Assistant Town planner: GIS _ MN3889/25

Closing Date: 10 April 2025

Location: Meyerton, ZA

Company: Midvaal Local Municipality

Salary: R 371 508.00 – R 410 352.00 p.a.

REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant Diploma or Degree in Geographic Information Science, Town Planning or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license
• Computer Literate.
• Experience with ArcGIS software is beneficial.
• Experience in the surveying and architectural/building fields will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge and understanding of Building Control & Land Use policies, regulations and procedures.
• Knowledge and understanding of applicable legislation pertaining Local Government.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written)
• Skills and Competencies associated with vocation: adaptability, communication, assertiveness/leadership skills, conflict and stress management, negotiation skills, problem solving skills, office skills, strong administrative skills, writing and typing skills, attention to detail, Report writing skills.
• Three to Five (3 – 5) years’ relevant experience in GIS. Experience in GIS within Local Government Authority will be an advantage.

DUTIES

• Compile and issue locality maps and Survey General (SG) diagrams.
• Provide verbal & written correspondence to the public.
• Maintain & manage the public GIS counter.
• Assist staff with map creation and location intelligence.
• Conduct spatial analysis and prepare reports.
• Prepare various types of maps upon request including locality maps, streets maps and ward maps, etc.
• Capture and maintain spatial datasets, attributes and metadata using ArcGIS software.
• Conduct fieldwork or site inspection when necessary.
• Comments on and assist in compiling planning policies.
• Perform any other related Ad Hoc task and duties as requested or required by management (supervisor) from time to time.

APPL HERE: https://careers.midvaal.gov.za/job/Meyerton-Assistant-Town-planner-GIS-_-MN388925/1151838355/