Gisc Technician (Production) Grade A-C

About the role

The Department of Human Settlements (KwaZulu-Natal) is hiring a Gisc Technician (Production) Grade A-C, based in Durban. This is a contract post, paying R407,337 to R610,131 a year. (3- year contract) How to apply: Applications must be posted to: The Head of Department, KwaZulu-Natal Department of Human Settlements, Private Bag X54367, Durban, 4000 or hand delivered to: The Acting Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Department of Human Settlements, Ground Floor, Murchison Passage, 353-363 Dr Pixley ka Seme Street, Durban, 4001. Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs For attention: Mr. TW Khalishwayo Reference number to quote: GIS TECH Closing date: 18 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical GISc activities, Maintain GISc unit effectiveness, People management, Functional requirement analysis.

Requirements

• A National Diploma in GISc, Cartography or relevant qualification plus a 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