GIS Supervisor

2 weeks ago


Kampung Tanjung Sembrong, Johor, Malaysia Sin Thye Management Sdn Bhd Full time 35,000 - 55,000 per year

Purpose of the role: To oversee and coordinate all Geographic Information System (GIS) and drone-based mapping activities in the estate, ensuring accurate spatial data collection, infrastructure monitoring, and timely updates to support estate planning, operations, and decision-making.

Key Duties Responsibility and Accountability:

Field Data Collection & Mapping:

  • Conduct GPS-based mapping of estate boundaries, plantation blocks, roads, drains, bridges, culverts, water gates, bunds, buildings, housing, mills, and other infrastructure.
  • Perform palm tree census using drones and GPS tools, including tree counting, vacant point identification, and palm health monitoring.
  • Update elevation profiles, water flow data, inlet/outlet points, and biodiversity locations (e.g., barn owl boxes).

Work Progress Tracking:

  • Record location, quantity, and date (month/year) of completed estate works such as road repairs, drain cleaning, bridge maintenance, replanting, and pest control.
  • Maintain records for both operational and infrastructure maintenance activities.

Data Management & Coordination:

  • Coordinate with the GIS Executive for uploading and updating data into the GIS database.
  • Ensure all collected data meets accuracy and quality standards.
  • Generate basic maps and reports for operational planning and management review.

Drone & GPS Equipment Handling:

  • Operate and maintain GNSS receiver devices and assist in drone survey operations when required.
  • Ensure all equipment is properly calibrated, maintained, and used according to company SOPs.

Liaison & Communication:

  • Work closely with estate management, agronomy, infrastructure, and environmental teams to ensure GIS data supports daily operations.
  • Provide feedback from the field to improve mapping accuracy and operational efficiency.

Education and Experience:

· Minimum SPM / STPM or Diploma in Plantation Management, Surveying, Geomatics, GIS, Agriculture, or related fields.

· Candidates with relevant field experience in plantation operations may be considered without formal GIS education.

· At least 2 years of working experience in plantation operations, surveying, mapping, or GIS-related work.

Experience in GPS-based data collection, field mapping, or infrastructure monitoring preferred.

Skills & Knowledge:

  • Basic understanding of GPS/GIS tools and mapping principles.
  • Ability to read and interpret maps, layouts, and technical drawings.
  • Basic knowledge of plantation infrastructure (roads, drains, bunds, etc.) and oil palm cultivation.
  • Familiarity with drone survey operations (advantage but not mandatory).
  • Good record-keeping and reporting skills.
  • Physical fitness for fieldwork in varied terrain and weather conditions.
  • Basic TOPO surveying
  • Basic Autocad

Other Requirement :

  • Willingness to work in remote estate locations and travel within the estate.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in data collection.

Available Location:

  1. Pahang (Rompin)

  2. Johor (Kahang)

  3. Kelantan (Gua Musang)

  4. Negeri Sembilan (Seremban)

  5. Perak (Taiping)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: RM2, RM3,500.00 per month

Work Location: In person