About the Role
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is seeking a dedicated Control Survey Technician to join their team in Mowbray, Western Cape. This pivotal role is essential for ensuring that survey operations align with the highest standards, which directly impacts the effectiveness of public infrastructure developments in the region. By managing survey design and operational effectiveness, you will play a significant part in shaping the quality of services that support community growth and development.
In this role, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks that include final reviews of survey applications, managing maintenance strategies, and providing financial oversight. Your contributions will ensure that the department meets its objectives within the framework of sustainable development, making a noteworthy difference in the lives of South Africans. As a Control Survey Technician, you will not only work with advanced technologies but also collaborate with a dynamic team that values innovation and excellence in public service.
About the Department
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is dedicated to enhancing the lives of South Africans by delivering quality infrastructure and services. Its mission involves planning, managing, and delivering public works and infrastructure projects that are safe, sustainable, and beneficial for all communities. Working within this department means contributing to initiatives that directly improve public services and support national development goals, making your work profoundly impactful.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct survey design and analysis to ensure effective project execution.
- Perform final reviews and audits of new survey applications according to established standards.
- Coordinate design efforts across multiple disciplines to ensure seamless integration with current technologies.
- Maintain operational effectiveness of survey services and manage related maintenance strategies.
- Oversee the financial management of survey projects to align with MTEF objectives.
- Manage and allocate resources, ensuring efficient cash flow and expenditure.
- Compile risk logs and manage risks in accordance with organisational requirements.
- Facilitate knowledge sharing initiatives to enhance team development and operational efficiency.
- Direct the development and management of human resources to ensure a competent knowledge base.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma in Survey or Cartography (NQF Level 6) or an equivalent qualification.
- Compulsory registration with the South African Geomatics Council (SAGC) as a Survey Technician or Surveyor.
- A minimum of 6 years of post-qualification technical experience in survey or cartography.
- A valid driver’s licence.
- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Constitution, Public Financial Management Act, and Land Survey Act.
- Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and team leadership skills.
- Proficiency in computer applications related to survey operations.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 4th floor, No 2 Riebeeck Street, ABSA Building, Cape Town or by email to [email protected].
Requirements
Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma in Survey or Cartography (NQF Level 6) or related equivalent qualification.Compulsory registration with South African Geomatics Council (SAGC) as a Survey Technician / Surveyor.
Minimum of 6 years post qualification technical (survey / cartography) experience.
A valid driver’s licence.
Job related knowledge: The Constitution.
Good governance and Batho Pele Principles.
Labour and Employment Legislation.
Public Service Regulations.
Public Financial Management Act.
Land Survey Act.
Spatial Data Infrastructure Act.
National Geomatics Information (NGI) standards and procedures.
Programme and project management.
Survey, legal and operational compliance.
Survey operational communication.
Process knowledge and skills.
Maintenance skills and knowledge.
Mobile equipment operating skills.
Survey design and analysis knowledge.
Research and development.
Computer-aided survey applications.
Creating high performance culture.
Technical consulting.
Survey and professional judgement.
Job related skills: Strategic capability and leadership.
Problem solving and analysis.
Decision-making.
Team leadership.
Creativity.
Financial management.
Computer focus and responsiveness.
Communication (verbal and written).
Computer literacy.
People management.
Planning and organising.
Conflict management.
Negotiation and conflict resolution.
Job Duties
Survey design and analysis effectiveness.Perform final reviews and approvals or audits on new survey applications according to set standards and design principles or theory.
Co-ordinate design efforts and integration across disciplines to ensure seamless integration with current technology.
Maintain survey operational effectiveness.
Manage the execution of maintenance strategy through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources.
Set survey maintenance standards, specifications and service levels according to organisational objectives.
Monitor maintenance efficiencies according to organisational goals to direct or redirect survey services.
Provide financial management service.
To ensure the availability and management of funds to meet the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) objectives within the survey environment / services.
Manage the operational survey project portfolio for the operation to ensure effective resourcing according to organisational needs and objectives.
Manage the commercial added value of the discipline-related programmes and projects.
Facilitate the compilation of innovation proposals to ensure validity and adherence to organisational principles.
Allocate, monitor, control expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management.
Provide governance services.
Allocate, monitor and control resources.
Compiles risk logs (databases) and manages significant risk according to sound risk management practice and organisational requirement.
Provide technical consulting services for the operation of survey related matters to minimise possible survey risks.
Manages and implement knowledge sharing initiatives e.
g.
short-term assignments and 90 secondments within and across operations, in support of individual development plans, operational requirements and return on investment.
Continuously monitor the exchange and protection of information between operations and individuals to ensure effective knowledge management according to departmental objectives.
Render people management services.
Direct the development motivation and utilisation of human resources for the discipline to ensure competent knowledge base for the continued success of survey services according to organisational needs and requirements.
Manage subordinates key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives.
