and standards
· Service delivery experience
· Project management experience
· Staff management and training experience

If you are interested in this Spatial Data Manager role, please apply by clicking the link below!

ASA Recruitment is one of Scotland’s largest independent multi-sector recruitment agencies. We specialise in providing effective tailored solutions for permanent, contract and temporary employment requirements for our Clients and Candidates. We are members of the REC and are ISO certified.

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