Salary
£39,200 - £49,000 per annum (Depending on Experience)
Location
Washington, Sunderland
About the role
Data & GIS Analyst
Working hours Full time 37 hours per week (flexible working arrangements including part time will be considered
Permanent
Salary from £39,200 – £49,000.
Location Leat House, Washington
We're open to discussing flexible working
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity to join our Wastewater Directorate as a Data & GIS Analyst, supporting the development of our long-term Drainage and Wastewater Management Plan (DWMP).
This role is all about turning data into insight. You'll lead the development and management of spatial datasets and digital tools that help us understand how our drainage systems are performing, where future risks may arise, and how we can plan for a more resilient future.
You'll work with a wide range of data - from environmental and infrastructure datasets to growth forecasts and flood risk information -bringing it together into clear, visual outputs that support decision-making across the business and with external partners.
Whether it's building interactive maps, developing automated data pipelines, or presenting spatial evidence at workshops, your work will help shape how we plan for climate adaptation, environmental protection, and community resilience.
About you
We're looking for someone who's passionate about using data and spatial analysis to solve real-world challenges.
You'll have strong experience working with GIS platforms such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, or QGIS, and be confident managing complex datasets from multiple sources. You'll understand how to build, maintain and share spatial data, and how to use mapping and analysis to support strategic planning within the company and in collaboration with external stakeholders.
You'll also bring:
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
* The ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences
* Experience developing visual tools like dashboards, StoryMaps, or interactive maps
* Familiarity with tools like FME, Python, or SQL for data transformation and automation
* A collaborative mindset, with experience working across teams and with external stakeholders
You may have worked in infrastructure, environmental planning, urban development, or another sector where spatial data plays a key role in decision-making. If you're ready to apply your skills to help deliver long-term environmental outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.
First stage interview will take place online on 17th October
If successful at first stage you will be invited to attend an interview at our office in Durham on 27th October
Here at Northumbrian Water/Essex & Suffolk Water, we embrace and value Diversity, Inclusion and Equity, and encourage all colleagues to bring their most authentic self to work.
Our colleague network groups include our Rainbow Support Network (LGBTQIA+), REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), WiSTEM (Women in STEM) and Thisability (disability and neurodiversity) networks. They provide a safe space for colleagues from diverse backgrounds, welcoming all colleagues regardless of their personal characteristics to participate in valuable conversation that improves our organisational awareness, understanding and inclusivity.
We encourage and welcome all applications, as we strive to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to having diverse communities represented within all our teams, structures, and organisation.
Please note this role will require a DBS to be completed prior to employment
NWG are an inclusive employer who support the rehabilitation of offenders, we will not, however consider candidates who have certain unspent convictions to ensure our commitment to fostering a safe and secure working environment for all OR colleagues, suppliers, customers and third parties.
About us
Here are NWG we strive to make Northumbrian Water Group (NWG) a Great Place to Work, for all. We embrace and value Diversity, Inclusion and Equity and encourage you to bring your full self to work. As an equal opportunity employer we're committed to having a diverse community represented across our business.
We're aware that not everyone will have every skill listed in the job description, however if you have some of the skills listed, we'd encourage you to apply
NWG at a glance:
Our purpose at NWG is caring for the essential needs of our communities and environment, now and for generations to come.
We do this by providing reliable and affordable water and wastewater services for our customers.
We make a positive difference by operating efficiently and investing prudently, to maintain a sustainable and resilient business.
Our vision is to be the national leader in the provision of sustainable water and wastewater services. To support us in achieving our vision, we have five core values which are the guiding principles, defining who we are, what we do and how we do it.
Our benefits
We're a Great Place to Work because of the amazing people who work for us, and to say thank you we offer a range of benefits to colleagues. Our 'Tap Into' benefits include:
* Generous holiday entitlement starting at 26 days plus bank holidays and additional time off on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. There's also the option to buy or sell holidays.
* Company pension scheme, where we'll double match your contributions up to an employer contribution of 11%.
* Free access to local attractions.
* A fantastic discount scheme, with savings on days out, shopping, travel and more.
* Award winning 'Living Well' wellbeing support, including access to a digital GP service for you and your family members.
* Support with sustainable travel – through salary sacrifice cars and a cycle to work scheme.
* Financial wellbeing support – access our community savings scheme, financial education and low cost loans through Salary Finance. We also provide 4 x Life Assurance and an Income Protection Scheme.
* Support with your development – we offer a range of development opportunities, can support you through an interest free qualification loan and we'll even pay for any relevant professional body subscription.
About us
NWG (Northumbrian Water Group) provides water and sewerage services to 2.7 million people in the North East of England as Northumbrian Water, and water services to 1.5 million people in the South East of England as Essex & Suffolk Water.
We are proud to serve our customers and we're committed to delivering great service, putting our customers at the heart of everything we do.
Our values
Our values describe our main principles, qualities and attributes. They are the guiding principles which define who we are, what we do and how we do it. They make us different from our competitors and guide our decisions and actions to drive us towards our vision.
Our values are:
Results Driven
We take responsibility for achieving excellent business results.
Ethical
We are open and honest and meet our commitments with a responsible approach to the environment and our communities.
Customer Focused
We aim to exceed the expectations of our internal and external customers.
Innovative
We continuously strive for innovative and better ways to deliver our business.
One Team
We work together consistently, promoting co-operation, to achieve our corporate objectives.
Colleague benefits
We're the great company we are because of you – our people. As our way of saying thanks, we offer you a wide range of benefits and discounts to take advantage of.
To find out more about our benefits, see our benefits booklet attached to this advert.
Eyecare
Discounted Medicals
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle2work
Buying & selling annual leave
Long service awards
Salary sacrifice car scheme
Computer
Loans
Award winning wellbeing site
NWG savings scheme
Company pension scheme
Pre-retirement workshops
Life assurance
Discounts & cashback offers
Qualification loan
Documents
Business Plan Essex & Suffolk Water - Download
Business Plan Main Report - Download
Business Plan Northumbrian Water - Download
Restore and Regenerate - Our Environment Strategy to 2050 - Download
Data & GIS Analyst Job Description_Sep - Download