Chief Photogrammetrist (Level 6)

Summary

The successful candidate will report to the Supervisor, Topographic Data Management Section Job Purpose: To ensure the efficient production of maps, ortho-photographs and digital data describing Jamaica land mass 💰$3,501,526 - $4,709,163 JMD per annum.

Responsibilities

• Key Outputs:

  • • Projects planned
  • • Procedures complied with
  • • Tasks delegated
  • • Training delivered
  • • Performance appraisals conducted
  • • Reports developed
  • • Materials monitored and sourced
  • • Instruments and equipment maintained
  • • Technical assistance given
  • • Aerial photographs assessed
  • • Aerial imagery collected and processed
  • • Aerial image products and bi-products assessed
  • • Quality Checks conducted on aerial image products and bi-products
  • • 3D cadastre creation monitored
  • • Attendance record of staff maintained
  • • Estimates of work prepared

• Managing/Administrative:

  • • Provides leadership through example and the sharing of knowledge and skills
  • • Ensures the implementation of objectives and assesses results
  • • Delegates tasks to employees and monitors their progress
  • • Ensures employees comply with policies and procedures of the Unit
  • • Conducts performance appraisal in accordance with established guidelines
  • • Prepares reports on the progress of activities in the Unit
  • • Records jobs submitted to the Unit, determines the nature of work to be done and assigns the relevant staff for job processing
  • • Monitors the stock of materials and supplies used by the Unit and makes requisition for replenishment as is required
  • • Follows up on request made for assistance to resolve problems within the Unit to ensure they are properly dealt with.
  • • Maintains a record of attendance of members of the Unit

• Technical/Professional:

  • • Conducts research on tools, technology and workflow pertinent to Photogrammetry field.
  • • Assists with planning and supervising fieldwork associated with aerial mapping exercises using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) or other mediums.
  • • Interfaces with internal and external clients in planning of aerial image projects
  • • Supervises the updating of the Agency’s aerial imagery database
  • • Conducts quality checks and quality assurance with the processed aerial imagery and bi-products gathered through fieldwork
  • • Supervises the creation and maintenance of the 3D cadastre database
  • • Coordinates the processing of captured aerial imagery to create bi-products.
  • • Assists with the preparation of estimates for work to be carried out
  • • Ensures instruments and equipment used in the aerial image capture and photogrammetry process are properly maintained.
  • • Checks finished jobs for completeness, quality and accuracy and prepares costing.
  • • Provides technical advice to internal and external user groups as needed in area of Photogrammetry.
  • • Designs and conducts the delivery of training for internal staff
  • • Ensures that requests for technical assistance are routed to the appropriate person(s).
  • • Ensures the reliability, confidentiality and integrity of data are maintained.
  • • Prepares specifications and flight plans for missions.
  • • Assesses the quality of aerial photographs for compliance with flight specifications and designs and acceptance in accordance with international standards.

• Other:

  • • Keeps abreast of technological trends and changes in aerial image capture and photogrammetry techniques and recommend their application where appropriate
  • • Collaborates with other units for the execution of assignments
  • • Performs other related duties assigned from time to time by the Manager

• Performance Indicators:

  • • Employees adhere to policies/procedures and data security is maintained
  • • Reports are complete, accurate and submitted on time
  • • Performance appraisals with appropriate recommendations submitted at the time agreed
  • • Staff is competent and productive
  • • Equipment and instruments are properly maintained
  • • Performance on the job is significantly improved based on technical advice
  • • Adequate office supplies and stocks are always in place to carry out jobs
  • • Efficiency is maximized by using time saving and cost reduction techniques in executing the job
  • • High Resolution Drone imagery and bi-products are produced
  • • Aerial image captured via UAV are processed within time specified
  • • Internal and external personnel are trained
  • • New project areas are added to the 3D cadastre database

• Resources Managed:

  • • Plans, computers, scanners, plotters, printers
  • • Aerial image database
  • • Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Required Skills

• • Excellent knowledge of photogrammetry techniques and the operation of related machines and equipment
• • Good stereoscopic vision and photo-interpretation
• • Good planning and organising skills
• • Good leadership skills
• • Good problem-solving and analytical skills
• • Good coaching, mentoring and conflict resolutions skills
• • Good decision-making skills
• • Sound judgement
• • Good oral and written communication skills
• • Competence in the use of relevant computer applications

Qualifications

• • Degree in Geo-informatics or its equivalent with a specialization in Photogrammetry and 3 years experience
OR
• • Tertiary level Diploma in an Earth related science area, related training in Photogrammetry and five (5) years experience in a map production environment
• • Certificate in Supervisory Management

Additional Information and Instructions

• Special Conditions Associated with the Job:

  • • Physical and visual fatigue from long sitting and use of computer and other equipment
  • • Long periods in the field visit to facilitate aerial image capture
  • • Exposure to harsh weather and environmental conditions

• Authority to:

  • • Recommend leave
  • • Deploy staff based on work flow level
  • • Caution staff in respect of behavior and performance on the job

A letter of application accompanied by a Résumé should be submitted no later than Friday, April 18, 2025 to ✉️ jobapplications@nla.gov.jm for the attention of: The Director, Human Resource Management & Development National Land Agency 8 Ardenne Road Kingston 10 🔑 Please include the job title in the subject line of your email. ⚠️ Note: We appreciate all responses but only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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