GIS Technician

Mile End, Essex
UK Power Networks (Operations) Ltd
Job Title: GIS Technician

Reference Number – 79448

This GIS Technician will report to the GIS Team Leader and will work within the Strategy Regulation and Support Services – Geospatial Network Records directorate based in either our Colchester or Crawley office. You will be a permanent employee.

You will attract a salary of 37,165.00 and a bonus of 3%. This role can also offer blended working after probationary period (6 months) – 3 days in the office and 2 remote

Close Date: 27/08/2024

We also provide the following additional benefits

• 23 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays
• Personal Pension Plan – Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%)
• Tenancy Loan Deposit scheme
• Tax efficient benefits: cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Occupational Health support
• Switched On – scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers products.
• Discounted access to sports and social clubs
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Job Purpose

You will undertake technical analysis of information provided by field staff and use that information to make updates and amendments to the digital representation of the network configuration and topology including non-complex data capture within the Geographic Information System (GIS) – NetMAP.

The technical analysis involves you using defined criteria to assess the quality and suitability of the information provided against the Data Capture Specification.

Principal Accountabilities

• Assess red-line drawings (and associated information) for accuracy and completeness.
• Delivery of the GIS updates within the defined Service Level Agreements for timeliness and quality.
• Resolve problems with asset information through the use of IT and other information management resources.
• Monitor and validate the data provided by field staff and cleanse data.
• Validate entries in SAP PM, NetMAP and PowerOn/ADMS collaborating with field staff, Network Control and the Asset Registration team.
• Resolve discrepancies in data and minimise inaccuracies.
• Undertake technical assurance of updated GIS records to ensure compliance with associated processes, procedures and the Data Capture Specification.
• Oversee the management and update of the GIS (NetMAP) and associated systems to reflect all changes to the electrical network and associated geographic mapping.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations concerning the maintenance and retention of our asset information.
• Be a Technical expert for the business about GIS records.
• Create reports and implement bulk data updates in SAP PM using Winshuttle

Nature & Scope

The GIS Technician works within the Geospatial Network Records (GNR) Team within the Enterprise Data Management (EDM) department of the Strategy Regulation and Support Services directorate.

Asset information is a combination of data about our physical assets, used to inform decisions about how they are managed, both for short term operational purposes and for long term strategic planning. The EDM function determines asset information requirements within an asset management context, how it is collected, stored and analysed, and communicated both internally and externally to our partners and regulator.

Good asset information is crucial to a safe and efficient operation of our business. It is necessary for accurate and informed decision-making for when and how we should invest in and operate our network, ensures the safe operation of our assets through maintenance, and guarantees accurate reporting to the regulator concerning both our investment plans and associated achievement.

You will be an important member of a diverse team, ensuring that our asset registration systems are updated and maintained to ensure the accuracy of our asset records and providing associated support to the wider business.

You will build relationships with partners throughout the business.

Qualifications & Experience

• A GIS relevant level 3 (‘A’ Level) qualification, or equivalent experience or demonstrating a willingness to achieve such a qualification.
• Minimum of level 2 (GCSE) qualification or equivalent in Maths and English
• A practical understanding of the electricity distribution network, plant & equipment at all voltages.
• Knowledge or experience in GIS data capture, the network records and business rules associated with updating NetMAP.
• Experience in the use and application of our core asset systems (SAP PM / Ellipse, NetMAP and PowerOn ADMS) is desirable.
• Knowledge of the UK Power Networks asset hierarchy.
• Comprehension of current data related legislation and regulations.
• Comprehension of regulatory framework and associated reporting.
• Correctly interpret technical data supplied from a wide range of field staff and contractors and to understand when data supplied could be inaccurate.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.