Rangga Masdar
Geospatial Engineer | GIS | Survey | GNSS | UAV | LiDAR | Spatial Analytics | Python Automation
GPS Survey Section Head at KPN Plantations
About
Experience
GPS Survey Section Head
KPN Plantations · full time
Aug 2023 – Jul 2026 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Indonesia, Jakarta
- Initially led GIS, GPS Survey, and UAV Survey functions before organizational restructuring established dedicated GPS and UAV Survey leadership roles in February 2026. - Directed large-scale UAV and LiDAR spatial planning covering 617,180 ha and 51,709 ha respectively, providing critical geospatial data for engineering design and plantation development across 16 estates. - Managed geospatial databases and engineering design data supporting replanting planning and implementation across 16 plantation estates. - Developed Python/ArcPy automation workflows for plantation layout design, reducing repetitive manual GIS processing and improving spatial design consistency. - Provided geospatial engineering and technical support across 61+ plantation estates and 27 operating entities in Sumatra, Kalimantan, and Papua. - Led cross-functional survey and GIS teams in project planning, field implementation, technical monitoring, and engineering delivery.
GIS Engineer
KPU Plantation — PT Aditya Agroindo · full time
May 2015 – Aug 2023 · 8 yrs 3 mos · Indonesia, Pontianak
- Led GIS engineering, survey, and mapping activities supporting plantation development and project planning across 15 estates in Kalimantan and Papua. - Managed geospatial information and spatial datasets covering approximately 48,000 hectares of plantation operations. - Delivered spatial analysis and geospatial engineering support for land acquisition (GRTT), BAPP verification, feasibility studies, and due diligence projects. - Led cross-functional GIS and survey teams in project planning, field implementation, technical monitoring, and quality control across multiple plantation operations. - Standardized GIS workflows and spatial data management processes to improve mapping consistency and reporting efficiency.
GIS Surveyor
Wilmar International Plantation · full time
May 2011 – Sep 2014 · 3 yrs 4 mos · Indonesia, Medan
- Delivered geospatial survey and engineering support for plantation development projects across Indonesia, Nigeria, and Myanmar. - Established and maintained high-accuracy GNSS/GCP/CORS control networks supporting approximately 29,000 hectares of overseas plantation development. - Supported topographic, boundary, construction, and engineering surveys for plantation, sugarcane, refinery, and infrastructure projects. - Collaborated with multidisciplinary engineering teams to provide reliable spatial data for planning and land development. - Completed international field assignments in Nigeria and Myanmar supporting large-scale plantation expansion and survey operations.
Projects & Portfolio
Selected Project Portfolio
1.THIP Rehabilitation & Water Management — 139 blocks / 6,879 ha 2.Automated Plantation Replanting Design — Python / ArcPy 3.Uganda Feasibility & UAV Mapping — Wetland / Land Cover Assessment 4.Nigeria Plantation Development — International Field Survey 5.Myanmar GCP & Satellite Mapping — Static GNSS / Pleiades
Skills & Endorsements
Education
Bachelor Degree
Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember · Geophysics
Feb 2006 – Jan 2011
GIS Software Proficiency
Honors & Awards
| Stream 2: Innovative & Creative Idea, Early Warning System (EWS) & DJI Dock 3 Autonomous Inspection Drone with AI
KPN Plantations · 2025-12-19
Awarded 1st Place in KPN Champion – Stream 2: Innovative & Creative Idea for designing an Early Warning System (EWS) and autonomous drone inspection solution. The initiative integrated geospatial hotspot data, automated notifications, real-time web monitoring, mobile ground verification, and DJI Dock 3 autonomous surveillance to improve monitoring efficiency and accelerate field response. Designed to enable up to 70% faster response through automated workflows and centralized reporting.
Featured — Miniature Photography & Visual Concept
KPP Pratama Pontianak Barat · 2022-12-16
Featured in the KPP Pratama Pontianak Barat 2023 Calendar for miniature photography and visual concept work, showcasing creative visual storytelling through miniature modeling and photography.
1 of 25 Inspirational Students
Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) · 2010-11-06
Recognized as one of 25 Inspirational Students at Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) in 2010 for achievement in competitive sport climbing.
Gold Medalist — Men's Speed Sport Climbing | PORPROV II Jawa Timur
KONI Jawa Timur · 2010-10-10
Won the Gold Medal in Men's Speed Sport Climbing at PORPROV II East Java in 2009, representing Kota Malang.
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Licenses & Certifications
Remote Pilot Certificate (UAS)
Ministry of Transportation Republic Indonesia · Issued 2025-08-16