About the Role
The Department of Transport and Public Works is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Principal Geomatics Officer to join their team in Mowbray, Western Cape. This role is crucial for the effective management and mapping of geospatial data that supports critical infrastructure and public services in the region. As a Principal Geomatics Officer, you will engage in various tasks that involve capturing and interpreting geospatial information, ensuring the accuracy of topographical features, and maintaining compliance with established standards. Your work will have a direct impact on the community, enhancing the quality of spatial data available for public use and decision-making.
In this position, you will be at the forefront of geospatial technology, applying your expertise to develop high-quality maps and geographical information systems. Your contributions will not only aid in effective planning and development but also promote transparency and accessibility in public service. By joining the Department of Transport and Public Works, you will be part of a mission-driven team that strives to improve the lives of residents in the Western Cape and beyond.
About the Department
The Department of Transport and Public Works is a pivotal entity within the South African government, tasked with ensuring safe, efficient transport systems and maintaining public infrastructure. The department plays a vital role in enhancing economic growth and improving the quality of life for communities through its various projects and initiatives. Working here means being part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to public service and community development, making a real difference in the lives of South Africans.
What You’ll Do
- Capture and integrate diverse geospatial data into the Integrated Topographic System.
- Interpret imagery and accurately map topographical features while applying topological rules.
- Document processes for the application of topographical standards and rules.
- Conduct quality checks to ensure the accuracy and compliance of mapped land cover classes.
- Develop procedure and standard documents while participating in related projects.
- Provide comprehensive reports on monitoring and maintaining geospatial data archives.
- Validate and process ancillary data for topographic mapping purposes.
- Foster awareness and provide support to clients regarding geospatial information and services.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12 Certificate and a National Certificate in Geomatics or Survey Officer Certificate (NQF Level 5).
- A minimum of 6 years of post-qualification experience in geomatics or geospatial information science.
- Strong knowledge of surveying, photogrammetry, and cartography, along with GIS software.
- Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and team leadership skills.
- Proficient communication skills, both verbal and written, and strong computer literacy.
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].
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Requirements
Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National Certificate in Geomatics or Survey Officer Certificate (NQF Level 5).Minimum of 6 years geomatics post qualification experience in 59 geomatics, geospatial information science.
Job related knowledge: Knowledge of surveying, photogrammetry, cartography, geo-spatial information science.
Good Geographical Information Science (GIS) knowledge regarding data capture, structuring and manipulation.
Knowledge of aerial photo interpretation for topographic mapping.
Knowledge including feature identification and data representation.
Knowledge of Geographical Information Systems software.
Performance management and monitoring.
Theory, principles and practices of standards.
Job related skills: Problem solving and analysis.
Decision making.
Team leadership and creativity.
Customer focus and responsiveness.
Communication (verbal and written).
Computer literacy.
Planning and organising.
Conflict management and negotiation.
Job Duties
Capture different geospatial data into the Integrated Topographic System.Interpret imagery and map the topographical features.
Ensure topological rules are applied in accordance with the topographic standard.
Document the processes for application of topographical rules.
Ensure all topographical features metadata is captured.
Map the land cover classes in accordance with the defined standard.
Perform geospatial data analysis according to the requirements.
Quality check the accuracy of mapped land cover classes in accordance with requirements.
Ensure compliance to the standards in maintaining geospatial in the database.
Monitor availability of archives tapes.
Contribute / participate in the development of procedure and standard documents.
Provide reports on the monitoring of the Tape Library equipment’s and software.
Ensure random checks on readability of archive tapes.
Extract and provide geospatial data from the database.
Process the aerial imagery spatial flight plan data (photo, flight lines and boundary) in the database and provide a report.
Provide report on all completed and published vector data to Integrated Topographic Information System (ITIS) for aerial Imagery.
Store all aerial imagery ground position system data files in the database according to the defined structure.
Acquire, process and produce geospatial information for all mapping purposes.
Source, edit and manipulate geospatial data for creating maps.
Prepare, validate and import geospatial data for map spatial environment.
Validate the processed geographic names and ancillary data.
Ensure application of defined cartographic generalisation principles to enhance geospatial data during map production.
Ensure compliance to standards and specifications at all times.
Undertake photogrammetric absolute orientation of aerial imagery in accordance with standards and specifications.
Perform quality check and verify accuracy of processed data as required.
Archive the final maps and geospatial data in accordance with the standard.
Disseminate, promote and quality assure geo-spatial information and services to clients.
Provide and ensure the correctness of geo-spatial information to clients in accordance with service delivery standards.
Create awareness to internal and external clients.
Report on quality related issues and participate in processes to ensure quality.
Assist with the revision of datasets of products and services for established vendors with district municipalities.
Assist with stock management and stock reconciliations.
Maintain copyright of geospatial information.
Ensure correctness of invoices and quotations.
Perform administrative and related functions.
Provide advice to clients on use of products and services, including the Geoportal.
Acquire, validate and process ancillary data for topographic mapping purposes.
Verify and ensure all geo- spatial data and materials for field annotation are accurate for each map.
Use the different ancillary geospatial data and verify all the changes detected on previous edition map are recorded.
Prepare a report with all the queries classified from digital field annotation for each map.
Source ancillary data and authenticate the geographic names and their geographic position in a map.
Ensure all captured and processed ancillary data meets the requirements and available in the database (Integrated Topographic Data).
