Senior Engineer Surveyor

Lake Macquarie City Council; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 105,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

12% superannuation

35-hour week

4-day week

Weekly pay

Flexible working environment

Fitness program discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Technology and equipment provided

Additional benefits

Job summary

Lake Macquarie City Council's Survey team is seeking a Senior Engineering Surveyor to lead and oversee cadastral, engineering and topographic surveying projects across the region. In this senior technical role, you will provide leadership, guidance and technical expertise to the Survey team.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure and property projects that support the growth and development of our city.

Qualifications

• Certificate or Diploma in Surveying, or equivalent, with extensive surveying experience including cadastral property surveys.
• Demonstrated experience using modern surveying equipment, including Total Stations and GPS technologies.
• Proven proficiency using surveying software such as Magnet and AutoCAD.
• Experience preparing cost and time estimates for complex cadastral projects.
• Proven leadership experience managing staff and contractors.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse survey data and undertake complex calculations.
• Experience preparing Deposited Plans in accordance with NSW Registrar General requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Class C driver's licence

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the delivery of cadastral, engineering and topographic surveying projects
• Provide technical leadership, guidance and mentoring to survey staff
• Undertake survey fieldwork and office-based calculations, analysis and plan preparation
• Manage stakeholder consultation with internal and external project partners
• Review survey data, calculations and deliverables to ensure quality outcomes
• Contribute to the successful delivery of Council's construction and property programs
• Maintain knowledge of emerging surveying technologies, equipment and software
• Support procurement activities and project delivery processes within City Projects

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Team management

Education

Certificate or Diploma in Surveying

Tools

Magnet

AutoCAD

Total Stations

GPS technologies

Job description

• Lead the delivery of complex surveying projects that help shape Lake Macquarie's future
• Be part of a collaborative team committed to high-quality project outcomes
• Access ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities

LET'S EXPLORE THE JOB

Our Survey team is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Engineering Surveyor to join City Projects. In this senior technical role, you will undertake and oversee a diverse range of cadastral, engineering and topographic surveying projects across Lake Macquarie and the surrounding region. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality surveying outcomes while providing leadership, guidance and technical expertise to the Survey team.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure and property projects that support the growth and development of our city. Working closely with internal stakeholders, external clients and authorities, you will help ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest professional standards.

This exciting role will:

• Lead and support the delivery of cadastral, engineering and topographic surveying projects
• Provide technical leadership, guidance and mentoring to survey staff
• Undertake survey fieldwork and office-based calculations, analysis and plan preparation
• Manage stakeholder consultation with internal and external project partners
• Review survey data, calculations and deliverables to ensure quality outcomes
• Contribute to the successful delivery of Council's construction and property programs
• Maintain knowledge of emerging surveying technologies, equipment and software
• Support procurement activities and project delivery processes within City Projects

Read the position statement here and learn more about this exciting opportunity.

Conditions of Employment include:

• Travel and work across multiple sites
• Working independently when required

LET'S HEAR ABOUT YOU

You are an experienced surveying professional who enjoys leading people, building strong relationships and delivering quality outcomes. You bring extensive surveying knowledge, strong analytical skills and a commitment to continuous improvement. With excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach, you can effectively engage with colleagues, clients, contractors and external authorities to achieve successful project outcomes.

Specifically, you will have:

• Certificate or Diploma in Surveying, or equivalent, with extensive surveying experience including cadastral property surveys
• Demonstrated experience using modern surveying equipment, including Total Stations and GPS technologies
• Proven proficiency using surveying software such as Magnet and AutoCAD
• Experience preparing cost and time estimates for complex cadastral projects
• Proven leadership experience managing staff and contractors
• Demonstrated ability to analyse survey data and undertake complex calculations
• Experience preparing Deposited Plans in accordance with NSW Registrar General requirements
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Class C driver's licence

LET'S REVEAL THE PERKS

• Competitive salary $105,134 to $122,182 plus 12% superannuation
• Commencing salary set in line with skills and experience, with annual reviews available to support movement through the salary range
• Annual Enterprise Agreement pay increases
• 35-hour working week offering flexible working conditions including 4-day week
• Weekly pay
• Flexible and supportive working environment
• Corporate fitness program discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Technology and equipment supplied
• A range of additional benefits available to Lake Macquarie City Council employees

CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY

We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That's why we're passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you're joining a group of people committed to making our city even better.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability.

LET’S START

• For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contactWolfgang Suchanow, Team Leader Registered Surveyor, on0436 935 441or via email [e-mail]
• Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. If you'd like feedback on your application or interview, don't hesitate to get in touch — we're here for you!
• Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council’s recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.

Lake Macquarie City Council
126-138 Main Road, Speers Point, NSW 2284
Box 1906, Hunter Region Mail Centre, NSW 2310