GIS Asset Data Lead

Do you have a passion for geospatial data and a talent for driving digital product excellence? Are you ready to lead the development and improvement of GIS tools that support operational performance across a major utility business? We’re looking for a GIS Product Owner to champion the quality and effectiveness of our geospatial asset data and digital tools.

As part of our digital transformation journey, we’re currently upgrading our ESRI GIS system to a new Utility Network Model, which will make it easier to manage and understand how our assets are connected and perform across the network. You’ll support the development of GIS products, influence stakeholders, and help embed best practices in geospatial data management. This role will have a significant impact on how we manage our assets, deliver services, and drive business value.

What you’ll be doing as a GIS Asset Data Lead
As the GIS Asset Data lead, you’ll be a leader in the enhancement and continuous improvement of asset data to support GIS tools, working closely with other Product Owners, including Utility Network Model, Update Tool, View Tools, and mobile GIS applications (Field Maps). You’ll collaborate with stakeholders, developers, and other product owners to ensure our geospatial data and tools meet business needs and deliver measurable value.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing the day-to-day product backlog for GIS tools and collaborating with development teams to deliver enhancements.
• Working closely with the other Product Owners to enable the delivery of the Utility Network Model in line with business requirements.
• Acting as a super user and subject matter expert for asset and work master data in geospatial products.
• Collaborating with other product owners to ensure geospatial data supports wider digital products and legal obligations (e.g., NUAR, Digdat).
• Driving improvements in data quality and business value through data model and process changes.
• Drive data migration and data cleansing to support the UNM Data Model Upgrade.
• Supporting stakeholders with data queries, incident resolution, and implementation of product changes.
• Defining asset data requirements, data quality criteria, and assurance processes.
• Supporting the development of a centre of expertise in asset and work master data management.

This role is hybrid, with 2 days a week based in Reading (RG1 8DB).

There will be occasional travel required to meet stakeholders based at different sites.

What you should bring to the role
We’re looking for someone with strong leadership in GIS and data management, a background in digital product ownership, and a passion for delivering value through high-quality geospatial data.

To be successful, you’ll need:

• Expert knowledge of ESRI GIS asset data models, including integration with enterprise Work Management Products such as SAP and Salesforce
• Strong experience in product ownership, backlog management, and agile delivery methodologies.
• Stakeholder management and influencing capabilities across technical and business audiences.
• Experience in defining and enforcing data design standards, governance frameworks, and data quality assurance processes.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to leverage data to drive measurable business outcomes.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

What’s in it for you?

This is your opportunity to play a key role in shaping how we manage and improve geospatial data and tools across the business. You’ll work with a wide range of stakeholders and contribute to strategic digital initiatives that support safe, efficient, and reliable services.

• This role will be paid from £59,205 to £65,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Annual leave: 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment)

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job, and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values.

Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.