Luvo Qumba Pr.L(SA)

Experience

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  Chief Directorate : National Geospatial Information

  Nov 2010 - Dec 2010

  Internship

  Conducting Geomatics Realated Surveys under supervision

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  Loyd & Hill Inc.

  Nov 2011 - Dec 2011

  Internship

  Conducting Geomatics Realated Surveys under supervision

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  Department of Rural Development and Land Reform

  Jan 2015 - Mar 2019

  Plan and perform surveys to solve practical survey problems (challenges) to improve efficiency and enhance safety. Investigate applications on new and existing technologies. Plan and perform surveys of a complex nature. Development of cost effective solutions and approval of surveys according to prescribed requirements/standards. Promote safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology. Provide professional advisory and support services and develop tender specifications. Provide human capital development. Ensure training and development of Candidate Professional Surveyors to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound survey principles and code of practice. Supervise the survey work and processes and administer performance management and development. Render office administration and budget planning. Manage resources and prepare and consolidate inputs for the facilitation of resource utilisation. Ensure adherence to regulations and procedures for procurement and personnel administration. Monitor and control expenditure and report on expenditure and service delivery. Conduct research and development. Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. Research/literature studies on survey technology to improve expertise and liaise with relevant bodies/councils on survey-related matters. Show less

  • Professional Land Surveyor

    Mar 2015 - Mar 2019

  • Candidate Professional Land Surveyor

    Jan 2015 - Nov 2016
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  A.N. Bhawan Professional Land Surveyors

  Apr 2015 - Aug 2015

  Professional Land Surveyor-in-training

  Conducting Engineering, Town Planning and Cadastral Survey work in fulfilment of PLATO requirements for articles. This was done under the supervision of the Director Mr. Arvind Bhawan, a Professional Land Surveyor in the firm.

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  Chief Directorate : National Geospatial Information

  Sept 2015 - Dec 2015

  Conducting Cadastral Surveys (Farm Surveys) under the supervision of Mr. Ndinae Netshivhangoni, a Professional Land Surveyor.

  • Professional Land Surveyor-in-training

    Nov 2015 - Dec 2015

  • Photogrammetry and GIS Training

    Sept 2015 - Oct 2015
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  Isazi Surveys

  Jan 2016 - Oct 2016

  Professional Land Surveyor-in-training

  Conducting Surveys under the supervision of Professional Land Surveyor Mr Willem Coetzer.

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  Mangosuthu University of Technology

  Feb 2018 - Jul 2018

  Geomatics Part-time Lecturer

  Part-time Geomatics Lecturer in the Department of Civil Engineering & Surveying at the Mangosuthu University of Technology.Courses :Control Surveying IIIIntroductory CAD

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  Q-Tech Geomatics Surveyors

  Apr 2019 - May 2021

  Geomatics Specialist

  Trading under Q-Tech Engineering Pty Ltd. The company offers and specializes in the following areas :Professional Land SurveyingTown PlanningEngineering SurveyingSectional Title PlansGIS MappingRemote Sensing

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  OPTRON (Pty) Ltd

  Jun 2021 - Oct 2021

  Technical Support Engineer

  Technical Support Engineer within the Optron's Regional Office in Durban. Reporting to the Technical Support and Training Manager.Role purpose is to take ownership of technical support and training to customers on all relevant products and solutions via the following duties :Technical Support:• Resolve any reported product/solution issues or malfunctions through following proper diagnostic/troubleshooting steps, as well as standard procedures and protocols, to identify and understand the problem and provide suitable solutions.• Continuously provide optimal technical customer support whether through field visits or telephonic.• Ask customers targeted questions during telephonic support to identify the root of the problem.• Talk customers through suitable/applicable steps and actions to resolve issues when providing telephonic support.• Ensure all product/solution/customer issues are properly logged, provide timeous reports and manage own field dispatch schedule.• Continuously build supportive customer relationships.• Provide technical support to internal staff involved in the sales (i.e. pre-sales support) and implementation of relevant products/solutions.• Assist with technical presentations at the Company's product launches and seminars.Product Training:• Continuously build and expand on own product knowledge.• Prepare for customer training through completing a needs analysis of the end users being trained, and compiling training material and agenda accordingly.• Present technical training, as certified product trainer, to all customers and product end users, on newly acquired products or product upgrades.Quality Control:• Ensure quality control of all products/solutions dispatched to customers. Show less

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  Esri South Africa

  Dec 2021 - Sept 2023

  Geospatial Consultant

  Part of professional services, I proactively craft and propose solutions that clarifyhow GIS brings business value to address critical business challenges faced byclients. Actively work with clients to identify, design, and implement key GISworkflows for the ArcGIS platform. Develop and support business opportunitiesand relationships with Esri clients and business partners. Advance how ESRI’stechnology integrates with our client’s vision and translate system requirementsinto software architecture and design specifications.Tasks included:• Data conversion strategies & analysis.• ArcGIS Online application developmentProject Involvement:• Surveyor General and Deeds office GIS Registered Layer.• KZN Municipalities – Building and Configuring Web Applications and Maps for clients• Surface Monitoring in Mines using UAV Captured Point Cloud Data in ArcGIS Show less

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  EThekwini Municipality

  Sept 2023 - now

  Manager : GIS Projects & Photogrammetry

  ~ Managing City-Wide GIS Projects with Office based at Information Management Unit at Rennie House~ Managing Photogrammetry Division with Office based at City Engineers at Old Fort RoadThe position involves leading and managing geospatial projects citywide, focusing on the delivery and management of imagery and remotely sensed raster data products. Daily responsibilities include managing corporate GIS and citywide geospatial projects, collaborating with customers and project teams, and compiling project documentation. The role also involves overseeing aerial survey projects, preparing technical specifications, and ensuring timely and accurate delivery of photography and LiDAR data.On a daily basis, the role requirement is to perform digital image processing, analysis, LiDAR manipulation, and integrate derived products into geospatial mapping projects. The role is also to develop geospatial analytics and visualization tools as required, aiming to improve workflows. Monthly tasks include marketing and promoting the use of geospatial technology throughout the municipality, collaborating with business units to implement suitable solutions.The position entails daily leadership and management of staff, providing supervision, training, and mentorship, as well as evaluating individual performance and implementing workplace skills development plans. The role further entails a continuous review of geospatial processes, involving GIS, imagery, remote sensing, and photogrammetry applications, staying updated on technology advancements as required. Show less

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  University of KwaZulu-Natal

  Sept 2023 - now

  Appointed by Dean of the School of Engineering to execute the following :• To serve as permanent link between the Programme and Industry.• To investigate mutual problems of Industry and the Programme.• To evaluate the academic programme of the Programme on a continuous basis.• To advise the Programme Executive Committee on matters relating to changes/trends in the industry that may in turn influence the content of the degree programme.Tasks include:• Industry research and observation• Attendance of board meetings and resolutions Show less

  • Advisory Board Member : UKZN School of Engineering

    Nov 2023 - now

  • External Examiner : Photogrammetry 2

    Sept 2023 - now