GIS and Address Manager

GIS and Address Manager

Scale 10/MMA - £35,508 - £47,956
37 Hours

Are you a GIS and or Address Management expert with a passion for innovation and a proven ability to manage teams? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your leadership can make a real difference? If so, we want you on our team!

About the role

As our GIS and Address Manager you will play a key role in:

• Maintaining and enhancing our Local Land and Property Gazetteer, ensuring address accuracy and accessibility.
• Managing Street Naming and Numbering requests, streamlining the process and upholding clear guidelines.
• Providing expert GIS support across the Council, creating maps, analysing data, and developing impactful visualisations.
• Contributing to cutting-edge projects, from data digitisation to implementing innovative GIS solutions.

This management role extends beyond our own borders.  You will have the unique opportunity to forge a strong partnership with Reigate and Banstead Council who we have partnered with to manage the day to day operations of their gazetteer and street naming services.

About you

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced GIS or Address Management professional with a proven track record in leadership. You will possess in-depth knowledge of GIS principles, data management, and best practices. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are essential. Most importantly, you'll be a visionary leader with a passion for technology and its potential to solve real life challenges within a community setting.

This is a challenging and rewarding role that will give you the opportunity to use your skills and experience to make a real difference to the Council. The work you do will help us to improve the way we deliver services to our residents. You will be helping to make our streets safer, our communities more connected, and our environment more sustainable. You will be leading a team of talented and dedicated professionals, and you will have the opportunity to learn and grow in your career.  If you think that you have what it takes to excel in this role, then we'd like to hear from you.

About Runnymede

Runnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward- thinking attitude and award-winning departments. As a Borough Council, we are committed to our four core values and goals which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects.  We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision. 

The Civic Centre offices are based in Addlestone, Surrey, a short drive from the M25 J11. Addlestone is also served directly by trains from Woking, Reading and London Waterloo.

Benefits

• Hybrid working 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home
• Flexible working 7am-7pm (Core hours are 10-11.30am & 2.30pm-4pm) and Flexi-leave
• 28 Days annual leave, plus 8 days bank holidays and 1 extra day at Christmas
• Excellent Pension Scheme, including access to an Advanced Voluntary Contributions
• Free Parking
• Training and development opportunities
• Payment of one professional membership per annum
• Cycle to work + further related discounts
• Season ticket loan
• UK Healthcare plan after 1 years’ service
• Dental insurance plan after 3 years’ service

How to apply

To apply for this vacancy, click the “Apply Online” link.

We are passionate about building an inclusive and diverse workforce and we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities. If it is difficult for you to apply online, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk or on 01932 425527 who will be able to assist you.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Stephen Bowen, Head of Digital Innovation at Stephen.bowen@runnymede.gov.uk or 01932 425631

Closing date: Friday 29^th November 2024

Interview date: W/C 9^th December 2024

Runnymede Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults with care support needs and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be requested to present your identification at the interview stage and there will be several checks conducted during the onboarding process inclusive of an enhanced DBS check for specified roles.