Registered Surveyor

Tweed Shire Council; Murwillumbah; On-site; AUD 139,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full lease vehicle

12% super

9 day fortnight

Training & development

Flexible work options

Job summary

The Tweed Shire Council is seeking a Senior Registered Surveyor to lead and deliver surveying, spatial and geomatic services across infrastructure and community projects in NSW. You will provide specialist advice on cadastral, engineering and land development matters and mentor a team of surveying professionals.

You will guide strategic land management decisions, manage property and land conveyancing activities, and drive high‑quality outcomes for complex projects while contributing to budget

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Surveying Degree required and current NSW Registered Surveyor registration.
• Extensive experience in property boundary surveying, land ownership matters, conveyancing and land title processes.
• Experience leading a surveying team, including workforce planning and performance management.
• Strong experience in engineering surveying, spatial data management and GIS systems.
• Knowledge of subdivision processes, plan registration and title creation.
• Proven ability to resolve complex land, boundary and surveying issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of Council’s surveying, property, engineering GIS and spatial data services.
• Provide expert advice on geomatic engineering and boundary determination.
• Act as the specialist contact for internal and external stakeholders on surveying issues.
• Oversee management of Council’s property portfolio and land conveyancing activities.
• Manage engineering geospatial data systems and spatial databases.
• Mentor staff and contribute to budget planning and program delivery.

Skills

Property boundary surveying

Land ownership matters

Conveyancing and land title processes

Leading surveying team

Engineering surveying

Spatial data management

GIS systems

Subdivision processes knowledge

Stakeholder communication

Budget and planning

Education

Bachelor of Surveying

Tools

GIS systems

Job description

Join a team that plays a vital role in shaping the future of the Tweed. As our Senior Registered Surveyor, you will be Council's principal surveying expert, providing specialist advice on cadastral, engineering and land development matters while leading the delivery of surveying, spatial and geomatic services across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and community projects. This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise to meaningful projects, influence strategic land management decisions, and help deliver lasting outcomes for the community.

Beyond the technical aspects of the role, you will have the opportunity to lead, mentor and develop a team of surveying professionals, shaping the future capability, culture and direction of the surveying function. With the autonomy to influence team structures, work practices, and professional development, you will play a key role in building a high-performing team and leaving a lasting legacy within the organisation.

About The Role

• Lead the delivery of Council’s surveying, property, engineering GIS and spatial data services, ensuring high-quality outcomes for infrastructure, land management and development projects.
• Provide expert professional advice on geomatic engineering, boundary determination, land titling systems and survey best practice across a broad range of complex matters.
• Act as Council’s recognised specialist and key point of contact for internal stakeholders, government agencies, developers and consultants on surveying and land-related issues.
• Oversee the management of Council’s property portfolio and land conveyance activities, including acquisitions, disposals, leasing and development matters.
• Manage engineering geospatial data systems, spatial databases and associated resources to support informed decision-making across Council.
• Lead, mentor and support staff while contributing to budget management, strategic planning and the successful delivery of surveying and land information services.

What's On Offer

• a permanent full time position with opportunities to expand your skills and expertise
• a base salary ranging from $139,175 per annum with competency-based increments up to $154,647 per annum, plus 12% super
• 70 hour, 9 day fortnight
• Full lease vehicle available for both work and personal use (employee contribution applies)
• training and development opportunities
• flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance
• generous employment conditions (we have too many to list - click here for more).

We are seeking:

• A Bachelor of Surveying Degree and current registration as a Registered Surveyor in NSW.
• Extensive experience in property boundary surveying, land ownership matters, conveyancing and land title processes.
• Experience in leading a surveying team, including workforce planning, performance management, workload allocation, and resource optimisation
• Strong experience in engineering surveying, spatial data management and GIS systems.
• Sound knowledge of subdivision processes, including development approvals, plan registration and title creation.
• Proven ability to investigate and resolve complex land, boundary and surveying issues.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder relationship skills, with the ability to provide specialist advice to a wide range of clients.
• Experience working in a local government or similar environment, including budget management and a strong understanding of relevant legislation, compliance requirements and workplace safety standards.

SK97188A

OFFICE USE ONLY

Unit Infrastructure Delivery

Job Grade JG9

Industry Infrastructure Delivery

Employment Type Full Time