Systems and Asset Data Specialist, STOWMARKET in Surrey

p p strong Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils /strong /p p strong Address: /strong Creeting Road, Stowmarket IP14 5AT /p p strong Salary: /strong 38,510 - 45,529 per annum /p p strong Hours: /strong Full Time, 37 hours per week /p p strong Contract: /strong Permanent /p p strong This role is open to full time, part time, and job share applications, all of which will be assessed equally. /strong /p p strong Join our team /strong /p p We are looking for a strong Systems and Asset Data Specialist /strong to join our dedicated team in strong Public Realm /strong . /p p br If you share a target= _blank rel= noopener noreferrer strong our values /strong /a and you are motivated to make a difference for our residents, clients, and communities, we would love to hear from you. /p p strong About the Team /strong /p p The Public Realm Team is responsible for the management and maintenance of the councils countryside sites, parks, open spaces and play areas. The team also oversees the councils tree stock, grounds maintenance programmes, street cleansing operations, including litter collection and mechanical sweeping, and the removal of fly-tipping across the districts. /p p strong About the role /strong /p p In this exciting, innovative role, you will lead the development and management of our Public Realm systems, asset data and spatial information. /p p You will be pivotal in ensuring that the information we hold about our assets is accurate, reliable and effectively used to support decision-making, service planning and day-to-day operations. /p p Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you will provide advice, drive improvements to digital systems and processes, and use data and insight to help deliver efficient, effective and customer-focused Public Realm services. /p p You will play a key role in shaping how technology and asset intelligence support the delivery of services for our communities both now and in the future. /p p This is a hybrid role, where you will be expected to work from both the Mid Suffolk depot in Stowmarket and the Babergh depot in Sudbury, as well as from home. /p p strong About you /strong /p p We are looking for an experienced and forward-thinking data professional, with passion and drive to provide accurate data that supports decision making and continuous service improvement. /p p strong To be successful, you will: /strong /p ul li have experience managing and developing asset management systems, GIS and digital information platforms /li li have strong analytical skills and can use data and site-based information to support decision-making and service improvement /li li be confident carrying out site inspections, surveys and investigations, identifying issues and coordinating appropriate actions /li li have experience maintaining accurate records, mapping, asset data and land ownership information /li li be able to lead projects, system improvements and process changes to improve efficiency and service performance /li li be able to provide clear, professional advice to a wide range of stakeholders, including colleagues and residents /li li have excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality service delivery /li li work collaboratively and be confident building positive working relationships across teams and organisations /li li hold a full UK driving licence. /li /ul p br /p p strong About us /strong /p p At Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils we are passionate about building communities that people want to live, work, visit and invest in. /p p We serve around 200,000 residents across our two districts and are well known for our collaboration and partnership working across public, private and voluntary sectors. /p p We believe that the heart of Suffolk is an incredibly special place to live and work, with: /p ul no-style= list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 48px; li 60 conservation areas /li li two National Landscapes /li li many picturesque market towns /li /ul p br It is no surprise we are ranked among the top 50 places to live in the UK (United Kingdom). /p p strong Benefits /strong /p p We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: /p ul no-style= list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 48px; li Generous leave entitlement (26 days a year, rising to 31 days after 5 years). /li li Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme. /li li Wellbeing Support and Employee Assistance Programs. /li li Private Health Care Options. /li li Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme. /li li Paid volunteering days. /li li Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (Business needs permitting). /li li Great learning and development opportunities. /li /ul p br For more information, visit our a target= _blank rel= noopener noreferrer strong Employee Benefits page /strong /a . /p p br /p p strong Our ways of working /strong /p p We believe work is what we do, not just where we go. /p p We work in a hybrid way, with a mix of office, home, and remote based working (Business need permitting). Our hybrid working arrangements support flexibility and collaboration, helping our teams to thrive. /p p We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, providing opportunity and ambition for all, supporting and enabling our people to deliver the best possible services for our residents. /p p br strong For more information /strong /p p To find out more about this role, please contact strong Stephanie Christou, Public Realm Operations Manager /strong via email at: /p p Please read the a target= _blank rel= noopener noreferrer strong Job Description and Person Specification.pdf /strong /a before applying for this job opportunity. /p p br strong Closing date: /strong 5 pm, 13 September 2026. /p p Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct. br /p p strong How to apply /strong /p p Please ensure your: /p ul li application form is fully completed, including employment and education history /li li supporting statement clearly addresses how you meet the criteria in the Person Specification /li /ul p This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. /p /p