About the Role
The Department of Transport and Public Works is looking for a dedicated Principal Geomatics Officer to join their team in Mowbray, Western Cape. This role is crucial for managing and enhancing geospatial information systems that serve the community and support effective land use planning and infrastructure development. By capturing and interpreting various geospatial data, the Principal Geomatics Officer helps ensure that accurate topographical information is available for public service projects, contributing significantly to better decision-making and resource management in the region.
As a Principal Geomatics Officer, your work will directly benefit the public, enhancing the quality and accessibility of geospatial data. This position will require a blend of technical expertise and analytical skills, enabling you to play an integral role in various projects that impact the community. Your dedication to quality and accuracy will be pivotal in maintaining the integrity of the Integrated Topographic System, ensuring that the province can rely on precise geospatial data for future planning and development.
About the Department
The Department of Transport and Public Works is committed to developing and maintaining a sustainable transport system and infrastructure that meets the needs of the Western Cape community. With a focus on safety, efficiency, and accessibility, the department plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for residents. Working here means contributing to projects that not only improve transport and infrastructure but also promote economic growth and environmental sustainability.
The department’s mandate extends to the effective management of land and resources, ensuring that all projects adhere to strict standards and specifications. This dedication to quality service is what makes working at the Department of Transport and Public Works a fulfilling experience, as you will be part of a team striving to make a positive impact on society.
What You’ll Do
- Capture and process geospatial data into the Integrated Topographic System.
- Interpret imagery and accurately map topographical features.
- Ensure compliance with topological rules and standards.
- Document processes for applying topographical rules effectively.
- Perform quality checks on mapped land cover classes and ensure data accuracy.
- Participate in developing procedures and standards for geospatial data management.
- Provide reports on monitoring the Tape Library equipment and software.
- Extract and provide geospatial data from the database for various projects.
- Collaborate with internal and external clients to ensure the correctness of geospatial information.
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.
- Proficiency in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to manage projects and work collaboratively within a team.
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 Certificate in Geomatics or Survey Officer Certificate (NQF Level 5).Minimum of 6 years geomatics post qualification experience in 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 52 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).
