Mapping Survey Vehicle Driver

Aethon Aerial Solutions; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowances

Full training

Cutting-edge mapping projects

Career development

Job summary

Aethon Aerial Solutions in Brisbane base is seeking a Mapping Survey Vehicle Driver to operate a specialized vehicle for high-precision geospatial data collection across Australia during the October–November 2026 period.

The role requires careful, independent work with long driving hours, GPS/digital mapping knowledge, and hands-on experience with LiDAR and related gear. Training provided; travel allowances apply.

Qualifications

• Valid Australian driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Comfortable with long hours of driving and working independently.
• Good understanding of GPS navigation and digital maps.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and adhere to schedule.
• Familiarity with GIS, LiDAR, or photogrammetry equipment.
• Physically able to get in and out of a vehicle frequently and lift light equipment.
• Previous experience in survey, mapping, or fleet driving.

Responsibilities

• Operate a mapping survey vehicle across urban, rural, and remote areas.
• Follow assigned routes and schedules to ensure full area coverage.
• Monitor and maintain survey equipment (e.g., 360° cameras, LiDAR sensors, GPS units).
• Perform daily equipment checks and basic troubleshooting.
• Accurately log completed routes and survey progress.
• Communicate with the technical team for data upload and issue reporting.
• Ensure vehicle cleanliness and safe operation at all times.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

GIS familiarity

Valid Australian driver license

Survey/mapping experience

Tools

360° cameras

LiDAR sensors

GPS units

Data-logging devices

Tablets

Job description

Location: Brisbane base / Australia wide
Job Type: Casual – 3 weeks on and 1 week off
Salary: $32.84 / hr + Overtime & Travel Allowances
Start Date: October 2026

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Mapping Survey Vehicle Driver to operate a specially equipped vehicle used for geographic data collection. You will play a key role in supporting mapping, GIS, and infrastructure projects by driving pre-assigned routes while collecting high-accuracy geospatial data using specialized equipment.

NOTE: This position is only from October to November 2026. You will be required to travel throughout Australia during the entire period.

Key Responsibilities

Operate a mapping survey vehicle across urban, rural, and remote areas.

Follow assigned routes and schedules to ensure full area coverage.

Monitor and maintain survey equipment (e.g., 360° cameras, LiDAR sensors, GPS units).

Perform daily equipment checks and basic troubleshooting.

Accurately log completed routes and survey progress.

Communicate with the technical team for data upload and issue reporting.

Ensure vehicle cleanliness and safe operation at all times.

Requirements

Valid Australian driver's license with a clean driving record.

Comfortable with long hours of driving and working independently.

Good understanding of GPS navigation and digital maps.

Ability to follow detailed instructions and adhere to schedule.

Basic tech literacy; ability to operate tablets, GPS units, and data-logging devices.

Physically able to get in and out of a vehicle frequently and lift light equipment.

Previous experience in survey, mapping, or fleet driving.

Familiarity with GIS, LiDAR, or photogrammetry equipment.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and travel allowances.

Full training on equipment and data collection protocols.

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge mapping projects.

Supportive team and career development opportunities.