We are looking for a GIS Officer to join our amazing team
At the Aire Rivers Trust we’re the only environmental charity dedicated to looking after the Aire and its tributaries. We work to improve our rivers through habitat enhancement, reducing pollution, and improving access and education. We aim to punch above our weight with exciting new projects across the catchment, from the stunning Malham Cove to the hidden Bradford Beck and beyond.
Our most important asset is our people: we want to recruit the best. You will join a friendly and committed team of experts passionate about improving the River Aire and the streams that feed it.
Project Officer – River Enhancement
Salary: ÂŁ32,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time, fixed term role for 18 months. Potential to become permanent.
Location: Hybrid — Bradford, Greengates office, the Aire catchment, and home
Reports to: Project Manager
Application Deadline: Monday 1st December 11.59pm
Interviews: provisionally Wednesday 10th December
About the Role
Can you help us use geographic and other data to maximum effect?
You will lead on developing and improving our GIS systems, starting with a review of our current data use and needs. Working closely with project officers, volunteers, and partner organisations, you will manage spatial datasets, create high-quality maps, and provide insight that shapes conservation, habitat restoration, and catchment management work. The role will also support the Catchment Partnership by helping us share and coordinate data from organisations working across the Aire.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about data, the environment, and creative problem solving, who wants to see their work directly influence real-world outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and develop the Trust’s spatial data systems.
- Collect, clean, and analyse environmental and hydrological datasets.
- Produce accurate, engaging maps and visual outputs for projects, community activities, and funding bids.
- Integrate field data, survey results, and citizen science information into GIS tools.
- Support catchment planning and identify priority areas for habitat enhancement or flood management.
- Ensure spatial data is managed in line with Open Data and data protection requirements.
- Provide GIS support and advice to staff and volunteers.
- Collaborate with partners such as the Environment Agency, Yorkshire Water, academia, and local authorities.
- Contribute to reporting and evaluation through GIS-based evidence.
- Explore opportunities for interactive mapping and digital engagement.
Why Join Us?
At the Aire Rivers Trust, we’re passionate about restoring the River Aire and empowering communities to play an active role in its future. This is your chance to make a real and lasting difference to both people and the planet.
The Aire Rivers Trust is growing, and this is an exciting opportunity to join us at a pivotal time. We are investing in new technical capability to support the wide range of projects we deliver across the River Aire catchment. As our first dedicated GIS Officer, you will play a vital role in strengthening how we collect, manage, analyse, and share spatial data—helping us make evidence-based decisions, demonstrate environmental impact, and engage communities across the catchment.
We are the only charity dedicated to improving the health and resilience of the River Aire and its catchment. Working with communities, landowners, local authorities, and partners, we restore habitats, enhance biodiversity, and support a thriving river environment. Our projects span river restoration, community engagement, climate adaptation, and now large-scale wetland creation.
You’ll work in a supportive, enthusiastic team environment, with the chance to shape an evolving project and build valuable experience in environmental outreach.
Click here to download a copy of the job pack, including a person specification
Please send a CV and covering letter no longer than 2 sides of A4 detailing why you are suitable for the role to alex.clark@aireriverstrust.org.uk
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