JOB DESCRIPTION. Manager, Ocean and Coastal Geoscience. Director Geoscience. Manager, Ocean & Coastal Geosciences. Senior Geodetic Surveyor.

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1 JOB DESCRIPTION Job Reference: Job Title: Work Unit: Responsible To: Responsible For: Job Purpose: Senior Geodetic Surveyor Ocean & Coastal Geoscience Sector of Geoscience for Development Programme (Geoscience Division) Manager, Ocean and Coastal Geoscience At least two Geodetic Surveyors. The jobholder may also, especially during field surveys, be responsible to lead a team of technicians and specialists as required during project based work. The jobholder may also be responsible for consultants and supervise interns or temporary staff in the office. Responsible for the efficient operation and supervision of the Geodetic Unit. The Geodetic Unit is responsible to provide geodetic support to SPC Projects and Programmes as well as the Lands and Survey Departments of member countries. Specifically, the jobholder will be responsible for initiating, planning and tasking activities to implement the objectives under the Pacific Sea Level Monitoring (PSLMP), and Maritime Boundaries Projects (MBP). Both of these work areas having high priority within the region and significant impact and benefit to the peoples and governments of SPC member countries. Date: 09/07/2015 Organisation Context: Director Geoscience Manager, Ocean & Coastal Geosciences Senior Geodetic Surveyor Geodetic Surveyor Geodetic Surveyor Page 1

2 Key Result Areas: The position of Senior Geodetic Surveyor encompasses the following major functions or Key Result Areas: 1. Geodetic Unit development and management 2. Survey operations 3. Project implementation: Pacific Sea Level Monitoring Project (PSLMP) 4. Project implementation: Pacific Regional Maritime Boundaries Project (PRMBP) The requirements in the above Key Result Areas are broadly identified below. Jobholder is accountable for:- Geodetic Unit development and management Co-ordinate SPC s Regional geodetic Unit and associated responsibilities and activities Maintain the development of Pacific Geospatial and Surveying Council (PGSC) in the region. directly liaise with development partners, lands and survey authorities on geodetic and geospatial priorities Formulate and lead a scoping study and framework of action to improve geodetic capabilities in the Pacific provide expert level advice on geodetic service and technology matters prepare project proposals and applications that contribute to the funding base of the Unit and the wider SPC Ensure that administrative tasks are carried out according to SPC s procedures Develop and conduct capacity building in countries with respect to GNSS Survey Technology Jobholder is successful when; Resources for the provision of geodetic services to countries are increased A regional scoping study is available, and stakeholders agree on a strategic plan and actions Agreements and/or memorandum of understandings are in place regional partners and countries look toward SPC as a geodetic service provider of international standard development partners and stakeholders remain informed and are supportive reporting to SPC management and development partners is timely and accurate Survey operations Prepare commercial and technical proposals and costs for surveys and tenders Prepare plans and operating budgets, and be accountable for departures from the approved budget Responsible for the overall operation and performance of the GNSS and other survey systems, including tide gauge stations Lead surveys and plan, schedule and monitor all operational activities develop and implement solutions to complex problems as they arise during survey operations Responsible for ensuring the surveys are completed in accordance with required standards and on time Responsible for the processing of raw survey data and reporting to ensure the required level of accuracy Contracts and agreements are in place all safety standards are met and exposure to risk of equipment and personnel is minimised Projects are completed efficiently and within budget deliverables are fit for purpose and used to modernise geodetic products in the Pacific Consultants are effectively managed and the output is of the expected quality and quantity Positive feedback is received from the clients, national Lands and Survey Departments and regional partners Project implementation: Pacific Sea Level Monitoring Project (PSLMP) Lead the transition of land monitoring activities from Geoscience Australia (GA) to SPC, and ensure SPC s capacity to undertake these activities into the future Routine surveys in the project member countries are completed on schedule and to international standards Survey analysis and reporting are completed and peer reviewed and pass external quality control The work of the key technical partners is well coordinated and complementary to inputs to the Project. Page 2

3 Responsible for survey data analysis and precision levelling monitoring surveys, coordinate geodetic surveys technical activities relating the PSLMP. Draw up field survey schedule, and manage PSLMP survey team in the project member countries Effective liaison with key project partners Geoscience Australia (GA) and Bureau of Meteorology (BoM). Responsible for maintenance of levelling monitoring surveying equipment. Provide logistics support in terms freight clearance for the project stations Coordinate within the Programme and conduct geodetic training exercises Levelling monitoring survey equipment are in good working conditions increased capacity at national level on GNSS survey technology uptake and use Project implementation: Pacific Regional Maritime Boundaries Project (PRMBP) Provide technical advice and assistance to member countries in their preparation of submissions to the United Nations Commission on Limits of the Continental Shelf (UNCLCS). Review, validation, verification and capture of all new and existing maritime boundaries baseline data into the database and portal under various provisions of United Nations Law of the Sea (UNCLOS/LOS). Provide technical training to national counterparts on all data related activities such as Survey Strategy Methodology, GIS design, Maritime Boundaries Information System, management and optimization. Support the implementation of a marine cadastre system and other related the geo-information initiatives of the Division around e.g. PacGeo and PacSafe The maritime zones and extended continental shelf related data and information are reviewed and verified. Member countries successfully develop their maritime boundaries and their ecs submissions. National counterparts are able to undertake and continue surveys related to their maritime boundaries delineation. Note The above performance standards are provided as a guide only. The precise performance measures for this position will need further discussion between the jobholder and supervisor as part of the performance development process. Work Complexity: Most challenging duties typically undertaken: Work in remote locations under difficult environmental conditions for extended periods of time, including poor sanitary facilities, malaria, etc. manage ad hoc requests made outside of the agreed work plan lead the mobilisation of complex equipment in remote locations without immediate access to support services work with people from different backgrounds according to culture and work ethics Facilitate discussions and influence decision making at national or regional technical forums Extensive travel within the region that has many health hazards such as malaria, dengue fever, non-potable water supplies and poor sanitary facilities. K Page 3

