GIS Technician

Collects, updates and prepares geographic data and maps using GIS software, databases and field information. Explore current demand, important skills and estimated junior, mid-level and senior salaries, plus 1 linked programme across 1 university. Enter your subjects and marks to discover which linked programmes you may qualify for.

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Career overview

What does a GIS Technician do?

Collects, updates and prepares geographic data and maps using GIS software, databases and field information.

Demand level: Medium

Earning potential

Estimated annual salaries

JuniorR240 000 p.a.Mid-levelR400 000 p.a.SeniorR620 000 p.a.

Salary figures are estimates and may vary by employer, experience, qualifications, location and economic conditions.

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Skills linked to this career

Data accuracy · EssentialGIS software · EssentialSpatial data editing · EssentialCartography · ImportantField data collection · Useful
Study routes

Programmes linked to this career

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MINE SURVEYING — University of Johannesburg

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What does a GIS Technician do?

Collects, updates and prepares geographic data and maps using GIS software, databases and field information.

What skills are important for this career?

Important skills include Data accuracy, GIS software, Spatial data editing, Cartography, Field data collection.

What salary can I expect?

VX provides junior, mid-level and senior annual salary estimates. Actual earnings vary by employer, experience, qualifications, location and economic conditions.

Which programmes can lead to this career?

1 linked programme is currently available in the VX database. Use Course Match to see which ones fit your subjects and marks.