Spatial Systems and Data Technician

The starting salary for this position is £41,585 per annum based on 36 hours per week.

Are you curious, motivated, and excited by the idea of using spatial data applications and mapping to improve everyday life for residents?

Do you enjoy solving problems, exploring new technology, and working alongside supportive colleagues who love what they do?

If so, you could be the next member of our award-winning Spatial Systems & Analytics Team — a team recognised for driving digital transformation across Surrey and delivering tools that help services work smarter and more transparently.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a small, friendly, ambitious team where your ideas matter and your work has visible impact.

Our Offer to You

• 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
• Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping
• A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents

About the Team

We sit at the heart of Surrey’s PLACE Directorate, helping teams across Highways, Flood & Climate Resilience, Environment, Planning, Transport and more make better decisions using reliable, accessible and intuitive spatial data and GIS applications.

Our mission is simple:

• Improve data visibility for staff, partners, residents, and councillors
• Deliver modern, user-friendly map-based tools that enable self-service and reduce manual processes
• Support automation, streamline workflows and champion “One Version of the Truth” through strong data governance
• Help the organisation use location-based intelligence to plan better, respond faster, and invest wisely

Our work has reshaped how Surrey delivers services - from real time Environmental Maintenance or Footway Network Survey application to mobile tools that remove thousands of hours of paperwork, to pioneering AI surveys of cycling networks.

About the Role

As a Spatial Systems & Data Technician, you will help us build and maintain the digital tools, data and mapping systems our services rely on every day. Your work will support internal operations, better planning, improved safety, environmental protection, works coordination, and more.

You will:

• Support the development, management and sharing of spatial data across the directorate
• Work with colleagues to maintain web-based mapping tools and spatial applications used by teams, partners and the public
• Help process and prepare datasets that feed into our systems, ensuring information is accurate, accessible and fit for purpose
• Contribute to spatial data automation, workflows and modernisation projects
• Support innovative digital solutions that make services more responsive, transparent and efficient
• Learn to use and support SCC’s enterprise ESRI environment, including ArcGIS Pro, AGOL, web apps and mobile tools

You don’t need to be an expert - just someone who has a good working experience and enjoys learning, problem solving and working collaboratively.

Why Join Us?

You will be part of a team that:

• Has transformed how Surrey manages and uses spatial data, winning recognition for innovation and service impact
• Values creativity, curiosity and personal growth
• Supports flexible and part remote working to help you balance your life outside work
• Encourages learning through access to training, mentoring and hands on project experience
• Works on meaningful projects that help residents - from safer roads to better environmental planning
• This is a role where you will see the results of your work on the ground, in real time, helping to shape Surrey’s places and services.

Your Application

In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and experience and align with our behaviours:

• A degree (or equivalent level qualification) in GIS, geography, data, IT or a related field, or extensive, relevant practical experience.
• A good understanding of spatial data and practical applications of data management.
• Excellent understanding and experience in ESRI Desktop and Web GIS applications.
• Good communication skills and willingness to work collaboratively across teams.
• A problem solving mindset with attention to detail.

As part of your application you will be asked to upload your CV and answer the following four application questions:

1. What interests you most about working with spatial data or mapping tools?
2. Describe a time you solved a problem using technology or data.
3. How do you ensure accuracy and quality in your work?
4. What would you like to learn in this role?

Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey.

Contact Us

Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. Please contact Jakub Durden at Jakub.Durden@surreycc.gov.uk.

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 24/04/2026. Shortlisting and interviews may take place on a rolling basis during the application window.

The expected start date will be arranged as soon as possible with the successful candidate.

We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.

Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)

Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.

Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council

Our Commitment

We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.

Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.