Junior Engineering Surveyor

Seam Surveys; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SEAM Spatial in Sydney is seeking a full-time Junior Engineering Surveyor to join a team delivering major construction and infrastructure projects. You will work on engineering set-out, survey control and as-built surveys, aiming to grow your technical capabilities.

You’ll partner with experienced surveyors, use modern surveying technology and contribute to accurate deliverables while taking on increasing responsibility within project teams.

Qualifications

• Qualified in surveying with a recognized degree or diploma.
• At least three years of Australian construction surveying experience.
• Experience in engineering/construction/infrastructure surveying.
• Willingness to learn and build on existing surveying skills.
• Strong understanding of surveying principles and documentation.
• Experience with total stations and GNSS.

Responsibilities

• Undertake engineering set-out and survey control establishment.
• Carry out construction surveys for footings, slabs, pavements and structural elements.
• Establish, maintain and verify site control networks.
• Complete as-built surveys and deliver accurate deliverables.
• Interpret engineering drawings and project specifications.
• Process field data and support drafting and deliverables.
• Identify discrepancies between design and site conditions and communicate with stakeholders.
• Liaise with engineers, site supervisors and subcontractors to resolve survey issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Proactive attitude

Strong communication

Education

Relevant surveying qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

Magnet

Total Stations

GNSS

Job description

Take the next step in your surveying career with a team delivering major construction and infrastructure projects.

Are you a Junior Engineering Surveyor with practical experience looking to strengthen your technical skills, take on greater responsibility and contribute to major construction and infrastructure projects?

At SEAM Spatial, you’ll work alongside experienced survey professionals, use modern surveying technology and play an active role in delivering accurate, high-quality survey solutions.

Working across Sydney’s construction and infrastructure sector, you’ll gain exposure to a diverse range of projects, build your technical capability and develop the confidence to manage surveying tasks with increasing independence.

Why Join the SEAM Spatial Team?

Backed by a team with more than 50 years of combined industry experience, we deliver surveying solutions across major construction and infrastructure projects using modern technology and industry-leading practices.

We are a growing, surveyor-led business that values technical excellence, collaboration and the development of surveying professionals.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a full-time Junior Engineering Surveyor based in Sydney.

This opportunity is suited to a surveyor with practical industry experience who is ready to build on their existing skills, take greater ownership of surveying tasks and work collaboratively with project teams to deliver accurate and reliable outcomes.

You’ll be involved in engineering set-out, survey control, as-built surveys, verification and data processing, with the opportunity to expand your technical expertise and take on increasing responsibility across project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake engineering set-out and survey control establishment for structural and civil works
• Carry out construction surveys for footings, slabs, services, pavements and structural elements
• Establish, maintain and verify site control networks
• Complete as-built surveys and prepare accurate survey deliverables
• Interpret engineering drawings, IFC documentation and project specifications
• Perform QA checks and verify construction works against design requirements and specified tolerances
• Process field data and contribute to drafting, model preparation and technical deliverables
• Identify discrepancies between design documentation and site conditions and communicate these to relevant project stakeholders
• Liaise with engineers, site supervisors, subcontractors and other project personnel to resolve survey-related issues

Ideal Candidate Profile

You are a motivated surveyor looking to further develop your career in engineering and construction surveying while taking on greater responsibility in a project environment.

You will have:

• A relevant qualification in surveying and at least three years of Australian construction surveying experience
• Practical experience in engineering, construction or infrastructure surveying
• A willingness to learn and build on your existing technical surveying skills
• A sound understanding of surveying principles, construction processes and engineering documentation
• Experience using surveying equipment, including total stations and GNSS
• Familiarity with surveying software such as AutoCAD, Magnet or similar systems
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate work
• A proactive attitude and the ability to work collaboratively within a team

At SEAM Spatial, we don’t just offer jobs — we build careers.

As a valued team member, you’ll receive:

• A competitive salary package aligned with your experience and capabilities.
• A company vehicle for travel between sites and equipment transport.
• Laptop and phone allowance.
• Access to modern surveying technology and workflows.
• Exposure to exciting construction, civil and infrastructure projects.
• Ongoing technical support and mentoring from experienced survey professionals.
• A surveyor-led culture focused on innovation, quality and career development.

Join SEAM Spatial

Join SEAM Spatial and become part of a growing team delivering high-quality surveying solutions across major construction and infrastructure projects in Australia and New Zealand.