GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SYSTEM (GIS) ANALYST
London Borough of Barking and Dagenham
About this job
<p>We’re seeking a <strong>GIS Technical Systems Officer</strong> to join our team and help deliver cutting-edge geospatial services across LBBD. Reporting to the GIS Senior Technical System Administrator, you’ll be responsible for ensuring our ESRI-based GIS infrastructure runs smoothly, securely, and efficiently — supporting both day-to-day operations and strategic projects.</p> <p>You’ll work with modern technologies including <strong>ArcGIS Online, ArcServer, and Azure-hosted geodatabases</strong>, managing data flows from internally curated datasets to external sources such as Ordnance Survey.</p> <p>What You’ll Do</p> <ul> <li>Maintain and support LBBD’s ESRI GIS platforms, including Azure geodatabases, ArcServer deployments, and ArcGIS Online integrations.</li> <li>Manage complex data pipelines across the Council, ensuring integrity, security, and performance.</li> <li>Act as the technical point of contact for BAU support and project delivery.</li> <li>Provide product management insight, advising stakeholders on GIS technical matters.</li> <li>Install client software and resolve first- and second-line user issues.</li> <li>Drive continuous improvement and innovation in GIS operations.</li> </ul>
Special requirements for this post
<p>A basic DBS Check is required. This is a hybrid working role and all employees are expected to be in the office at least 3 days a week.</p>
About you
<p>In IT Services we strive to build high performing teams which can only be achieved by having the right people onboard. You’ll bring strong technical knowledge of the ESRI platform and related geospatial tools. Ideally, you will have experience in:</p> <ul> <li>ArcGIS Online – managing web maps, apps, and services for internal and external stakeholders.</li> <li>ArcServer deployments – publishing and maintaining map services, managing server configuration, overseeing patching cycles, and leading upgrade projects to ensure secure, scalable, and high-performing deployments.</li> <li>Azure geodatabases – administering cloud-based spatial databases, maintaining integrity, performance, and scalability.</li> <li>ArcGIS Pro – advanced desktop GIS analysis, data editing, and cartographic production.</li> <li>FME (Feature Manipulation Engine) – automating complex data workflows, integrating multiple formats, and streamlining data processing.</li> <li>Ordnance Survey datasets – incorporating and refreshing external datasets alongside internally managed data.</li> <li>Spatial data management – ensuring stability, security, and accessibility of GIS data across the Council.</li> <li>Front-end integration – connecting back-end systems with user-facing applications to deliver intuitive GIS solutions.</li> </ul> <p>Our DRIVE values are the guiding principles and standards that we want every Barking and Dagenham Council employee to bring to their working life every day. No matter what job you do, every single one of us is here to help improve the borough and residents should be driving everything that we do, including how you engage with you colleagues, your team, peers, external parties etc. Our DRIVE values are:</p> <ul> <li>Deliver the best outcomes for residents whenever we can.</li> <li>Respond to residents’ needs in a helpful and friendly way.</li> <li>Inspire others and ourselves to achieve their best.</li> <li>Value residents when making decisions.</li> <li>Engage with residents and colleagues in the best way we can.</li> </ul>
About us
<p>Our long-term shared vision for the future of Barking and Dagenham is to transform it into a place that residents can be proud of, where they desire to live, work, study, and remain. A crucial aspect of this vision involves enhancing efficiency and achieving cost savings by comprehending the technology and data requirements of council services, thereby providing them with the best possible support. This commitment aligns with our goal of creating One Borough, One Community, where no one is left behind. Over the next two decades, we will collaborate to drive positive change and improvements that benefit everyone in our community2. Additionally, our joint health and wellbeing strategy aims to improve residents’ health and reduce inequalities, ensuring that they not only survive but thrive3. Furthermore, as we prepare a new Local Plan for Barking and Dagenham, we envision a transformation that extends to 2037, setting targets for housing and job growth while harnessing the borough’s potential within London4ta needs of Council services an best support them.</p>