Data Management, CAD and GIS Systems Technician

Job Description

Organisation: Leicestershire County Council

Work Location: County Hall, Glenfield, Leicester, LE3 8RA

Salary: £28,605 - £31,029 per annum (pro rata for part-time) (Pay award pending)

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 7th June 2026

Interview Date(s): TBC

Are you an experienced AutoCAD technician who is looking for their next challenge?

Do you want a role that will enable you to further advance your 2D AutoCAD and GIS skills whilst also developing your understanding of strategic asset management functions?

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join the Data Management and Information Team within Strategic Property Services.

As a Data Management, CAD, and GIS Systems Technician, you will support the successful delivery of the Council's Corporate Asset Management Plan by using your technical knowledge to help develop, manage, and maintain our asset management systems.

Day-to-day your role will include:

• Completing on-site measured surveys of properties across the county to prepare accurate 2D AutoCAD floor plans.
• Responding to internal and external land ownership enquiries by checking ownership data from title deeds and Land Registry documents.
• Using the Property Asset Management System and other related systems to accurately record core property data as well as assisting with the identification of issues and contributing to their resolution and reconciliation between systems.
• Supporting and implementing changes to internal systems used by the Data Management and Information Team whilst ensuring integrity of information, including co-ordinating testing, and developing guidance.
• Assisting with system administration including the training of users in the day-to-day operation of the system to enable easy access and use of property data.
• Supporting with the creation of GIS plans during busy time periods.

You may, on occasion, be required to work outside of normal working hours.

About You

To apply for this post, you must be able to evidence in your application how you meet the following criteria:

• Hold a BSC qualification in Architectural Technology and Practice and/or AutoCAD City and Guilds minimum Level 2 (2D Computer Aided Design), or a BTEC Higher / NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant subject (e.g., Civil Engineering Geography, Planning, Surveying, Information Management).
• Have experience of using 2D AutoCAD or GIS systems (AutoCAD is preferred) as well as Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Have knowledge of building and construction or Geographical Information Systems plus an understanding of the issues facing local government.
• Have good numerical skills and the ability to analyse and interpret data with a focus on accuracy and quality, as well as experience of the production of information to support strategic and operational business management.
• Have good communication, planning and organisational skills and experience of dealing with a range of customers and of promoting continuous improvement.
• Be proactive, with a flexible approach to working whilst meeting deadlines and the ability to use your initiative and be accountable when dealing with requests and finding solutions.
• Hold a current valid UK driving licence or be able to travel between sites to complete visits.

In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process.

Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer.

Interested in Flexible Working?

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below.

For more information or an informal discussion, please contact:

Helen Chivers, Data Management & Information Team

Email: helen.chivers@leics.gov.uk

How to Apply

At Leicestershire County Council we’re looking for top talent from all walks of life. Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, and whatever your background - we care about what you bring to our organisation, not just what’s on your CV. That’s why we’ve designed a recruitment process that’s fair, accessible, and focused on potential. And with benefits that support people at every age and stage of life, we make sure you can thrive - both personally and professionally.

If you share our passion to make a difference for the people of Leicestershire, we’d love to hear from you. Click the apply button to submit your application, ensuring that you upload a supporting statement that explains how you meet the criteria listed in the ‘About You’ section above. Without this information, we won’t be able to assess your suitability for the role, and your application will be rejected. For tips on how to write your statement, see the How to Apply section on our career site.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post or you want to request an application pack in an alternative format, please contact our Employee Service Centre by telephoning 0300 3030222 (select option 2) or raising a ticket via our online portal: https://emss.org.uk/support.

By applying for this post, you agree to our Terms and Conditions.

About us

About Leicestershire County Council

At Leicestershire County Council, we're committed to making a real difference in people's lives. Our aim is to work with communities and partners to deliver public services that make Leicestershire the best possible place to live and work for everyone.

Our employees play a key role in supporting this goal and helping us deliver the vital services we provide to the people of Leicestershire. Whether you're starting your career or looking for your next challenge, you'll find a place with us where your ideas are valued, and your work has purpose.

For further information on what it’s like to work for us and the benefits we offer, please refer to the following:

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