Principal GIS Analyst

Description CORPORATE SERVICES ● INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY (IS&T) PRINCIPAL GIS ANALYST TCOE SALARY COMMENCING FROM R1 122 322 PER ANNUM ● REF NO: CS 147/26 ● CIVIC CENTRE, CAPE TOWN Requirements: Relevant three-year tertiary qualification or higher preferably in Geomatics or GIS field Professional registration with the South African Geomatics Council (SAGC) is advantageous Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience in Geomatics/ GIS/Geospatial Valid Code B driver’s licence will be advantageous. Key performance areas: Manage the function of the Geospatial section Manage the acquisition of aerial photography, LiDAR data, oblique aerial photography and 3D building models Provide Geomatics services through the compilation of geospatial data and products (including 3D building models, zoning models, digital elevation models and remote sensing data) Direct and control the accuracy, standards and quality of geospatial data Manage projects relating to geospatial data Manage the dissemination of data according to the Spatial Data Infrastructure Act Apply a body of specialist knowledge, coupled with experience, to research GIS and Geospatial Innovation Perform activities associated with tender procurement and contract administration Manage contractors, contracts, control and implement contractual obligations Prepare deviation reports for software and systems maintenance Provide a consultancy service for internal and external clients Keep abreast of technological developments in the fields of Geomatics, GIS, and Photogrammetry Please apply online at www.capetown.gov.za/careers (https://www.capetown.gov.za/careers) (external applicants) or via the SAP Portal (internal applicants) unless otherwise stated. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Cape Town, you are consenting to the use of your personal information provided as part of your application and/or Recruitment process for Recruitment and Selection purposes. In addition, you may be required to undergo, including but not limited to, Criminal and Security Checks, Personal Verification, and Lifestyle Audits, throughout your recruitment process and/or subsequent employment. Closing date: 9 October 2026 Please quote the reference number of the vacancy in all communications. Certified copies of qualifications must be available on request. Copies of supporting documents will not be returned. Kindly note that applications will not be acknowledged in writing. Visit our website at www.capetown.gov.za/careers (http://www.capetown.gov.za/careers) No late applications will be considered. If no notification of appointment is received within three (3) months of the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.