Department: Engineering Services GIS Technician at Lepelle Northern Water

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Geomatics/Geography Information Science/Cartography coupled with 4 years’ experience in the projects or asset management environment of which 2 years’ experience should be at supervisory level.
• A valid driver’s license is a prerequisite. Registration with relevant professional body will be advantageous. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 
Reporting to the Infrastructure Maintenance Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for: 

• Developing a wide variety of computerised maps, and map layers 
• Drafts or digitise the information into a computer data base 
• Undertakes spatial analysis with regards to GIS projects 
• Conduct quality assurance on layers for accuracy 
• Conduct research on GIS technologies to keep up with developments in the geo-spatial industry, introduces new methods/technology for solving spatial data problems 
• Participates in the relevant GIS forums 
• Implements new GIS standards Identifies and correct GIS errors 
• Establishes and maintains GIS and computer data files 
• Determines scale, line size and colour to print hard copies of computerised maps 
• Interprets and research legal descriptions on recorded deeds, servitudes and survey maps Trains end users to interpret source documents and use automated drafting equipment 
• Develops and implement a GIS information system policies and procedures 
• Captures electronically and manages existing and expansion infrastructure information, spatial data from various formats and sources on the GIS information system 
• Sources spatial information from various data custodians 
• Advises on the coordination of systems and projects 
• Updates and maintains Geo-database and all manual and electronic records Produces customised maps to meet client’s needs 
• Acquires and maintains GIS equipment, software, data, tools and products as well as updates of GIS software and renewal of licenses 
• Adheres to pre-established Assessor and GIS mapping conventions and follows pre-established procedures and sequences 
• Provides geographical support to internal and external stakeholders 
• Performs on site supervision, planning and implementation of projects 
• Submits technical reports for the sub unit Ensure compliance with all LNW’s policies, procedures and code of ethics.