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Join Shadforth , one of Queensland’s largest family-owned civil contractors with over 50 years in the industry. We deliver projects that shape communities – and we’re looking for a Survey Technician or Surveyor to join our growing team in Hervey Bay. Work across a variety of projects from subdivisions and infrastructure to community works and road construction. You’ll provide accurate survey data, support project teams, and play a key role in ensuring quality delivery. What You’ll Do Undertake surveying and set-out tasks across a range of civil construction projects Operate modern survey equipment and software Manage survey data, calculations, and quality checks Collaborate with engineers, site teams, and project managers What We’re Looking For Experience in civil or construction surveying Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills Confident using survey instruments/software (Trimble, GPS, AutoCAD, 12D) A team player with a proactive attitude What We Offer Company Supplied Vehicle, Fuel card + Modern equipment Generous leave arrangements, with the opportunity to access up to six weeks of paid leave per year through our roster and RDO structure Enhanced earning potential through overtime rates, with increased loadings for extended hours and Saturday work Additional skill-based rewards and paid developmental training A culture that promotes safety, growth, wellbeing, and career progression across all levels of the business If you’re passionate about surveying and want to grow your career with a company that values its people, apply today with your CV and cover letter.
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.