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Role OverviewWe are seeking a high-performing FME Analyst to support the Local Digitisation Programme, delivering high-volume, high-accuracy spatial data automation. This role is critical to enabling scale, consistency, and quality across multiple Local Authorities, supporting both production delivery and automation uplift. The ideal candidate will have sharp, production-grade FME skills, a strong understanding of spatial data quality, and experience working under strict governance and QA controls.Key ResponsibilitiesFME Automation for Project DeliveryDesign, develop, and maintain production-ready FME Workbenches to support: o Spatial charge digitisation and transformation o Attribute mapping and schema alignment to data standards o Batch processing of large LA datasetsBuild repeatable and scalable automation to support: o Multiple Local Authorities o Varying data structures and data qualityOptimise workflows for throughput, stability, and reliability Spatial Data ProcessingProcess and validate spatial data including: o Polygons, lines, points spatial data o Boundaries aligned to Ordnance Survey base mappingPerform advanced spatial operations: o Spatial joins, overlays, snapping, buffering, topology validationHandle multiple input formats: o Shapefiles, File Geodatabases, CAD, PDFs (via structured inputs), CSV/tabular data QA / QC & Data AssuranceEmbed automated QA/QC rules within FME workflows, including: o Geometry validity checks o Attribute completeness and consistency o Duplicate and conflict detectionSupport data audit and assurance requirementsWork closely with QA Leads to investigate, resolve, and prevent recurring data issues Production Support & CollaborationSupport daily production delivery across LA waves and batchesCollaborate with: o Delivery Pods o QA teams o Automation and data pipeline teams o Programme and Planning leadsProvide clear documentation of: o FME logic o Data rules o Exceptions and assumptionsRequired Skills & Experience Essential3+ years strong hands-on experience with Safe Software FMEProven track record of building complex, stable, and reusable FME WorkbenchesDeep understanding of: o Spatial data structures and geometry types o Coordinate reference systems and transformationsExperience working in high-volume, production environmentsStrong analytical, problem-solving, and data-quality mindsetTechnical SkillsAdvanced use of FME features: o Custom Transformers o Parameters and dynamic workflows o Workspace optimisation and modular designSolid understanding of SQL, including: o Querying spatial databases (PostGIS / SQL Server – desirable)Familiarity with: o GIS tools (ArcGIS, QGIS) o OS base mapping principlesBasic Python scripting within FME (e.g. PythonCaller) is advantageous