Geospatial Solutions Lead

The Geospatial Solutions Lead will play a crucial role in leading a team of 8 professional GIS Developers to deliver work backlogs in an agile way of working, whilst ensuring the effective utilisation of spatial data to support decision-making processes within Thames Water.

What you’ll be doing as a Geospatial Solutions Lead

• Lead, motivate, and performance manage a team of 8 GIS Developers and technicians specialised in water and waste utilities sector.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of GIS projects and ensuring alignment with Thames Water priorities and project requirements
• Collaborate with project managers and senior stakeholders across the business to define project scopes, budgets (OPEX and CAPEX), and timelines.
• Where necessary provide business contextual guidance and support to GIS team members to improve business understanding and quality of outcomes.
• Cultivate a collaborative and inclusive team environment that encourages innovation and problem-solving.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure seamless integration of GIS solutions.

Base location – Hybrid – Clear Water Court Reading
Working pattern – 36 hours Monday to Friday

What you should bring to the role

• Extensive experience with GIS implementation and management
• A proficiency in GIS software and tools relevant to water and waste utilities, such as Esri ArcGIS for Water Utilities or similar platforms
• Awareness of advanced spatial analysis techniques that support asset management, network planning, and environmental monitoring
• Able to adhere to relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards governing GIS practices in the water and waste utilities sector

Desirable

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geography, GIS, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Experience in a leadership role within the water and waste utilities or similar sector

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary of up to £65,000 per annum depending on experience
• Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
• Car Allowance of £5800
• Annual Bonus – 15% on target
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON
• Private Medical Health Care
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

Find out more about our benefits and perks

Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
Whether you’re interested in a role in one of our call centres or science labs, we’re looking for people like you with real passion and a burning desire to make things better.

So, if you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is great, diverse and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process. Our aim is to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.