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About the role We are seeking an experienced Senior Engineering Surveyor to join our growing team, delivering high-quality survey solutions across road, civil, and infrastructure projects throughout Queensland. This role suits a survey professional who thrives on technical challenges and takes ownership of projects from field capture through to final deliverables. Key responsibilities Plan, coordinate, and execute engineering and construction surveys for road, drainage, and civil infrastructure projects Manage field crews and survey equipment, including robotic total stations, GNSS/RTK, and terrestrial LiDAR scanning Produce as-constructed survey data in line with TMR standards Process, QA, and deliver survey datasets using 12d Model/Trimble Business Center (TBC) Prepare survey control networks Liaise directly with clients, engineers, and TMR representatives on project scope, staging, and deliverables Review and check survey outputs prepared by junior and intermediate surveyors Plan and oversee drone/LiDAR survey capture, including flight planning and airspace considerations Prepare technical reports, survey plans, and certification documentation Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and workplace health & safety requirements About you Degree or Diploma in Surveying Minimum 5+ years' experience in engineering or construction surveying Demonstrated experience with TMR projects, standards, and documentation requirements Strong working knowledge of 12d Model, Trimble software (TBC, Access, etc...), and Trimble GNSS/robotic total station systems Experience with LiDAR scanning (Drone or SLAM-based systems) and point cloud processing (highly regarded, not essential) Current QLD driver's licence Strong communication skills and the ability to manage field teams autonomously A proactive, solutions-focused approach and high attention to detail About us We are a growing surveying practice delivering survey solutions across road, civil, and infrastructure projects throughout Queensland. Benefits Competitive salary commensurate with experience Vehicle and equipment provided Ongoing professional development and support toward ESP-AP certification Varied project portfolio spanning road, civil, and infrastructure survey work Supportive team culture with modern survey technology and equipment Opportunities for career progression within a growing surveying practice
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