This vacancy has closed. It closed on 27 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
GISC TECHNOLOGIST (GRADE A)
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning
- Reference number
- EADP 14/2026
- Salary
- R471 720 - R507 000 per annum, (OSD as prescribed).
- Centre
- Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government.
- Province
- Western Cape
- Closing date
- 27 July 2026
- Circular
- No 23 of 2026
Requirements
3–4-year GIS degree or related bachelor's degree; compulsory registration with the South African Geomatics Council as a GISc technologist; 3 years post-qualification GISc technologist experience; valid code B driver’s licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Technical Geographic Information Science (GISc) knowledge of spatial data, application of projections, geodatabase design and analysis, spatial analysis and models, cartography, (and GIS Standards); Analytical, Statistical and Mathematical skills; Different GIS Software packages, but especially the ESRI products and applications (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise Portal/ArcGIS Online); Understanding of technologies such as GPS, Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing; Project Management; Technical report writing Research and development; Legal compliance for spatial data. Skills in the following: Advanced computer skills; Ability to solve problems; Collect, organize and critically evaluate Information; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and listening); Customer Service; Self-Management and Decision Making; Professional Accountability; Ability to work effectively under the direction of the Head: Spatial Information Management.
Duties
Collect and capture of data from various formats and sources; Design and implement a spatial database to store the required datasets; Data manipulation and analysis, including quality assurance; Creation and maintenance of spatial data topology and attributes, and format manipulation. Apply geo-referencing, datum and projection transformations. Providing technical support relating to software and data usage to geographic information system (GISc) users; Verify spatial data and compile report as required. Design, develop and create geodatabases, maps and other related projects. Supervise capture and publish metadata records; Promote and participate in stakeholder relations. and capture of data from various formats and sources; Design and implement a spatial database to store the required datasets; Data manipulation and analysis, including quality assurance; Creation and maintenance of spatial data topology and attributes, and format manipulation. Apply geo-referencing, datum and projection transformations. Providing technical support relating to software and data usage to geographic information system (GISc) users; Verify spatial data and compile report as required. Design, develop and create geodatabases, maps and other related projects. Supervise capture and publish metadata records; Promote and participate in stakeholder relations; Develop Geographical Information Science (GISc) spatial information tools within the organisational process. Provide access to spatial information and geographic information services to all clients in the department. Train end users on skills regarding GISc at all times. Ensure interoperability between systems to maximise efficiency. Publish data into a web-based GIS system to provide geographical information through the internet. Ensure easy access to spatial information at all times; Document GISc processes; undertake system audit; undertake requirements analysis; undertake cost-benefit analysis. Develop process models and workflow diagrams. Implement GIS standards; draft Terms of Reference for GIS projects. Research, investigate and advise on new GIS technologies. Advise on research viability and feasibility. Recommend and compile an appropriate plan to respond to the research problem. Develop new methods/technologies for solving spatial data problems; research and implement new GIS standards.
Where to send your application
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
Enquiries
Prabani Naidoo Tel No: (021) 483 2711
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 23 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 3 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.
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