Senior Surveyor

Talent Associates Recruitment Pty Ltd; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Associates Recruitment Pty Ltd is partnering with a nationally respected surveying firm to appoint a Senior leader for South Australia’s infrastructure division. You will shape strategy, drive delivery on major civil projects and recruit and mentor a local team of survey professionals.

You will oversee a portfolio spanning infrastructure, transport and renewables, collaborating with a national leadership team to establish a scalable, long-term operation with access to cutting-edge

Qualifications

• Qualifications in Surveying, Spatial Science, Geomatics or related discipline.
• Proven experience delivering infrastructure and DIT projects.
• Leadership experience or desire to build, mentor and develop teams.
• Commercial acumen and ability to engage with clients and stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for growing a business.
• Unwavering commitment to quality, accuracy and project excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the infrastructure division in South Australia and drive project delivery across major civil projects.
• Build and mentor a high-performing survey team while shaping the division's future.
• Manage client relationships and stakeholder engagement to support business growth.
• Influence strategy, operations and long-term scalability of the local operation.

Skills

Surveying leadership

Project leadership

Client engagement

Team development

Education

Geomatics/Spatial Science degree

Tools

Total Stations

GPS/GNSS

3D Laser Scanning

UAV surveying

Job description

A highly regarded national surveying company is entering an exciting growth phase in South Australia and is seeking an experienced surveying professional to lead their infrastructure expansion across the state.

With an established reputation for delivering precision surveying solutions on some of Australia's most significant infrastructure, transport and civil projects, the business combines industry-leading technology with a strong national project pipeline and the financial backing required to support long-term growth.

This is more than a technical surveying role.

It is a rare opportunity to take ownership of their South Australian Infrastructure division, shape its future direction, and build a high-performing team around you.

The Opportunity

As the senior leader for the infrastructure division in South Australia, you will play a pivotal role in driving project delivery, client relationships and business growth while building the local surveying capability from the ground up.

Supported by an established national leadership team, you will have the autonomy to influence strategy, recruit and mentor survey professionals, and establish the foundations for a long-term, scalable operation.

You will oversee a portfolio of major infrastructure, transport and renewable energy projects while leveraging cutting-edge technology including:

• Total Stations
• GPS/GNSS Systems
• Digital Levels
• Machine Guidance Technology
• UAV and Drone Surveying
• 3D Laser Scanning

About You

You are an accomplished surveying professional with strong experience across major civil infrastructure, transport, DIT and renewables projects and are ready to step into a broader leadership role.

You will bring:

• Qualifications in Surveying, Spatial Science, Geomatics or a related discipline
• Proven experience delivering infrastructure and DIT projects
• Strong technical capability across modern survey equipment and software platforms
• Leadership experience, or a genuine desire to build, mentor and develop teams
• Commercial acumen and the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders
• A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for growing a business
• An unwavering commitment to quality, accuracy and project excellence

Why This Role?

• Lead and grow the infrastructure division for a respected national surveying company
• Build and develop your own team
• Influence strategy, operations and future growth
• Access the latest surveying technology and systems
• Enjoy the backing of an established national business while retaining local autonomy
• Long-term career pathway into senior operational leadership