Registered Surveyor at Africa Talent Contours Limited

Our client a multinational organization with offices in several continents is urgently looking to fill vacancies for their operation at Diego Garcia, Indian Ocean Highland.

DEPARTMENT: PLANNING – IDIQ (SEHP)

POSITION REPORT TO: CONSTRUCTION SUPT. (SEHP) / CIVIL ENGINEER (SEHP) / FACILITIES MGMT. DIRECTOR

OVERVIEW:

• Performs exact measurements and determines property boundaries. Provides data relevant to the shape, contour, gravitation, location, elevation, or dimension of land or land features on or near the earth's surface for engineering, mapmaking, land evaluation, construction, and other purposes.
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• Determines longitudes and latitudes of key features and boundaries in survey areas, using theodolites, transits, levels, and/or satellite-based global positioning systems (GPS).
• Determines vertical control of survey points using automatic levels, dumpy levels, and/or hand levels.
• Computes geodetic measurements and interprets survey data to determine positions, shapes, and elevations of geomorphic and topographic features.
• Trains assistants and helpers and direct their work in such activities as performing surveys or drafting maps.
• Writes descriptions of property boundary surveys for use in deeds, leases, or other legal documents. Manages the monuments and base marker survey benchmark

DESCRIPTION OF JOB TASK AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs surveying to accurately reflect existing conditions.
• Prepares charts, maps, and area surveys and collects field data to incorporate into location maps and records.
• Sets control points, grade stakes, locates underground utilities and other appurtenances and performs hydrographic mapping.
• Manages monument inventory and provides replacements when damaged to include latitude, longitude, and elevation information in maps and area surveys as required by the Government.
• Provides charts, maps, area surveys, and other surveying information within 2 weeks of Government request.
• Surveys performed in direct support of design or non-recurring projects shall adhere to the performance objectives and standards as this spec item but shall not be included in the quantity of this spec item.
• Measures large areas of the Earth's surface using satellite observations, global navigation satellite systems (GNSS), light detection and ranging (LIDAR), or related sources.
• Determines longitudes and latitudes of key features and boundaries in survey areas, using theodolites, transits, levels, and satellite-based global positioning systems (GPS).
• Determines vertical control of survey points using automatic levels, dumpy levels, and/or hand levels.
• Computes geodetic measurements and interprets survey data to determine positions, shapes, and elevations of geomorphic and topographic features.
• Responsible for management and supervision of other surveyors in this Section and acts as the Party Chief for a 2-man or 3-man Survey Crew and directs their work in such activities as performing surveys or drafting maps.
• Performs budget estimates, survey data analysis, and written reports to manage both the contract firm-fixed price performance and indefinite quantity requirements of the Base Operating Support (BOS) Contract regarding work performed in this Section.
• Analyzes control or survey data to ensure adherence to Project Specifications or Land Survey Standards.
• Maintains databases of geodetic and related information including coordinate, descriptive, or quality assurance data.
• Conducts surveys to determine exact positions, measurements of points, elevations, lines, areas, volumes, contours, or other features of land surfaces.
• Computes horizontal and vertical coordinates of control networks, using direct leveling or other geodetic survey techniques such as triangulation, trilateration, and traversing to establish features of the earth's surface.
• Computes, retraces, or adjusts existing surveys of features such as highway/roadway alignments, property boundaries, utilities, control, and other surveys to match the ground elevation-dependent grids, geodetic grids, or property boundaries and to ensure accuracy and continuity of data used in engineering, surveying, or construction projects.
• Determines the orientation of tracts of land, including position, boundaries, size, and shape, using theodolites, electronic distance-measuring equipment, satellite-based positioning equipment, land information systems, or other geodetic survey equipment.
• Reviews existing standards, controls, or equipment used, recommending changes or upgrades as needed.
• Performs other work-related duties and responsibilities as assigned to meet organizational/operational objectives.

BASIC JOB QUALIFICATIONS: (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Ability to use surveying and mapping equipment (graduated rods, transits, levels, theodolites, fathometers, electronic distance meters, global positioning systems, etc.)
• Must have good oral and written communication skills to effectively liaise with clients, other departments within the organization, subcontractors, and clients, and report directly to the Senior Management.
• Must possess administrative, organizational, and computer skills to include proficiency with Microsoft Office suite including MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Proven ability to organize, prioritize, and follow through to completion of multiple tasks, under strict deadlines and changing priorities.
• Must be detail-oriented and have good project management skills.
• Must pass overseas medical screening and be in good health.
• Must possess country of origin driver’s license and be able to drive a manual and automatic transmission vehicle.

Material & Equipment Directly Used:

• May be exposed to potentially hazardous conditions that require the wear of hard hats, gloves, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, safety glasses, and other personal protection equipment (PPE); may be required to push, pull, and lift heavy equipment. Use of portable or vehicle-equipped radios to maintain contact and accountability of work activities. Tools are associated with facilities management, construction, repair, and maintenance.

Working Environment:

• Work will be indoors and outdoors. Exposure to heat, cold, dust, and noise may occur. Employees must comply with all Federal, State, and Local regulations and published Company work rules as well as written instructions. Task-specific work environment training will be provided as required.

Physical Activities:

• Physical requirements include lifting to 35 lbs., team lifting to 50 lbs., climbing, extended sitting, or standing, stooping, stretching, and bending.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS: SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS OR TRAINING

• Must have a current Licensed Land Surveyor (L.S.) or Licensed Geodetic Engineer by the Government of Nationality.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's Degree in Geodetic Engineering from an Accredited University or College based on a four-year course of study is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Must have at least 5 years of hands-on field surveying and mapping experience.
• Must have construction survey and staking experience for all types of building and public works projects.
• Must have GIS, GPS, and CAD/CAM drafting experience.

Basic terms of the job offer.

• Assignment Duration: 12 months. Renewal subject to performance. 
• Base Monthly Salary: 48 hours per week minimum work requirement: $1500.00 (based on 48 hr. work week requirement) 
• Working schedule: 48 hours per week (8 hours per day/6 days a week) 
• Payroll period: Monthly. Amount given take home. 
• Overtime: Work more than 8 hours per day or work performed on a rest day and/or holiday, will be paid as overtime at the base salary rate.
• Accommodations: Housing, transportation, meals in-country, and laundry facilities are provided 
• Free meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) will be provided at the BOS Galley (DG Dining Facility). 
• Laundry facility – Available in DG, means availability of washer and dryer at the respective barracks.  Employees will do their own washing/laundry and employees will purchase their own laundry detergents, fabric softener, etc.
• Sick Leave: Employee will accrue 2.67 hours of sick leave for each full month of service, beginning with the completion of the first full month of Foreign Service employment. 
• Annual leave Up to 21 days paid at the end of each 12-month contract. 
• Travel will be provided by the employer to the employee's home country. 
• Project Holidays: 

Other requirements

• Your Passport must be valid for at least 12 months, with at least 6 total blank visa pages remaining.
• Your driver’s license must be valid for at least 6 months (unless processing for a CDL-required position, which will require 12 months remaining).
• Updated covid vaccination certificate
• Medical exam report at a date to be advised.