19-Cartographers and surveyors

Job Title: 

Cartographers and surveyors

Job Description: 

Research, study, and prepare maps and other spatial data in digital or graphic form for legal, social, political, educational, and design purposes. May work with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

Summary: 

Cartographers generate geographic, political, and cultural information and measure and map the earths surface. A Surveyor establishes boundaries, measures land parcels, and describe them for legal documents. They collect, analyze, and interpret geographic information provided by geodetic surveys, aerial photographs, and satellite data and include the design and evaluation of algorithms, data structures, and user interfaces for GIS and mapping systems. They also apply scientific and mathematical principles to design, prepare and revise maps and charts, plan, direct and conduct survey work to determine, delineate, plan and precisely position tracts of land, natural and constructed features, coastlines, marine floors and underground works, and manage related information systems.

Tasks: 

Job activities and tasks include:

  • surveying, measuring and describing land surfaces, mines, underground surfaces, sea, river and lake beds
  • noting exact position of various features and recording survey data in digital form
  • making charts and maps to be used in determining navigable waters and channels and in planning construction of marine structures
  • planning and conducting aerial photographic surveys
  • designing, compiling and revising maps and charts using aerial and other photographs, satellite imagery, survey documents and data, existing maps and records, reports and statistics
  • designing, preparing and revising maps, charts, plans, three-dimensional models and spatial information databases, often using computer-based techniques, and applying principles from science, mathematics and graphic design
  • applying scientific and mathematical principles to design, prepare and revise maps and charts, plan, direct and conduct survey work to determine, delineate, plan and precisely position tracts of land, natural and constructed features, coastlines, marine floors and underground works, and manage related information systems
  • undertaking research and development of surveying and photogrammetric measurement systems, cadastral systems and land information systems
  • studying and advising on technical, aesthetic and economic aspects of map production
  • maintaining technical liaison and consultancy with other relevant specialists
Knowledge: 

Higher specialized knowledge of principles, concepts and techniques in field of work, discipline and/or professional practice

  • Advanced knowledge of analyzing, planning, managing and establishing ideas, policies, strategies, projections and/or conditions in the field of work, discipline and/or professional practice
  • Higher knowledge of research principles and methods
  • Higher knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications
  • Higher knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various products, goods and/or services
  • Higher knowledge of materials, construction processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective construction of structures, buildings and facilities
  • Higher knowledge of high level governance of systems, processes and procedures including legislative, regulatory, standards, codes and conventions
  • Broad knowledge of recent developments in the field of work, discipline and/or professional practice
  • Broad knowledge of principles, concepts and techniques in management, economics, finance, statistics and fiscal disciplines related to the field of work and/or professional practice
  • Broad knowledge of political, government, legislative and regulatory systems related to the field of work
  • Broad knowledge of laws, regulations, standards codes and conventions of the UAE and specific Emirates related to the field of work, discipline and/or professional practice and more general subjects including OHSE and cultural understanding and awareness
  • Broad knowledge of principles, concepts and techniques in sensitively managing complex ethical issues
  • Leverage information technology, management information systems, management techniques and tools for optimal field of work performance and/or professional practice
  • Skills in research, analysis, consultation and synthesis of information to evaluate ideas, policies, strategies, projections and/or conditions and produce recommendations and/ or relevant options
  • Manage higher level relationships and organize related activities of respective stakeholders
  • Higher skills and experience in broad based policy analysis, formulation and research, plus planning in sensitive and confidential environment
  • Develop concepts and convey strategic suggestions from the spectrum of development experience
  • Broad level negotiation cultural sensitivity and diplomatic skills
  • Use of information, tools, resources to support broad-level and complex work achievement
  • Work sensitively and effectively in a multi-cultural environment
  • Work with others to develop creative solutions to complex predictable and new contexts problems
  • Communicate with effect, and a proven record of developing and maintaining active partnerships across an organization and with diverse external clients and other key stakeholders
  • Highly developed higher oral and written communication, interpersonal and representational skills, and a proven ability to use these skills to prepare and present clear, concise, high quality advice
  • Highly developed leadership and effective management skills, with capacity to implement and sustain improvements within a team environment, as well as the ability to work flexibly and cooperatively as a member of a team
  • Personal drive and integrity, the ability to self-manage and the capacity to identify and effectively control risks associated with change, as well observe ethical standards related to complex ethical issues
  • Achieving results within tight timelines, and capacity to set and implement new policy directions
  • Highly developed broad organizational skills, including the ability to organize priorities and meet tight deadlines
    • Work Context: 

    May need to travel to collect information. They may be required to liaise with clients, government officials and industry. Spatial information refers to information about the geographical relationship between places, people and other items within a particular area. May also be required to hold additional course outcomes in geometry, trigonometry, drafting, mechanical drawing, calculus, statistics, and physics.

    Education: 

    Bachelor degree in cartography or surveying or relevant discipline, higher qualification or equivalent

    Required Work Experience: 

    5 years and a above

    Probable Employers: 

    SCAD, Urban Planning Council, Municipality of Abu Dhabi

    Occupational Size: 
    Less than 5,000
    Expected Earnings: 

    Above the industry average

    Projected Growth: 
    Very good
    Alternate Titles: 

    Examples of job titles:
    Aerial surveyor - Cadastral Surveyor - Cartographer - Hydrographic surveyor - Land surveyor - Mine surveyor - Photogrammetrist
    Examples of some related occupations:
    Quantity surveyor - Building surveyor - Marine surveyor - Photogrammetric technician - Compiler - Production manager - Stereo compiler - GIS Analyst (Geographic information systems analyst) - Stereoplotter operator - Digital cartographer - Geographic information systems specialist (GIS specialist) - Land information officer - Spatial information scientist - Mapping scientist - Map maker

    UAE Industry Groups: 
    Industrial
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    Source Of Info: 
    Occupations and Careers Handbook for UAE Nationals(Copyright NQA ). Referenced from New York University, Abu Dhabhi