Geospatial  technician | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Geospatial technicians collect data to create maps, update satellite navigation systems and plan construction projects.

  • Produce data layers, maps, tables, or reports, using spatial analysis procedures or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology, equipment, or systems.  
  • Provide technical expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology to clients or users.  
  • Perform computer programming, data analysis, or software development for Geographic Information
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Geospatial technicians typically work around 37 to 40 hours per week.

As a Geospatial technician you will typically work 9am to 5pm.

This occupation tends to be:

  • Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
  • Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and
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    * from ONETonline
    Average salary
    38,029 GBP *
    per year
    22,000 GBP
    32,000 GBP
    Starting
    5+ Experience
    * data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)
    Average salary for Geospatial  technician

    • 38,466 GBP
    • 36,688 GBP
    Average salary for part-time Geospatial  technician
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    Salary over time for Geospatial  technician

    Salary for this role has increased over time
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    Future outlook for Geospatial  technicians

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    -1% yearly wage growth (on average)
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    24% chance of automation in the future

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    Which qualifications do I need?

    Find out what you need to know in order to become a Geospatial  technician and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

    In terms of people already doing this job:

    • 52% of people in this role have a Bachelor's degree
    • 30% of people in this role have a Master's degree
    • 13% of people in this role have some postgraduate study, but not a masters or doctorate

    You can take a college course to learn some of the skills needed for the job, which may help when applying for a trainee position. Relevant courses include:

    • Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Surveying
    • Level 3 Diploma in Civil Engineering for Technicians
    • T level in Design, Surveying and Planning

    Get the right qualification to begin your journey to becoming a Geospatial  technician

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    What soft skills do I need?

    Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Geospatial  technician.
    Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
    Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
    Science Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems
    Writing Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience
    Complex Problem Solving Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions

    What technical skills do I need?

    Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Geospatial  technician. Check that you know:
    1
    Analytical or scientific software ESRI ArcGIS Spatial Analyst; Landmark GeoGraphix; SAS
    2
    Data base user interface and query software Data entry software
    3
    Development environment software Adobe Systems Adobe ActionScript; C; List processing language LISP; Microsoft Visual Basic
    4
    Map creation software ESRI ArcGIS software
    5
    Web platform development software Cascading Style Sheets CSS
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    Things to highlight for your Geospatial  technician interview

    Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Analytical Thinking Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Adaptability/Flexibility Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.

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