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COUNCIL FOR GEOSCIENCE (CGS)
 
JUNIOR SCIENTIST: GIS AND SCIENTIFIC DATABASE MANAGEMENT
Salary: R 535 482.00 Cost to Company, per annum
Peromnes Grade : 09
Location: Head Office :Pretoria
Reporting Line: Manager: GIS and Scientific Database Management
Overall Job Purpose: Contribute to the development and maintenance of the GIS cooperate databases.

 
Key responsibilities:
  • Conducts research with minimum supervision
  • Conducts moderately simple geo-scientific investigations or research under guidance and supervision
  • Participate in data interpretation and production of reports, maps, database, etc.
  • Participates in statutory projects and occasionally commercial projects
  • Provide technical scientific data, information and advice
  • Support the collating of research data and conducts on-the-spot basic error checking
  • Provide technical support and assistance for research projects
  • Accurate and timely capturing and evaluation of geological, geophysical and geochemical data
  • Perform data transformations, classifications, attribute data cleaning, working with database files
  • Support the preparation of scientific data and routine interpretation
  • Record and represent scientific data in the required format as and when required
  • Perform administration and basic reporting
  • Participates in statutory and occasionally commercial projects and publishes research findings internally and or externally.
  • Perform all assigned work according to operating procedures for ISO certification
  • Adherence to GIS Standard Operating Procedures
  • Assist in development of databases, data management and subsequent analysis
  • Participate in data processing and validate into databases
  • Give limited scientific advice to the public and private sector organizations within established guidelines
  • Communicate and/or notify to the relevant line of authority/ line manager the consumable requirements
  • Follow up on the consumables requests made until delivery and storage
  • Timeous and accurate completion of time-sheet for all project related tasks
  • Conduct on-the-job coaching of new users on scientific equipment to facilitate skills/knowledge transfer
  • Participate in Continuous Professional Development initiatives/interventions in order to keep up with new technologies and procedures
  • Complete and submit own Personal Development Plans
 
Key personal attributes and required skills: 
  • Practical exposure and experience in the application of Geographical Information Systems
  • Competent in data analytics in geoscience environment
  • Knowledge of the relationship between this GIS software and databases
  • Knowledge of general mapping principles, spatial analysis, remote sensing, and cartography
  • Project Management
  • Computer literacy
  • Presentation and facilitation skills
  • Communication skills (Oral and Written)
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Report writing skills
  • Valid Drivers Licence
 
Qualifications and experience:
  • BSc Hons Geology or equivalent
  • Registration with relevant Professional Body will be an added advantage
  • Basic knowledge of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and programming will be an added advantage.
  • Valid Driver’s Licence
 

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The CGS is committed to Employment Equity and diversity. In accordance with the CGS Employment Plan, preference will be given but not limited to candidates from under represented designated groups. Females and people from previously disadvantaged groups and sectors are encouraged to apply. If you meet the above requirements and wish to apply, please send your application to careers@geoscience.org.za. Please quote the position title as reference when submitting your applications.
 
Correspondence will only be entered into with the shortlisted candidates.
The CGS reserves the right to not make appointment
All appointments are subject to vetting processes.

Closing Date: 04 February, 2020