Land Surveyor - Geelong

Swanson Surveying Pty; Geelong; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Career development opportunities

Laptop, Vehicle & fuel provided

Optional RDOs

Job summary

Swanson Surveying is seeking an intermediate to experienced Land Surveyor to join our head office in Geelong. You will contribute to accuracy and integrity of land surveying processes and cadastre, ensuring projects meet high standards of quality and compliance.

Proficiency in CAD, Trimble software and GNSS is required, along with 2–5 years of surveying experience and excellent communication skills. The role is based in Geelong with opportunities to work across regional Victoria.

Qualifications

• Tertiary or relevant qualification in Land Surveying or a related field is required.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.
• 2–5 years of land surveying experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct title re-establishment surveys and pegging title boundaries.
• Perform feature and level surveys and asset recording.
• Draft plans for client delivery and maintain high data accuracy.
• Adhere to safety standards and maintain surveying equipment.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Land Surveying qualification

Tools

CAD

Trimble Business Centre

Trimble Total Station

Trimble GNSS equipment

Job description

Swanson Surveying is seeking a Land Surveyor to join our head office in Geelong. We are seeking an intermediate to experienced surveyor with proven land surveying experience and excellent communication skills. In this position, you will contribute to the accuracy and integrity of the land surveying processes and the cadastre, ensuring that all projects meet the highest standards of quality and compliance.

About Swanson Surveying

Swanson Surveying is a well-established land surveying practice serving clients across Geelong, Melbourne, Ballarat and Regional Victoria. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality surveying services whilst maintaining strong client relationships and supporting our team's professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

Survey Tasks

Involved in various land surveying projects under the guidance of team leaders and project managers including:

• Title re-establishment surveys and pegging Title boundaries
• Feature and level surveys
• Asset recording
• General land surveying tasks

Strong commitment to accuracy, adherence to safety standards, and maintenance of surveying equipment will be crucial to your role in delivering high-quality data and reports.

Upload data files, review plans, and prepare and draft plans for client delivery.

Demonstrate the ability to work independently on basic projects, making informed decisions in both office and field settings.

Proactively seek clarification through questions or additional research as needed.

Maintain and calibrate surveying equipment.

Adhere to site protocols and office procedures to work safely and maintain standards.

Fulfil other duties as required by management and other department personnel.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Tertiary or relevant qualification in Land Surveying or a related field is required.

Proficiency in CAD, Trimble Business Centre, Trimble Total Station, and Trimble GNSS equipment or similar.

Australian permanent residency or citizenship

Candidates must have 2-5 years of land surveying experience.

Personal Attributes

A strong commitment to accuracy, adherence to safety standards, and maintenance of surveying equipment will be crucial to your role in delivering high-quality data and reports.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, adapting your style to suit different audiences.

Strong attention to detail and excellent written communication skills for effective internal and external interactions.

Willingness to assist and support colleagues and foster a collaborative team environment.

Ability to efficiently accomplish objectives within given time-frames and manage administrative tasks effectively.

Highly motivated to work independently, demonstrating professionalism and the ability to perform under pressure.

What's On Offer

• Competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience
• Professional & career development opportunities within a growing organisation
• Collaborative team environment with supportive management
• Communication with multiple office branches providing variety and broader business exposure
• Modern office facilities with up-to-date technology and systems
• Optional RDO’s
• Laptop, Vehicle & fuel provided for business and personal use within Victoria