Data Engineering Team Manager
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
10/03/2025
Advert End Date:
23/03/2025 23:59
Employment Location:
Gateshead Civic Centre
Further Information
We’re looking for a Data Engineering Team Manager, Interested?
Do you want a role where you’re recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and have the chance to be the best version of yourself? Interested in joining a great organisation with an employee offer and experience that rivals others? Are you looking for a new challenge? If so, please keep reading as you’re just what we’re looking for!
The team…
We are looking to offer a fantastic opportunity to a talented and committed individual to lead our Data Engineering team. This is a new team in the Council with the key aim of establishing and maintaining our Fabric data platform and its data pipelines. We work closely with our data analysts to collect, ingest and merge data into data models that will provide insights into how we can improve the Council’s service delivery and the lives of the people of Gateshead.
About the role….
You will be responsible for:
The development and implementation of our Fabric data platform, ensuring it is optimised and configured correctly to deliver high quality data solutions that meet the needs of the Council.
Leading and managing our team of data professionals, providing mentoring and guidance.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and delivering scalable data solutions.
Ensuring data quality, integrity, and security across all data processes.
Driving continuous improvement in data engineering practices and processes
Managing project timelines, resources and budgets effectively
You should have:
At least one year's proven experience of team management
Three or more years proven experience as a data engineer
A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science or similar data/IT related subject
Proficiency in working with large datasets, data modelling, ETL processes and data warehousing
Strong skills in managing data platforms and related technologies
Excellent leadership, communication and project management skills
Ability to work collaboratively and have strong problem-solving skills
A bit about Gateshead Council…
Gateshead is a constantly changing borough combining modern facilities with a fascinating heritage and the demand for our services continues to grow. We engage with many partners and contract a high number of services to deliver the best outcomes for our community. We’re truly committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and we need like-minded people who can help us deliver a sector leading service. We need people who want to make a difference, who are talented, possess the right knowledge and skills and who want the chance to demonstrate how good they are.
People really are our greatest asset at Gateshead Council, and we value every employee. We encourage our people to think differently, do the right thing and be innovative.
What’s in it for you? Well, there’s so much on offer and here’s just a few of the highlights!
You’ll be paid a competitive salary £49764 - £52805 pa
We’ll help you save for your future with an outstanding employer contribution to your pension.
You will receive an annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per year (pro-rata for part time employees) rising to 32, 2 of which may be fixed by the council at any time. You also have the chance to buy up to 10 additional holidays per year.
You’ll have the opportunity to participate in the Council’s Flexi time scheme, subject to management approval and business needs, which could be up to 26 flexi days per year.
We offer hybrid working arrangements to ensure a positive work life balance.
A robust Workforce Development offer with opportunities for learning to progress your career and to enhance your knowledge in specific areas.
You’ll have access to great health and wellbeing support, including discounted membership to GO Gateshead Leisure Services and ability to use our cycle to work scheme.
You’ll have access to our new benefits platform VIVUP where you can get discounts and offers on online and high street shopping
It’s time to apply!
We’re delighted that you want to come and work with us. Please take a look at the full job profile via this link Job Profile. It’s important that you read it in full and check that you meet the essential criteria, because when we start choosing people to come and meet us we’ll be checking to ensure that they meet the essential criteria as set out in the job profile.
Please send full CV and covering letter to:- mikeboundy@gateshead.gov.uk no later than Sunday 23rd March 2025.
For an informal discussion or if you need any assistance, please contact Mike Boundy on 0191 4333730.