Overview
Assistant GIS Analyst – Pontypridd, South Wales
Salary: £25,000 -£27,000
Basis: Full time
Equal Opportunities
At Transport for Wales we value diversity. It makes us stronger, helps us understand our customers better, make better decisions and be more innovative. Everyone’s different and has their own perspective so we’re building a diverse team that mirrors the communities we serve. Through this we’re determined to be one of Wales’ leading inclusive employers. We’re creating an inclusive transport network that everyone in Wales can be proud of.
Who we are
At Transport for Wales, we’re on a mission to transform transport in Wales and make it fit for the future, whether that’s rail, bus, walking or cycling. We want to inspire a nation to change the way it travels, so that we all travel more sustainably and help to combat the climate emergency we’re all facing.
We’re an open and inclusive place to work, where everyone is welcome and our people are supported to reach their full potential. We want to create an environment where our people can grow and succeed. This is key to enabling us to deliver on the promises we’ve made to the people of Wales to build a sustainable transport network that meets their needs.
Role responsibilities
Undertake a variety of geospatial tasks within Transport for Wales including map production, spatial analysis, data management and web application development to support project delivery across the organisation.
- Prepare user-focused maps, graphics and data visualisations, using specialist GIS software such as ArcGIS Pro or ArcGIS Enterprise, to present a range of datasets or analysis in a clear and logical way.
- Undertake spatial analysis and data manipulation, by combining datasets and developing analytical tools or workflows using software tools such as ArcGIS Pro and FME Form, to provide data insights and help analyse potential patterns and trends.
- Support the Head of GIS in maintaining the corporate GIS data store, by sourcing new data and updating existing datasets within our central Enterprise Geodatabases, to ensure TfW can provide an efficient GIS and mapping service.
- Assist with the administration and update of WebGIS applications, using ArcGIS Enterprise and VertiGIS Studio software, to ensure colleagues, stakeholders and clients have access to the most up-to-date and accurate data sources for decision-making.
Who we’re looking for
- Degree level qualification in GIS or a relevant numerate subject with a GIS focus such as Geography, Data Science, Environmental Science, Engineering.
- Experience of using Esri desktop GIS software (ArcGIS Pro or ArcMap) for map production and spatial analysis using geoprocessing tools.
- Good understanding of spatial data management and fundamental concepts of GIS.
- An ability to think creatively and logically to develop innovative and timely solutions to spatial analysis problems.
Welsh Language Skills
The ability to speak/write Welsh would make a great addition to your application, but it is not essential for this role.
Transport for Wales supports and promotes the use of the Welsh Language by employees and will encourage them to develop, improve and maintain their Welsh Language skills. We fully support our people who want to improve their Welsh language skills, and personal development for Welsh Language skills are offered in a variety of ways such as online learning, classroom courses and funding attendance at local community courses.
Next steps
Does this role sound like the opportunity you are looking for? Do you want to find out more? See attached Job Description for further details.
Transport for Wales is a disability leader. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may need in the recruitment process or as part of the role if you are successful.
This advert will close at midnight on the day of the application closing date stated above. We do encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.
Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
Note that you must hold the permanent right to work in the UK. We are not currently able to provide sponsorship.**
IMPORTANT: Before applying for this role, please make sure you have the right to work in the country where the role is based. Unless it clearly stipulates within in the job advert above that the hiring company is looking to or able to sponsor applicants it is deemed that the hiring employer will only consider applications from those able to comply with and work in the country where the role is based.
