Job Description

Reporting to

Geospatial Network Records Manager

Function

Enterprise Data Management (EDM) , Asset Information

Location

Colchester

Reference Number

76927

Employment Period

Permanent

Contract Type

Collective

CiP Level / Bonus

3%

Starting Salary

£28,806 – Plus bonus and benefits

Closing Date

29/05/2023

All applications will be reviewed after the closing date

We also offer :
Annual leave 25 days

Personal Pension Plan – Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%)

Tenancy Loan Deposit scheme

Tax efficient benefits: cycle to work scheme

Season ticket loan

Occupational Health support

Switched On – scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers products.

Supplier discounts, such as O2, EE, Vauxhall cars, Universal tyres

Discounted access to sports and social clubs

Employee Assistance Programme.

Job Purpose

The GIS Data Administrator undertakes technical analysis of information provided by field staff and uses that information to make updates and amendments to the digital representation of the network configuration and topology within the Geographic Information System (GIS) – NetMAP.

The technical analysis involves the GIS Data Administrator using defined criteria to assess the quality and suitability of the information provided against the Data Capture Specification.

Dimensions

This role has no financial or line management responsibility.

Principal Accountabilities

Technical assessment of red-line drawings (and associated information) for accuracy and completeness.
Delivery of the GIS updates within the defined Service Level Agreements for timeliness and quality.
Resolving problems with asset information through the effective use of IT and other information management resources.
Monitor and validate the data provided by field staff and cleanse data as required.
Validate entries in SAP PM, NetMAP and PowerOn/ADMS liaising with field staff, Network Control and the Asset Registration team.
Resolve discrepancies in data and minimise inaccuracies.
Overseeing the management and update of the GIS (NetMAP) and associated systems to reflect all changes to the electrical network and associated geographic mapping.
Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulations with respect to the maintenance and retention of our asset information.
Create reports and execute bulk data updates in SAP PM using Winshuttle.

Nature & Scope

The GIS Data Administartor works within the Geospatial Network Records (GNR) Team within the Enterprise Data Management (EDM) department of the Asset Management directorate.

Asset information is a combination of data about our physical assets, used to inform decisions about how they are managed, both for short term operational purposes and for long term strategic planning. The EDM function is responsible for determining asset information requirements within an asset management context, how it should be collected, stored and analysed, and communicated both internally and externally to our stakeholders and regulator.

Ultimately, good asset information is crucial in the successful operation of our business. It is necessary for accurate and informed decision making with respect to when and how we should invest in and operate our network, ensures the safe operation of our assets through timely and appropriate maintenance, and guarantees accurate reporting to the regulator with respect to both our investment plans and associated achievement.

The successful candidate will be a key member of a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring that our asset registration systems are updated and maintained in order to ensure the accuracy of our asset records and providing associated support to the wider business.

The post holder will be required to build strong relationships with stakeholders throughout the business. The role therefore requires effective interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate clearly and confidently at all levels of the organisation.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum of level 2 (GCSE) qualification or equivalent in Maths and English.
A practical understanding of the electricity distribution network, plant & equipment at all voltages.
Knowledge or experience in GIS data capture, the network records and business rules associated with updating NetMAP.
Experience in the use and application of our core asset systems (SAP PM / Ellipse, NetMAP and PowerOn Fusion) is desirable.
Knowledge and understanding of the UK Power Networks asset hierarchy.
Comprehension of current data related legislation and regulations.
Comprehension of regulatory framework and associated reporting.
Ability to correctly interpret technical data supplied from a wide range of field staff and contractors and to understand when data supplied could be inaccurate.
Analysis - The drive to bring rigorous analysis to all data issues, to understand the cause and effect and the impact that these will have on the company’s assets.
Good level PC literacy, with the ability to learn and use a variety of systems with fast and accurate keyboard skills.

Other Key Competencies

Structured, process driven and outcome oriented.
Sound data management skills.
Excellent communication, organisational and presentational skills.
Ability to work in a pressured environment as part of a highly focused team.
The ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Customer focused with a service delivery mind-set.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft desktop applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Have a keen eye for attention to detail.
Initiative - A bias for action and problem resolution.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

Managers and supervisors carry both legal and company responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of their employees, those under their control and those who might be affected by the work undertaken, i.e. public, visitors and employees of other organisations. This includes briefing individuals working for them and ensuring there is the necessary understanding, competence and application of requirements to work safely and without harming the environment.

Employees will ensure they fully understand the health and safety risks involved in their work activities and their responsibility to apply the controls needed to manage those risks to acceptable levels. Similarly where work activities can have an adverse impact upon the environment, and particularly where there are legal requirements, employees will understand those impacts and the controls they must ensure are applied.

Employees need to be aware that for some craft and operational roles that work at height, or use fall arrest devices, there is an upper weight limit of 116Kg due to maximum safe working load of the safety equipment that is used.

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