GIS Analyst - Exeter - Bowerford Associates

Description

We are searching for a GIS Analyst / Data Analyst for an extremely exciting technology and data focused business.

The role is offered on a hybrid basis - you will be required to attend meetings and work at the clients Exeter office as and when required (circa 2 or 3 times per month, more if you wish).You will therefore need to live within a commutable distance of Exeter to be considered for this position or you will be able to relocate to the area.

Please note, this is NOT a remote role.

Is this position you are responsible for a set of datasets that underpin various digital products and services.You will ensure the quality of these datasets and provide support to the wider business.

You will be identifying and implementing data improvements whilst performing maintenance activities on the datasets - collaborating with colleagues and sharing ideas and experiences in vital to success

Working as a GIS Analyst / Data Analyst you will need to be inquisitive with a desire to understand and resolve problems.You will also be a strong communicator with the ability to plan, allocate and manage workloads for yourself and other team members.

You will also have the following:

• A qualification in either a GIS or Data related discipline or equivalent professional experience.
• Practical experience of working in a data analysis role, a data curation role or a data focused GIS role.
• Experience of developing ETL/ELT processes with the ability to follow best data governance practises - you will be problem-solving and finding efficiencies in existing data pipelines using FME Form and FME Flow.
• Knowledge and experience of languages such as SQL and Python (or similar) is required.
• Practical experience of database technologies such as Oracle, SQL Server or PostgreSQL/GIS is a distinct bonus.
• Experience in cloud-based data tooling/storage is a real bonus.

The role comes with the following benefits package:

• 25 days holiday, with optional 5 days unpaid leave per year.
• Free parking when at office.
• Annual lifestyle allowance.
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Gym Flex Scheme.
• Internal coaching/mentoring system throughout your time here.
• Focus on training and career progression.
• Family friendly policies.
• Flexible working.

*Experience of working with FME, either FME Form or FME Flow, or both, commercially or academically, is required for this role.

Please note, to be considered for this opportunity you MUST have the Right to Work in the UK long-term without company sponsorship.
KEYWORDS
Data Analyst, GIS Analyst, ETL, ELT, FME, FME Form, FME Flow, SQL, Python, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, GIS, Geospatial, Cloud Tooling, Cloud Storage.

Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position.
No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

Bowerford Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.