Key Responsibilities:

• Management, collation, curation, analysis and dissemination of all geotechnical data in the organisation.
• Manage and undertake the process of precisely digitising and centralising all geotechnical data, largely using organisation to generate relevant products and advanced research.
• Handling all queries relating to geotechnical data in organisation from internal and external stakeholders.
• Liaise with relevant external stakeholders on geotechnical data matters, particularly on dolomite
• Being responsible for generating products for clients in the form of GIS maps and datasets
• Produce GIS maps and layers for commercial, geotechnical, mapping and research projects within the organisation
• Prepare data and facilitate the process of the migration of all hard and soft copy geotechnical data into a central repository (online portal)
• Ensure data compliance and quality management, with strict adherence to organisation data policy
• Allocate responsibilities / delegate work packages as well as the training and supervision of team members
• Do project presentations at conferences, workshops and meetings
• Write quarterly and annual technical report

Behavioural Attributes

• Impeccable professional conduct
• Ability to think strategically and integrate this with the shared vision of the organisation
• Ability to work towards deadlines
• Ability to work independently
• Good communication skills
• Good report-writing skills
• Be a good team player and willingness to share experience, knowledge and workload
• Customer-centric
• Pay attention to details
• Adaptability and leaning orientated
• Knowledge of the ISO certification process and standards

Knowledge and Experience:

• Proficiency in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) software and accurate geographic projection of data
• Experience in spatial referencing and geographic information processing software
• Experience in the management of databases
• Experience in engagements with external Stakeholders
• Basic knowledge and understanding of geology, particularly dolomite, will be beneficial
• Understanding and implementation of ISO processes and standards
• Valid driver’s license
• Computer literacy in MS Office and other processing software

Educational Qualifications:

• Grade 12 and;
• National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in GIS or Science or equivalent plus 5 years working experience; OR
• Bachelor’s degree / B-Tech degree in GIS or equivalent plus three years working experience.