Instrument Supervisor

Roles and responsibilities

• Perform survey assistant duties to the land surveyor.
• Assist and support surveyors in field surveys, in drafting survey notes and detailed drawings.
• Conduct on-field survey and record measurements.
• Analyze calculation(s) in accordance with the plot features.
• Coordinate with other surveyors on field survey activities.
• Perform basic engineering calculations relating to survey activities.
• Maintain logs, reports, and records in relevant databases.
• Ensure compliance of established procedures and guidelines in survey activities.
• Transporting, assembling, maintaining, and operating survey equipment.
• Assisting with measuring of distances, angles, and variations in terrain.
• Collecting and labelling samples.
• Placing pegs and survey markers as directed.
• Assisting with the analysis of the position, shape, and elevation of natural features such as hills, valleys, and waterways.
• Assisting with determining land boundaries for housing estates, building sites, reservoirs, roads, and drainage systems.
• Recording measurements manually or with electronic equipment.
• Performing calculations to determine the area of irregularly shaped parcels of land using methods such as metes and bounds or global positioning systems (GPS).
• Collecting data regarding topography, natural resources, vegetation, and soil composition of an area.
• Using computers to create maps and other visual representations of survey results using drafting software such as AutoCAD.
• Preparing legal descriptions of land parcels, including lot dimensions, location, and boundary coordinates.
  

Qualification(s) And/or Experience

• You will possess a Certification - Surveying / High School; this is an essential contractual requirement.
• You will have a work experience within the Oil & Gas or petrochemical industry.
• You will have work experience in a related designation / specialty within a GCC country. The GCC countries referred to here are: The State of Kuwait, The Kingdom of Bahrain, The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, The Sultanate of Oman, The State of Qatar, and The United Arab Emirates. This is a preferred but not mandatory requirement.

Desired candidate profile

• Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of surveying principles and practices, including the use of instruments like total stations, GPS, and levels.

• Data Collection: Skills in gathering precise measurements and data for mapping and construction purposes.

• Surveying Software: Familiarity with surveying and mapping software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS) for data analysis and visualization.

• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in measurements and calculations to ensure reliable survey results.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify issues in surveying projects and develop effective solutions to overcome challenges.

• Fieldwork Experience: Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions and terrains, often for extended periods.

• Report Writing: Proficiency in preparing survey reports and documentation, detailing findings and methodologies used.

• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with engineers, architects, and other stakeholders.

• Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of local surveying regulations and standards to ensure compliance in all projects.

• Project Management: Skills in planning and organizing surveying tasks, managing time effectively to meet project deadlines.

• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work effectively in teams and coordinate with various stakeholders throughout the surveying process.

• Quality Assurance: Commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in all surveying activities and outputs.