‘Skills and integrity are needed’ – President Ali tells newly sworn in land surveyors

Five persons on Thursday took their oath before President Irfaan Ali to become Land Surveyors during a ceremony at the Office of the President.

The official certification of the surveyors came amid a stern warning from the President to maintain the high standards and integrity of the profession.

Five of the six persons who successfully completed the examination to become a land surveyor were present; the sixth person is currently studying abroad.

“Your greatest asset is your integrity, the nation can invest in the most advanced surveying technology but all of this is meaningless if the professionals who yield such tools are careless and corrupt.

“Your entry into this profession, therefore, is not just a career choice it is a commitment to safeguard order, clarity and justice in our society. You’re being inducted as land surveyors at a time when your skills and your integrity are needed more than ever before,” the Head-of-State said.

President Ali said these persons are now being entrusted with responsibilities that go beyond coordinates and measurements because this profession is fundamental to the development of societies.

The President, “data provided by surveyors has allowed for the structured use of land and resources ensuring that societies develop in a way that is fair and sustainable.”

He said the economy is expanding at an unprecedented pace and the work is expanding with new highways, roads, housing development, bridges and energy projects. Currently, the government is hoping to development more than 30,000 houselots. These are part of efforts to expand the tourism and service sectors in the country.

“Every structure, every title deed, every investment rest first upon the certainty and accuracy that only you as surveyors can provide,” he said.

Noting that land issues have often caused disputes among persons, President Ali warned the new surveyors to be cautious and maintain their oath taken and uphold the highest ethical standards.

He added that the new technologies in land surveying will continue to advance in years to come. He mentioned virtual reality and surveying, which is among the advancements expected globally- therefore- they must invest in learning opportunities.

The new land surveyors who took their oath on Thursday are:

Meshacq Richards

Kishon Dos Santos

Justin Jarvis

Troy Histick

Tyrek Grant

Tyrese Spier – currently overseas