| Government Entity | Eastern Cape - Rural Development and Agrarian Reform |
|---|---|
| Location | Eastern Cape |
| Reference Number | Ref No DoA/27/07/2026 |
| Salary | R407 337 per annum (OSD) |
| Centre / Location | ALFRED NZO DISTRICT |
| Closing Date | July 31, 2026 |
| Source and Application | erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za |
Reference Number: Ref No DoA/27/07/2026
Department: Rural Development and Agrarian Reform
Job Type: Permanent
Directorate: Natural Resources
Chief Directorate: Sustainable Resources
Programme: Agricultural Integrated Services
Salary Level: OSD
Remuneration: R407 337 per annum (OSD)
Location: ALFRED NZO DISTRICT
Closing Date: Friday, July 31, 2026
Job Description
Programme and project management. Survey
design and analysis knowledge. Research and development. Computer-aided survey
applications. Knowledge of legal compliance. Technical report writing. Creating
a high-performance culture. Generic Competencies: Decision-making skills. Team
leadership skills. Analytical skills. Creativity. Self-management skills.
Financial management skills. Customer focus and responsiveness. Communication
(verbal and written) skills. Computer literacy. Planning and organizing skills.
Conflict management skills. Problem-solving and analysis skills. People
management skills. Innovation skills. A valid driver’s licence.
Requirements
National Diploma (NQF 6) in Survey or
Cartography or relevant qualification. Valid compulsory
registration with the South African Council for
Professional and Technical Surveyors (PLATO) / South African Geomatics Council
(SAGC) as a Survey Technician/Surveyor. Three (3) years’ post-qualification
technical (Survey) experience.
Duties
Provide technical survey services and support in terms of examination, maintenance, archiving and information supply of survey documents and submit for evaluation/approval by the relevant authority. Perform surveys and survey computations. Promote safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements. Evaluate plans, existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology and provide GIS, mapping and information supply services. Perform administrative and related functions. Provide inputs into the budgeting process as required. Compile and submit reports as required. Provide and consolidate inputs to the technical survey operational plan. Develop, implement and maintain databases and supervise and control candidate survey technicians/officers and related personnel and assets. Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. Research/literature studies on technical survey technology or new survey techniques to improve expertise and liaise with relevant bodies/councils on survey-related matters.
More Information
The EE Target for this position is Youth
Requirements
National Diploma (NQF 6) in Survey or Cartography or relevant qualification. Valid compulsoryregistration with the South African Council for Professional and Technical Surveyors (PLATO) / South African Geomatics Council (SAGC) as a Survey Technician/Surveyor. Three (3) years’ post-qualification technical (Survey) experience.
Duties
Provide technical survey services and support in terms of examination, maintenance, archiving and information supply of survey documents and submit for evaluation/approval by the relevant authority. Perform surveys and survey computations. Promote safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements. Evaluate plans, existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology and provide GIS, mapping and information supply services. Perform administrative and related functions. Provide inputs into the budgeting process as required. Compile and submit reports as required. Provide and consolidate inputs to the technical survey operational plan. Develop, implement and maintain databases and supervise and control candidate survey technicians/officers and related personnel and assets. Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. Research/literature studies on technical survey technology or new survey techniques to improve expertise and liaise with relevant bodies/councils on survey-related matters.
Source / Circular Reference
erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za