GISc TECHNICIAN (PRODUCTION) GRADE A-C

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Here is the rewritten job description: **Overview** This is for a GISc Technician (Production) Grade A-C position, identified by Ref No: GIS TECH 09/2026, at the Kwazulu Natal Department Of Human Settlements. It is a 3-year contract role based in Durban, with a salary ranging from R407 337 to R610 131 per annum, subject to Occupational Specific Dispensation (OSD). **What you will do** * Perform technical GISc activities * Maintain GISc unit effectiveness * People management * Functional requirement analysis **Requirements (from the original advert)** * National Diploma in GISc, Cartography or relevant qualification * 3-year post qualification Technical (GISc) experience * Compulsory registration with PLATO as a GISc Technician * A valid driver’s license * Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: * Understanding of GIS applications and spatial data queries * Theory, principles and practices of GISc standards * Knowledge and capabilities of different GISc software’s * Understanding of technologies such as GPSc, Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing * Knowledge of GISc software applications * Knowledge of GISc software customizations * Knowledge of projections * Knowledge of principles of cartography * Problem solving and analysis * Decision making * Teamwork * Analytical skills * Creativity * Self-management * Customer service * Communication and interpersonal skills * Advanced computer skills * Planning, organizing and execution skills * Language proficiency * Project management * Ability to work under pressure * Honest * Integrity * Ability to work extra hours **Who should apply** This role is suitable for individuals who possess a National Diploma in GISc, Cartography, or a relevant qualification, along with at least three years of post-qualification technical GISc experience. Applicants must be compulsorily registered with PLATO as a GISc Technician and hold a valid driver's license. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of GIS applications, spatial data queries, GISc standards, and various GISc software and technologies like GPSc, Photogrammetry, and Remote Sensing. Key skills include problem-solving, decision-making, teamwork, analytical thinking, creativity, self-management, customer service, communication, advanced computer proficiency, planning, organizing, and project management. The candidate should also be able to work under pressure, show honesty and integrity, and be willing to work extra hours to perform technical GISc activities, maintain unit effectiveness, engage in people management, and conduct functional requirement analysis. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/kwazulu-natal-department-of-human-settlements-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-gis-tech-09-2026 Source: govpage

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