We adopt a name blind approach to shortlisting. Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made - please note that this also includes any CV uploaded. Equality monitoring information is not accessible by recruiting managers at any stage. Organisation Kirklees Directorate Place Service Area Skills & Regeneration Hours 37 Number of Jobs 1 Location(s) Hybrid/Civic Centre 1, Huddersfield, HD1 2NF Position type Temporary Length of contract December 2026 Grade Grade 10 Salary
£37,035 - £39,513
About The Role
The Planning Policy team is seeking a talented and motivated Spatial Technician to support the development and delivery of our new Local Plan. The role will analyse and present spatial data to support the team as they develop strategies, policies and site allocations.
We recognise the importance spatial data has in supporting the council through the plan process and how information generated from geospatial activities, including data collection, management, analytics, and visualisation helps with robust decision making.
This role will be based in the Planning Policy team but will work alongside the Data and Insight Service Spatial Data Team.
The role will facilitate a more comprehensive and impactful use of spatial data through analytics, and support delivery of information through establishing new standards and ways of working in relation to Desktop GIS and Web GIS tools. Additional opportunities to support with data collection and improving existing datasets and automated processes are also a key feature of this role.
About You
We are looking for someone who is passionate about working with geospatial data. Specifically, those who are analytical, and solution minded and keen to use their skillsets to develop robust geospatial tools and products to meet the unique needs of the council.
You will have proven experience of using GIS methods and be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of spatial data types, sources, appropriate uses, and limitations including the value of metadata and updating data regularly. This extends to within both desktop and web GIS environments, including the importance of visualisation, training, communication, and integration with other business tools. You will have a proven record of problem solving in a geospatial environment.
You will be confident in understanding where geospatial data can be better utilised and analysed, including national data sources and associated legislation. Demonstrating an understanding of the different platforms and tools available across the data lifecycle, from data collection to provision and how these facilitate and support geospatial analytics.
You will demonstrate an ability to approach workflows in an agile and iterative manner, communicating with technical and non-technical colleagues. You will be committed to continuous improvement and have a desire to succeed individually and as part of a team.
If you are looking for a role that is challenging and hugely rewarding, and you have the skills and ambition we are looking for, we would love to hear from you.
About Us
Kirklees is set in the heart of beautiful West Yorkshire and has a growing population of c440,000. With the two major centres of Huddersfield and Dewsbury, it also encompasses several smaller towns. It is well served by both rail and road networks and is in close proximity to Leeds and Manchester.
We are a modern and progressive council, committed to family friendly, flexible and agile ways of working - as well as offering many other benefits including a generous pension scheme and annual leave entitlement of 27.5 days a year (plus public holidays). Were committed to staff development and continuous improvement.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ailsa Stott (Senior Research Officer) at. Please note that from 20th June 2025 to 7th July 2025 enquiries may not be answered.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
In order to be shortlisted for this job please demonstrate how you meet the Employee Specification as detailed on the attached Job Profile - this information needs to be provided in your supporting statement.
Ailsa Stott is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information. We know theres a wealth of talent among people who have a disability and we encourage applications from people with all differing abilities. So, if you need any support completing an application form, or any other format for the application or Job Description please contact the Recruitment Team for help by email: or phone: 01484 221000 and ask for Recruitment.
If you are internal and want to apply for this job as a secondment you must be a substantive employee of the Council with over 6 months continuous service and have successfully completed your probation period.
Applications for secondments will only be accepted if approved by your manager, you will be asked to confirm on your application form that you have the relevant permission. If you are refused permission to apply for a secondment, please contact HR Recruitment to register the refusal.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Closing date
16 July 2025, 11:55 PM
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