Other Spatial Scientists
Other Spatial Scientists acquire, integrate, analyse, interpret, present, manage and distribute information about locations in space and time, and develop related equipment, software and services.
What the job involves
Determines the position of points of interest on the earth's surface including marine floors, and preparing the final product data in digital form
Supervises the preparation of plans, maps, charts and drawings to give pictorial representations and managing spatial information systems
Undertakes research and development of surveying and photogrammetric measurement systems, cadastral systems and land information systems
Plans and designing land subdivision projects and negotiating details with local governments and other authorities
Advises other scientists relevant professionals on the technical requirements of surveying, mapping and spatial information systems
Compiles and evaluating data, interpreting codes of practice, and writing reports concerning survey measurement, land use and tenure
Prepares site plans and survey reports required for conveyancing and land ownership matters
Evaluates, compiles and maintains spatial information using a range of digital and graphical source materials, including aerial photographs, satellite imagery, survey documents, existing maps and records, historical data, reports and statistics
Analyses and interprets data to design maps, graphs, plans, drawings and three-dimensional models using geographic information and related systems
Develops and trials new applications for use in geographic information systems
Supervises and co-ordinates the work of surveying or spatial science technicians in the production and reproduction of geographic products