Acquires, integrates, analyses, interprets, presents, manages and distributes information about locations in space and time, and develops related equipment, software and services.
Tasks & Responsibilities
Designing and compiling map manuscripts using digital and graphical source material, including aerial photographs, satellite imagery, survey documents, existing maps and records, reports and statistics
Advising Surveyors and other professionals on the data requirements for map production, and on the aesthetic, technical and economic considerations of scales, details to be illustrated, place names and reproduction techniques
Supervising and coordinating the work of cartographic technicians in the production and reproduction of maps
Determining the position of points of interest on the earth's surface including marine floors, and preparing the final product data in digital form
Supervising the preparation of plans, maps, charts and drawings to give pictorial representations and managing automated spatial information systems
Undertaking research and development of surveying and photogrammetric measurement systems, cadastral systems and land information systems
Planning and designing land subdivision projects and negotiating details with local governments and other authorities
Advising Architects, Engineering Professionals, environmental and other scientists or other relevant professionals on the technical requirements of surveying, mapping and spatial information systems
Compiling and evaluating data, interpreting codes of practice, and writing reports concerning survey measurement, land use and tenure
Preparing site plans and survey reports required for conveyancing and land ownership matters
Alternative Titles
• Geographic Information Systems Manager
• Geospatial Analyst
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