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In this role you will be required to support and contribute to the creation, maintenance and continuous improvement of systems, applications and processes that drive efficiency across the GIS and Registration team and wider division. You will support the GIS Development Manager in managing a portfolio of system improvements, acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in GIS and contributing the development and support of GIS solutions and services.\nPlease note this role will be based at our Manchester office. However, travel to our regional offices/ sites may be required.\nManage, maintain and deliver the core GIS tools, applications and baseline data required by the Estates GIS team, ensuring data quality, availability and compliance with organisational standards.\nDeliver assigned projects, system enhancements and development activities to agreed timescales, budgets and quality standards ensuring compliance with all relevant policies and standards.\nAs a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in GIS, contribute to the development, testing, deployment and ongoing support of GIS applications, scripts and automated workflows, following established software development standards and best practices.\nUse Azure DevOps (ADO) to manage work items, development tasks, technical documentation and delivery activities, supporting effective planning and prioritisation within the team.\nManage the provision of the latest epoch of vector cartographic products, ensuring the Estates team has access to reliable information required to monitor changes in the Strategic Road Network and our land portfolio.\nAbout You:\nProfessional qualification in software and data engineering, computer science or GIS; or equivalent relevant experience.\nExpert user of Open Source and Esri geospatial services: QGIS, PostGIS and ArcGIS suite, with experience managing enterprise GIS tools, applications and spatial datasets.\nDemonstrable experience delivering technical projects, system enhancements and service improvements, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet agreed timescales, budgets and quality standards.\n Strong understanding of software development principles and practices, including testing, debugging, version control, deployment and support of applications, scripts and automated workflows, with experience using Azure DevOps (ADO) and Git to support Agile delivery.\nExcellent communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills, with the ability to act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), provide technical guidance and develop effective solutions to complex business and technical challenges.\nAbout Us:\nHere at National Highways, we manage and improve England’s motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership.\nBusiness Services plays a crucial role in supporting the efficient operation and growth of the strategic road network. We provide a wide range of essential services across the organisation, ensuring that all functions run smoothly and effectively. We work behind the scenes to support the delivery of high-quality infrastructure and services, ensuring that National Highways meets its commitments to safety, sustainability, and customer satisfaction.\nOur key areas of focus include procurement, finance, human resources, IT, and strategic planning. We ensure the company operates efficiently, delivers projects on time and within budget, and meets the needs of stakeholders. 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