About the Role
The Department of Rural Development and Land Reform is looking for a dedicated Cadastral Officer to join their team in East London, Eastern Cape. This role plays a crucial part in maintaining the integrity and accuracy of land information, which is vital for effective land management and development in the region. By ensuring that cadastral documents are accurately captured, maintained, and updated, you will contribute significantly to the public service, supporting both local communities and government initiatives that rely on precise land data.
As a Cadastral Officer, you will work closely with a team committed to upholding the standards of land registration and survey data management. Your efforts in capturing alpha-numeric data and performing technical examinations of cadastral documents will ensure that the public has access to reliable land information. This role not only supports government operations but also serves the interests of citizens, helping them navigate property ownership and land use in a transparent and accountable manner.
About the Department
The Department of Rural Development and Land Reform is dedicated to promoting equitable access to land and improving land administration processes. Its mandate includes the management of land-related information, which is essential for sustainable development and responsible land use in South Africa. By working within this department, you will be part of a mission that aims to enhance the lives of South Africans through improved land governance, fostering a sense of community while ensuring legal adherence to land policies.
What You’ll Do
- Capture and maintain alpha-numeric data from cadastral documents.
- Conduct mathematical consistency checks and verify data for new land parcels.
- Update cadastral survey databases with approved documents.
- Perform technical examinations on newly submitted lodgments and diagrams.
- Supply cadastral information to internal and external clients.
- Capture and maintain spatial data to identify overlaps before approval.
- Scan and archive cadastral documents to ensure digital preservation.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12 Certificate and a National Certificate in Geomatics or Survey Officer Certificate (NQF Level 5).
- Completion of the necessary training to meet the qualification requirements.
- Proficiency in computer literacy and understanding of spatial data.
- Good interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication abilities.
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 1A Waverley Office Park, 31 – 33 Phillip Frame Road, Chisehurst, East London or by email to [email protected].
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Requirements
Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and National Certificate in Geomatics or Survey Officer Certificate (NQF Level 5).Completion of the training prescribed in order to fulfil the required qualification.
Job related knowledge: Computer literacy.
Understanding spatial data.
Knowledge of the functions of Surveyors’-General Offices.
Job related skills: Good interpersonal relations.
Good communication (verbal and written).
Computer software.
Good organising ability.
Job Duties
Capture, maintain and update alpha numeric data of all cadastral documents: Capture alpha and numeric information from newly submitted Cadastral documents and undertake mathematical consistency checks and data verification for proposed new land parcels.Update Cadastral survey databases through the addition or amendment of every approved document to maintain an electronic alpha-numeric repository.
Capture and verify Historical Cadastral documents.
Maintenance of Cadastral Documents in accordance with legislated processes: Perform Withdrawal or cancelation of cadastral documents.
Deduct, cancel and endorse cadastral documents with registered land parcels, leases or servitudes.
Amend approved and registered cadastral documents.
Insert all newly approved cadastral documents into the archive.
Extract and issue out cadastral records.
Refile returned cadastral records.
Repair and keep cadastral records in good usable condition.
Conduct technical examination of cadastral documents.
Check designations of newly submitted lodgements: Update the noting sheets through the addition of every approved cadastral land parcel.
Perform technical examination of diagrams and general plans.
Perform technical examination of survey records.
Perform technical examination of sectional title plans.
Supply cadastral information to internal and external clients: Issue Survey data to Land Surveyors when required.
Disseminate cadastral information to the public as required, in hard copy or digital formats.
Supply aerial photographs, rectified imagery and maps from NGI according to signed service level agreements.
Capture, maintain and update spatial data: Capture newly submitted documents to determine if there are any spatial overlaps prior approval.
Add all newly created land parcels to the spatial datasets.
Add data, update and maintain an accurate dataset of cadastral spatial information, including the addition and updating of historical data.
Scan all cadastral documents on approval, amendment, endorsement, or withdrawal: Scan newly approved cadastral documents.
Re-scan all updated cadastral documents.
Link the deposited scanned images to the alpha numeric data.
