312116 SURVEYING OR SPATIAL SCIENCE TECHNICIAN
Alternative Title: GIS Technician
Collects, records and evaluates spatial information and prepares databases, maps, charts and plans in support of Surveyors, Cartographers or Other Spatial Scientists. Registration or licensing may be required.
Skill Level: 2
Specialisations:
Aerial Survey Technician
Photogrammetrist
Indicative Skill Level: Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
In New Zealand: NZ Register Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
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Assisting Construction Managers, Architects and Surveyors in planning and organisation
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Interpreting plans, regulations and codes of practice
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Preparing preliminary sketches, working drawings and specifications
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Preparing, editing and revising plans, maps, charts and drawings
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Coordinating works programs
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Inspecting work and materials for compliance with specifications, regulations and standards
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Calculating costs and estimating time scales
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Collecting data using surveying instruments and photogrammetric equipment
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Performing routine computations and plotting preliminary data