GIS Engineering Graduate

Pty; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the engineering sector is seeking a GIS Technician in Pretoria. The ideal candidate will apply GIS concepts to assist in data processing, conduct map creation, and support technical specialists. Requirements include a degree in GIS and proficiency in ArcGIS and QGIS, with a commitment to attention to detail and effective communication.

Qualifications

• 3 years relevant work experience in GIS, preferably in consulting or local government sectors.
• Strong proficiency in ArcGIS and QGIS.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Conduct data capturing, cleaning, digitizing, and converting geographic data.
• Create maps and perform geospatial analysis using GIS software.
• Provide technical assistance and support data processing tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

GIS

Data Management

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

National Diploma or Bachelors degree in GIS, Geography or related discipline

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Expected to apply the concepts of GIS and Data conversion learned through education and / or experience to solve tasks as assigned. The position will also be required to provide mapping and data processing assistance to Senior Technicians Engineers and Technical Specialists.

THE RESPONSIBILITIES

Data capturing (including field survey data) acquisition checking cleaning digitising and converting

Database compilation manipulation reporting and analysing

Analyse geographic relationships among varying types of data

Create maps and graphs using GIS software and excel

Perform geospatial modelling analysis and data manipulation

Produce spatial and nonspatial data / information relevant to particular analysis

Provide technical assistance

Interpret various information from different applications into a GIS format

Processing of raw data as supplied by Client consultants or internally and to update such information in spreadsheets database system(s) and GIS

Provide GIS function for consulting engineering environment

Solve problems using the GIS suite of tools

Processing of multiple sets of data

RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Maintain proficiency in the use of ESRI ArcGIS skills

Maintain proficiency with current and developing technologies and software related to geographic analysis

RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

National Diploma BTech or Bachelors degree in GIS Geography Geoinformatics Environmental Science or related discipline.

03 years of relevant work experience in GIS preferably within consulting engineering or local government sectors.

Proficiency in GIS software applications specifically ArcGIS and / or QGIS.

Experience in spatial data management and digitising.

ArcGIS Spatial Analyst and 3D Analyst experience will be an advantage

GIS usage in the Asset Management environment

Appropriate registration with PLATO in progress

GIS related coursework and training

Strong proficiency in ArcGIS

Proficiency and experience in opensource GIS software QGIS

Ability to prioritize and organize work

Ability to work well under pressure

Ability to be flexible and adaptable to constant change

Ability to perform field work and travel when required

Strong interpersonal skills to assist and communicate with staff and clients

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office programs especially MS Excel

Skill in the manipulation and management of relational and nonrelational database(s)

Advanced Computer Skills

Ability to create / customize project specific maps

Visualisation and Cartographic skills

Enthusiastic about learning pushing technical limits and finding new solutions

Good writing and communication skills for documentation training processes etc.

Valid drivers license and own vehicle

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy.

Strong organisational and timemanagement skills.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Problemsolving skills and ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Motivated and highly driven

Committed to collaborative problem solving sophisticated design and quality product delivery

Visionary and selfstarter with a view to seeing business process optimisation and development / streamlining.

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills qualifications and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment and work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle preference will be given to individuals from designated groups in South Africa.

At Surbana Jurong we put talent hard work teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!

Key Skills

Databases,ArcGIS,Mac Os,GIS,Microsoft Access,Python,Data Collection,CAD,Project Leadership,Drafting,ArcView,Autocad

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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