GIS Analyst

About Us

North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced GIS Analyst to join our GIS Team which is part of the wider Business Intelligence Service. This is an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of high-quality spatial data, analysis, and automation that underpins key council services including planning, transport, environment and strategic decision-making.

In this role, you will work alongside other GIS Analysts to provide robust mapping and data transformation services for the Council. A core requirement of this role is practical experience using FME (Feature Manipulation Engine) to automate spatial data workflows, integrate datasets, and improve data quality and efficiency across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver GIS analysis, mapping and spatial data solutions to support council services and statutory functions.
• Design, develop, and maintain FME workflows to automate data transformation, validation, and integration.
• Manage, maintain, and improve spatial datasets ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with standards.
• Produce high-quality maps and spatial outputs for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the development of GIS services, tools, and best practice across the Council.
• Work collaboratively with service teams to understand requirements and translate them into effective GIS solutions.

Work Style

At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.

This role falls into the category of Mobile/Field Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:

• 0-1 day in the office
• Includes field workers who primarily work remotely.
• Comes into the office for meetings or focused work. Virtual connections with the team are essential, with portable technology supporting work on the go.

About You

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about GIS, and who possesses the following skills and experience:

Essential Criteria:

• Demonstrable experience working as a GIS Analyst or in a similar role.
• Hands-on experience using FME, including building and maintaining automated workflows.
• Strong experience with GIS Software (QGIS or equivalent platforms) and SQL.
• Experience managing, analysing, and visualising spatial data.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience working in a local authority or public-sector environment.
• Experience of FME Flow for data integration and automation.
• Knowledge of databases or spatial data services (WMS/WFS).

What We Offer

At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible working arrangements
• Local Government Pension
• Opportunities for professional development
• Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums
• Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year
• Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team
• Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes

Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.

How to Apply

If you share our vision and valuesand are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.

Contact Information

For further information about the role, please contact Aaron Jones, GIS Manager, at Aaron.Jones@n-somerset.gov.uk

Important Information

As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.

Interview Date: Wednesday 18 March 2026.

Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.

Equal Opportunities

At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.