Engineer, Geographical Information Systems (Integrity Team - Pipeline)

Job purpose

Lead, plan, coordinate and manage the geomatics activities for Pipeline Network Division including GIS and special data management projects, survey projects and remote sensing projects. Carry out spatial data assessment for improvement to meet company's operational and business requirements and coordinate the activities with the Engineering division (HQ).

Key accountabilities

Spatial data management

• Manage GIS projects for the pipeline; plan and manage activities associated with the maintenance of GIS system ensuring project deadlines are met, and timely escalation of issues to line managers.
• Lead and support implementation of new GIS applications.
• Manage, plan and perform field data collection as needed.
• Perform satellite image analysis.
• Manage, coordinate and review GIS data submission from vendors.
• Work closely with network team to enhance solutions for their needs and requirements.
• Implement milestones aligned with the strategic architecture aligned with other OSS systems.
• Coordinate with vendor for CR deliveries.

Spatial information coordination

• Manage, coordinate and perform regular review and update of the GIS information for all pipelines in the enterprise GIS solution using ArcGIS / ArcPro software.
• Coordinate the development and regular updates of the required GIS information for implementing the PIMS solution.
• Coordinate the actions between all departments to collect, review and upload pipeline GIS data to the central pipeline database.
• Prepare processes and plans for mitigating risks for any loss or unavailability of GIS maps data.
• Provide technical support for management, NOC, inspection, integrity, HSE, projects, engineering and ADNOC HQ geomatics teams.
• Keep up to date with new technology in GIS, updating all latest maps from UAE municipalities and related activities.

Spatial data assessment

• Provide the company with required Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and cartography services including assessing the GIS and cartography data for its accuracy, quality and integrity in order to provide accurate and up-to-date information.
• Maintain the GIS system by collecting the required data in different formats, cleaning CAD files and exporting data into the corporate geodatabase.
• Manage and ensure the quality of GIS maps data, including geographic information and content accuracy, completeness, at various map layers.

Qualifications, experience, knowledge & skills

• Bachelor degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geosciences or equivalent professional qualification.
• 6 years of experience in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Computer Aided Design planning, development, integration, and maintenance.
• Proficient in geodatabase design, concepts, conventions and security used within a comprehensive Geographic Information System (GIS) environment.
• Knowledge of HSE procedures and practices.
• Planning and organising, scheduling and coordinating, checking, examining and recording professional certifications.