4 Functional Relationships & Relationship Skills: Key internal and/or external contacts Internal: Team members of the Programme and unit conducting surveys Team leader and staff of the electronics lab and workshop Programme Management Programme and wider SPC administration and finance staff External: International bodies such as the Institute of Federation of Surveyors (FIG) Regional entities such as the Pacific Geospatial and Surveying Council (PGSC) Survey authorities from development partners, e.g. Geoscience Australia, Land Information New Zealand Government agencies and government departments, e.g. Lands and survey departments Commercial entities such as ports authorities, engineering companies, consultants Nature of the contact most typical Articulate management decisions and motivate survey team Communicate and collaborate on planning, scheduling, and monitoring Proposal writing, budget preparation Discuss and resolve staff and equipment issues give and receive information on regional survey activities and projects Give presentations and articulate and influence decisions of technical nature exchange information and inform partners on activities, exchange of data, deliver survey products for peer review Liaise with relevant government departments on the planning and undertaking of surveys and in-country activities. Facilitate workshops and deliver training material Negotiate and influence contract content and ToRs Level of Delegation: The position holder: Oversee and manage one or more project budgets. Manage operational budget costs for the PSLMP Levelling Survey (quantitatively 9 country surveys per year) cannot authorise costs unless designated as officer-in-charge can sign standard letters on freight & customs declarations for verification outward purpose for Project Work Person Specification: This section is designed to capture the expertise required for the role at the 100% fully effective level. (This does not necessarily reflect what the current position holder has.) This may be a combination of knowledge/ experience, qualifications or equivalent level of learning through experience or key skills, attributes or job specific competencies. Qualifications Essential: Degree in Surveying or closely related field is essential with at least 10 years of progressive work experience in the field of geodetic surveys, analysis and reporting, and project management. Additional qualifications or at least 5 years experience delineation Maritime Zones under the provisions of the Law of the Sea. Desirable: Publication of peer reviewed technical reports Page 4

5 Knowledge / Experience Essential: Complete understanding of practices, techniques, concepts and theoretical principles around precise first order levelling, control surveys and Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS). Previous experience of project management and technical leadership High degree of problem-solving at technical level computer literacy, experience with computer programming and specialised surveying software packages, e.g. AutoCAD, SKI, LISCAD, LevelPak, Pathfinder, Geomatics, TBC, Terra Model and ASHTECH. Expert knowledge in surveying and geodesy relating to horizontal and vertical reference frameworks Ability to analyse survey data collected using different survey technologies such as Total Station Height Traversing and GNSS Surveys Strong knowledge into the technical aspects of UNCLOS with respect to delineation of the maritime boundaries of the SPC member countries. Knowledge of programme and project management, working with donors and developing country partners Ability to troubleshoot with the GNSS Survey Instruments and the Surveying Instruments and work around to integrate different surveying equipment Desirable: Professional practical experience in Pacific Island environments Strong awareness of PIC issues particularly as they relate to maritime boundaries and sea level rise Demonstrated experience in remote sensing. Applied geospatial research experience in, preferably related to datums Well versed in GIS open source software Understanding of database principles. Key Skills /Attributes / Job Specific Competencies The following levels would typically be expected for the 100% fully effective level: Expert level Static and RTK GNSS and other satellite derived survey tools and techniques. Understanding of survey techniques and their application relating to the development of maritime boundaries under the Law of the Sea Convention. Manage and monitor work and associated budget for geodetic survey projects Precise Differential Levelling Surveys and Precision Levelling Monitoring using the Electronic Distance Measurement Equipment Height Traversing technique. Communicate a strong vision for the region and a clear understanding of the regional issues and priorities with respect to geodetics and geospatial services Advanced level computer skills with Surveying and GIS platform Theoretic principles of Geodesy survey data processing. Running field survey operations in the Pacific region Provide technical training in a workshop environment Ability to be proactive in seeking to develop new areas of work within identified objectives and strategies of the programme SPC Policy & Procedures Geodetic Survey Standards and Specifications Tide gauge installations and geodetic control Working Knowledge Remote sensing technology Hydrographic survey techniques Airborne LiDAR surveys Unmanned aircraft system applications Online databases and portals Page 5

6 Awareness development issues in small pacific island countries Disaster risk management and coastal hazards Climate change and adaption Coastal zone management Key Behaviours All employees are measured against the following Key Behaviours as part of Performance Development: Commitment/ Personal Accountability Professional/ Technical Expertise Teamwork Customer Focus Project Focus Effective Communications & Relationships Leadership Personal Attributes Communicates effectively Performs well under pressure Positive attitude to work punctual Strongly committed and punctual. Highly motivated Excellent interpersonal skills Sound judgement Well organized and presentable Dependable Creative and imaginative Demonstrates integrity Demonstrates cultural and gender sensitivity Change to Job Description: From time to time it may be necessary to consider changes in the job description in response to the changing nature of our work environment including technological requirements or statutory changes. Such change may be initiated as necessary by the Director Corporate Services. This Job Description may be reviewed as part of the preparation for performance planning for the annual performance cycle. Approved: Manager/Supervisor Date Employee Date Page 6