KUCHING: By nurturing lifelong learning, Sarawak’s Land and Survey Department (JTS) has built officers capable of meeting global standards.
Having said this, JTS director Awang Zamhari Awang Mahmood noted that the collaboration between JTS and Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) for the Offshore Programme has successfully produced 15 officers who graduated with a Master of Geomatic Engineering.
“The success of 15 JTS officers in completing their Master’s studies is an inspiration to the whole state civil service.
“God willing, this November they will be celebrated at the convocation ceremony as recognition of their dedication and commitment in pursuing knowledge despite their busy daily duties.
“Their achievement proves that the spirit of learning can endure even with a demanding work routine,” he said.
He said this during the Sarawak Land and Survey Innovation and Integrity Day (HIITS) 2025 closing ceremony at a hotel here, yesterday (Aug 22).
Among the graduates, Sarikei Division Superintendent and Professional Surveyor, Awan Amal, presented a thesis titled Sediment Transport Modelling and Flood Risk in the Rejang River, Sibu, Sarawak at the 10th International Geomatics and Geospatial Technology Conference.
“This presentation not only highlighted the technical expertise of our officers in geomatics and geospatial technology, but also opened opportunities for the research findings to be published in internationally indexed journals such as the International Journal of Geoinformatics or Revue Internationale de Géomatique,” he said.
Building on this success, he added that 16 other officers are currently pursuing the Offshore Master’s Programme in Land Administration and Development.
“This programme not only enhances the technical and managerial knowledge of officers, but also strategically develops a pool of subject matter experts (SMEs) in critical fields such as land administration, geospatial technology, property valuation, and land law,” he added.
He also said the officers’ commitment demonstrates that perseverance and discipline open the door to success while boosting the department’s capacity to implement accurate policies, processes, and innovations.
“Some graduates also plan to further their studies to the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) level, showing a limitless pursuit of knowledge.
“However, the age limit of 45 years for PhD studies under the In-Service Training Award (HLDP) restricts eligibility and indirectly limits opportunities for capable and motivated officers to contribute at a higher level.
“At JTS, we sincerely hope that due consideration can be given to applications that exceed the age eligibility limit, as I believe highly motivated officers who wish to pursue further studies will contribute expertise, up-to-date knowledge, and significant added value to the department,” he said.
“The success of 15 JTS officers in completing their Master’s studies is an inspiration to the whole state civil service.
“God willing, this November they will be celebrated at the convocation ceremony as recognition of their dedication and commitment in pursuing knowledge despite their busy daily duties.
“Their achievement proves that the spirit of learning can endure even with a demanding work routine,” he said.
He said this during the Sarawak Land and Survey Innovation and Integrity Day (HIITS) 2025 closing ceremony at a hotel here, yesterday (Aug 22).
Among the graduates, Sarikei Division Superintendent and Professional Surveyor, Awan Amal, presented a thesis titled Sediment Transport Modelling and Flood Risk in the Rejang River, Sibu, Sarawak at the 10th International Geomatics and Geospatial Technology Conference.
“This presentation not only highlighted the technical expertise of our officers in geomatics and geospatial technology, but also opened opportunities for the research findings to be published in internationally indexed journals such as the International Journal of Geoinformatics or Revue Internationale de Géomatique,” he said.
Building on this success, he added that 16 other officers are currently pursuing the Offshore Master’s Programme in Land Administration and Development.
“This programme not only enhances the technical and managerial knowledge of officers, but also strategically develops a pool of subject matter experts (SMEs) in critical fields such as land administration, geospatial technology, property valuation, and land law,” he added.
He also said the officers’ commitment demonstrates that perseverance and discipline open the door to success while boosting the department’s capacity to implement accurate policies, processes, and innovations.
“Some graduates also plan to further their studies to the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) level, showing a limitless pursuit of knowledge.
“However, the age limit of 45 years for PhD studies under the In-Service Training Award (HLDP) restricts eligibility and indirectly limits opportunities for capable and motivated officers to contribute at a higher level.
“At JTS, we sincerely hope that due consideration can be given to applications that exceed the age eligibility limit, as I believe highly motivated officers who wish to pursue further studies will contribute expertise, up-to-date knowledge, and significant added value to the department,” he said.